{"title":"Surf Books","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the art and craft of surfboard shaping with Sergio Gomez's Shape Shifter. This 316-page book offers a detailed visual journey through the evolution of surfboard design, showcasing the hands-on process behind each unique board. Perfect for surfers and shapers keen on understanding the creative and technical aspects of shaping.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sergio-gomez-shape-shifter-a-shapers-perspective-on-surfboard-design","title":"Sergio Gomez - Shape Shifter: A Shaper's Perspective on Surfboard Design","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSergio Gomez - Shape Shifter: A Shaper's Perspective on Surfboard Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShape Shifter is a 316-page visual journey through the hands-on evolution\u003cbr\u003eof surfboard design. From shaping bays to remote coastlines, it captures\u003cbr\u003ethe quiet beauty of craft, travel, and creative flow. Each board featured\u003cbr\u003ereflects its time, place, and purpose — offering a rare look inside the\u003cbr\u003eshaping life. This book is a celebration of curves, culture, and the deep\u003cbr\u003econnection between surfers and their boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSergio Gomez is a surfer, shaper, and designer with 25+\u003cbr\u003eyears of experience crafting surfboards. Born in Argentina and\u003cbr\u003ebased in Australia, he has travelled extensively—living and\u003cbr\u003eshaping in France, New Zealand, the Caribbean, Polynesia,\u003cbr\u003eIndonesia, and beyond. His work blends craftsmanship,\u003cbr\u003ecreativity, and a lifelong connection to the ocean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBook Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePage Count: 316 pages\u003cbr\u003eTrim Size: 8.5\" x 11\" (280mm x 216mm)\u003cbr\u003eInterior Paper \u0026amp; Colour: Ultra Premium Color\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardback Case Laminate\u003cbr\u003eCover Finish: Matte with debossed title\u003cbr\u003eSpine Width: 0.9375 in (23.81 mm)\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 3.15 lb (1630 g)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sergio Gomez","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43431237582907,"sku":"978-1-7638068-0-1","price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0318\/4063\/2891\/files\/Gomez.jpg?v=1776483042"}],"url":"https:\/\/melbournesurfboardshop.com.au\/collections\/surf-books.oembed","provider":"Melbourne Surfboard Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}