About

I’m James, a Wellington local who has surfed around NZ and internationally for over 30 years. Over this time I’ve learnt to repair many of my own and my friends’ boards. I’ve more recently started to repair damaged surfboards for customers.
Over the last few years I’ve really loved the process of fixing damaged surfboards so they can get a new lease of life and be rescued from the tip. It’s awesome when surfers can get back out there and experience the joy that surfing brings.
I’m now referring repair work to Dan from DMG Surfboards – he’s a super talented shaper and repairer who will take awesome care of your board or boards.
James Whitaker surfingRaglan cutback (James Whitaker surfing)Wairarapa barrel (hollow wave). James Whitaker surfingSurfboard fins out on small day (James Whitaker surfing)