Phil Myers: Shaping the Past, Carving the Future

Tappa sits down with legendary surfboard shaper Phil Myers, tracing his journey from surfing the local breaks to becoming one of Australia’s most respected craftsmen in the shaping bay.Phil shares stories from the golden age of surfing in the ‘60s and ‘70s, reflects on the game-changing invention of the thruster, and pays tribute to influences like George Greenough. From his worst-ever board experiment to the boards that come alive the more you pump them, Phil gives a masterclass in design innovation and the balance between art and science in shaping.You’ll also hear about the rise of 10-channel boards, the renaissance of the single fin, and the evolution of waves, culture, and craftsmanship. Whether you geek out on hydrodynamics or just love a good surf yarn, this episode is a celebration of surfing’s soul, history, and future.