When we think about surfing, we usually imagine giant waves, maneuvers, and athletes challenging the ocean. But behind many of the most iconic surfboards in history, there is a key figure within surf culture: the shaper. And although shaping is now considered a true art form, there was once a time when surfboards were massive solid wood blocks that could easily weigh more than 40 kilos. The Beginning of Modern Shaping For decades, the first surfboards used in Hawaii were extr