sticky johnson Archives - New Zealand Surf Journal

The Science Of Grip: The Sticky Johnson Story

Taira BlakelyJul 4, 2024August 22, 20240

Steve Morpeth epitomises the Kiwi surfer’s spirit and has built an empire around it with Sticky Johnson – New Zealand’s very own wax brand. Taira Blakely catches up with Steve in the Sticky Johnson factory in Kumeu to discover how he’s built his empire. Hailing from a line of watermen,...

Chasing The Dream With National Champ Daniel Farr

Derek MorrisonDec 23, 2022December 29, 20220

Taranaki surfer Daniel Farr won the Nationals at Westport in 2022, taking down form surfer of the event, Billy Stairmand, in one of the most exciting finals ever seen in New Zealand. The quiet, reserved surfer always believed he could do it. Now he has his sights set on the...

40 Frames: 2022 Primary School Champs

Derek MorrisonOct 2, 2022November 29, 20220

Here’s our 40-frame take on the 2022 New Zealand Primary School Championships, which was held in Gisborne at the weekend in occasionally pumping waves. Huge congratulations to all the groms who took part and made this such a cool event to be a part of. And thanks to Sticky Johnson...

2022 Primary School Champs: Indi and Alani Win Titles

Derek MorrisonOct 2, 2022November 29, 20220

Indica Corcoran and Alani Morse win the premier divisions at the New Zealand Primary School Championships at the weekend as local Archie Alder and Ohope’s Celia Martin claim the younger Year 6 and Below Division titles. The Sticky Johnson Primary School Championships presented by Skullcandy was held at Midway Beach...

Event Wrap: Sticky Johnson 2020 Primary School Champs

Derek MorrisonSep 27, 2020July 25, 20240

The rush to defeat the storm bearing down on New Zealand this weekend, made for an action packed day of surfing at the Sticky Johnson 2020 Primary School Championships presented by Skullcandy on Saturday (26th September). The champs, held at Makorori Beach, Gisborne, was the first national event since the...