7Even!
NZ SURFING MAGAZINE|Issue 185

Billy Stairmand re-writes the record books . . . AGAIN!!

7Even!

Ever since 1963 when the first National Surfing Champs were contested in Mt Maunganui, the title of National Champion has been held in prestige. It has forged reputations, opened pathways for careers and cast in stone the names of these champions to be remembered forever. Of all these surfers that set out in pursuit of the title, several shone out from the pack over the 57 championships held. Wayne Parkes was the first to reign with his five straight titles from 1966-70 before retiring. Back then, it seemed an impossible accomplishment which may never be beaten.

Then, out of Christchurch came fresh-faced grom Iain “Ratso” Buchanan, who went on a tear matching Parkesy’s five straight titles from 1983-87. 5X became the number to beat and the figure in everyone’s sights. Yes, it was often discussed and talked about, it was even written down on several surfer’s personal goals. This was a legit accomplishment that set the bar of NZ Surfing. Throughout world surfing circles back then the magic number of 4X World Titles held by Mark Richards was often touted as unbeatable. Jeez, some tried, Carroll, Curren, but none could do so. It was often discussed that for an athlete to be so focussed, at the top of their game while at the same time injury-free, meant records would be a thing of the past, especially in a growing sport with increased participation and emerging talents. Obviously then came Slater and blew away everything we knew. But for the most, although many tried, those same could not crack the code!

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