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Innovative board builder, coach, father figure to countless youths, Ben Aipa passed away on January 15th due to complications suffered from a heart attack and Alzheimer’s. Today we survey Ben’s influence and celebrate the many benefits we enjoy thanks to his impact. Featuring interviews with Ben himself, Akila Aipa, Roger Hinds, Matt Calvani, and Davey Smith. Enjoy!

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The original 1974 Aipa Sting, shaped for Buttons, was on hand for contestants to asses prior to their allotted 90 minutes in the shaping bay.
The original 1974 Aipa Sting, shaped for Buttons, was on hand for contestants to asses prior to their allotted 90 minutes in the shaping bay.

The Sting design was made famous by Larry Bertlemann, Buttons, and Mark Liddell.

BEN AIPA

Ben Aipa and his son Duke judged the Icons of Foam shaping competition.
Ben Aipa and his son Duke judged the Icons of Foam shaping competition.

DAVEY SMITH

Davey’s Facebook page

Davey Smith with Ben.
Davey Smith with Ben.

Davey Smith's 8-fin prototype.
Davey Smith’s 8-fin prototype.

MATT CALVANI

Matt Calvani’s bio on BingSurf.com

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Defending Icons of Foam champion Matt Calvani puts the finishing touches on his Aipa Sting replica.
Defending Icons of Foam champion Matt Calvani puts the finishing touches on his Aipa Sting replica.

SKYE RICHARD

Link to Skye’s Facebook Page

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ROGER HINDS

RogerHindsSurfboards.com

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Here’s a flipbook of the event.

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