A sign on the 130-year-old pier at Saltburn-by-the-Sea warns people not to jump off it. On a big surf day surfers make their way to the end of the sturdy 206 metre structure and jump like lemmings into the cold, murky North Sea. Words: Simon Palmer Photos: Ian Forsyth

When legendary longboard designer Bob McTavish came to Devon recently as part of TIKI's international shaper tour, Chris Preston couldn't resist the opportunity to quiz him about the technicalities of board design... Photos: Jamie Bott

Co-founder of the original Aussie counter-culture surf bible, Tracks, and director of 'Morning of the Earth', Alby Falzon lives up to his reputation as the spiritual father of the alternative surf lifestyle. Words: Jair Bortoleto Photos: Courtesy of Alby Falzon

A world away from the average commercial surf competition, pushy dads and nervous groms, generations share the stoke at a contest that celebrates the original Hawaiian spirit. This is truly a unique perspective in surfing. Photos: Yves S

Meeting a legend is something few people have the opportunity to do. During a short stay in California last winter Dave Muir created his own luck in finding Skip Frye at home. He was welcomed in to take a look around. Words: Dave Muir Photos: Dave Muir and Skip Frye

This isn't a shameless plug. This is an encounter with a British company doing something special with surfboards. While the industry is focused on the multi-buck movers and shakers parading their eco-wares, let's not forget our homegrown talent. Words: Howard Swanwick Photos: John Morgan and Jamie Bott


The highly anticipated Matanuska MKII

August 05, 2009 | Words By: Finisterre

finisterre_matanuska“It’s just easy: the jacket looks slick, like something you could see on Saville Row, and can stand up to some pretty shit weather,” says Finisterre ambassador, Carlos Burle.

The Matanuska has been one of Finisterre’s most popular styles. Its unique cut, finish and traditional tailoring quickly put it in a category all its own – Versatile Weatherproof. Versatile Weatherproofs are made of a polycotton, making them 100% windproof, highly breathable and water resistant. Designed with an active cut, the garment is at home in both extreme and urban environments.

“Just look at our product line, it’s small and has been for the last seven years, we do this because we know what level of attention is needed in the sourcing of materials, manufacturers and the design of each specific style”, said Finisterre designer Deborah Luffman.

The Matanuska will once again be limited edition, with a M65 styled Men’s jacket and a classic Mac style in the women’s. Both men’s and women’s Matanuska’s will have some hidden details within the finish, with electric blue and banana yellow piping, setting the piece off.

You can view both styles and see some video on the garments here.

To pick one up, call us anytime on 01872 554481.

www.finisterreuk.com


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