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FREE-RADICALS.TV

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 23:11:00 +0000

SO HERE IS MY NEW BLOG. WWW.FREE-RADICALS.TV
From herein , this will be the place where both myself and Richard Kenvin of Hydrodynamica.blogspot.com combine our efforts towards a common goal of tracking "a new design Paradigm for High Performance Surfing"

There will be plenty of new stuff posted regularly including new designs, photos , Stories and video clips of myself and other Tomo test pilots exploring the possibilities of the MPH.

So add FREERAD to your reading list, and keep up to date with current happening in the World of Tomo.

STUEY V4 MADNESS !!!

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Fri, 04 Oct 2013 02:38:00 +0000

Not to be Outdone!! Stuey show us why he deserves to be on the World Tour next year.
Going absolutely POTATEESS!! on his new V4 quiver.

C'Mon Stuey!! Big Finish this year !! Lets seeya Crack it !!!

Stu Kennedy from Jy Johannesen on Vimeo.

TOLEDO GOES BIG ON V4 IN FRANCE

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Fri, 04 Oct 2013 02:31:00 +0000

Ive always dreamed about what one of the best Air guys could do on one of my boards, on Weds 2nd October 2013. Brazillian wonder kid and Firewire team rider Felipe Toledo pulls out his stock 5'6 V4 that he picked up during the Trestles event and proceeds to Punt one of the craziest moves of the year in his rnd 3 heat win in the Quiksilver Pro in France. Thanks Felipe for introducing my designs to the world tour and showing the world a taste of the potential for the MPH.

Interview. The Inertia.

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 21:04:00 +0000

I spent a lot of time on this interview to really say what i believe about the industry as a whole and the direction i believe surfing is going. Also, i wanted to share some insight on my history, motivation and source of inspiration. hope you take the time to read :)

http://www.theinertia.com/surf/daniel-thomson-shoots-straight-instagram-drama-and-modern-planing-hull-design/

Stu Stomping Grounds

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Wed, 04 Sep 2013 04:35:00 +0000

STOMPING GROUNDS - Stuart Kennedy from Kaius Potter on Vimeo.

We all appreciate high level aerial acrobatics, but surfing is not surfing without a grounding of speed power and flow. Stu showing the speed, precision and control of the Tomo V4 design with a searing exhibition of Australian power surfing spiced with new school flare. Enjoy!

PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT 2014

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Sun, 07 Jul 2013 22:41:00 +0000

tomo surfboards from hamish mackenzie on Vimeo.

My goals for the Modern Planing Hull has always been to improve upon current equipment, making the high performance surfing experience faster, easier and more intuitive for any rider.

This clip really highlights the pure functionality and refinement level of the coming 2014 installment of the MPH designs.

notice how effortlessly these designs gain and maintain speed, linking sections with acceleration and ease.

notice the drive and precision of the parallel rail line working to draw both powerful carves and radical tight hacks with a subtle shift in weight.

notice the control of the MPH that sits perfectly centered beneath the riders feet with no swing weight up front and no drag through the rear.

This segment is filmed in one day. A morning and afternoon session.

no aerials, no tricky editing or one off maneuvers.... just clean, fast and flowing high performance surfing on cutting edge equipment. ( in regular frame rate -no speeding up of footage).

Featuring the talents of Current 2013 WQS front-runner Stuart Kennedy in sizzling form !
and Daniel Thomson, (surfer/designer) at home break at Lennox Head on a fun day in April.
filmed and edited by Hamish Mackenzie.

Enjoy!

FIREWIRE VANGUARD AND V4 SPEED-TESTING IN AUSTRALIA

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Thu, 16 May 2013 01:44:00 +0000

firewire surfboards featuring stu kennedy and dan thomson riding the new tomo designed vanguard and V4 models from hamish mackenzie on Vimeo.

This is a great opportunity to officially endorse the radical high performance of Firewire 'Rapidfire' Technology' 'Vanguard' and 'V4' Designs. After recently spending 3months in my homeland scoring world class quality waves , i have throughly tested the parameters of the Vanguard and V4 design, and i am completely Stoked and Proud to stand behind the Firewire MPH as 'Cutting Edge High performance designs' worthy of giving anyone from average 'Joe' to high end Pro's the highest quality of functional performance.

Video footage Featuring the talents of:

ATHLETE: Stuart Kennedy.

DESIGNER: Daniel Thomson

FIREWIRE CEO: Mark Price.

The Surfers Journal 22.2

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Mon, 06 May 2013 01:26:00 +0000

Incredibly Stoked, and grateful for the Profile featured in he latest TSJ magazine.

Most defiantly my most prized achievement in my career bringing great legitimacy to the ideals i preach about change and future possibilities of modern high performance design. Very Thank full and appreciative to the Crew at TSJ for supporting my vision Especially writer and Friend Richard Kenvin

(hydrodynamica.blogspot.com) who spent the best part of a year working with me on the piece as my theories developed. To see further interview material on 'the speed of phi' cheek out the interview and video piece on the Surferjournal.com website here Going Deeper: Daniel Thomson-and-the-speed-of-phi

Heath Joske

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 20:02:00 +0000

Surfing Life 2013 Board Guide: Firewire from Surfing Life on Vimeo.

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 05:27:00 +0000

Outside the Box from John Wiley on Vimeo.

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Sun, 21 Oct 2012 03:10:00 +0000

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 11:51:00 +0000

STUART KENNEDY - NEXT GEN. from Kaius Potter on Vimeo.

Progression Update.

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 15:27:00 +0000

Stu on Surfline's September Progession update.

http://www.surfline.com/surf-news/progression-update-chapter-four_75496/

TOMO Partners with FIREWIRE.

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 17:20:00 +0000

Stoked beyond belief that Firewire surfboards will be taking my designs to the Global market in 2013 !! Really looking forward to what is in store with this collaboration and Thank you to all of you who believed in my Vision for the Modern Planing Hull.

New HYDRODYNAMICA models

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 23:19:00 +0000

RK and i have been working on these 2 new models 'the Cyber Sim' (the 21st centuary adaptation of Bob Simmons orgional designs)and the 'Goldern Mean machine' ( Phi ratio engineer symatry and aspect ratios) for realease with the Hydrodynamica Project. Ultra modern planing hull design ,Epoxy & extruded styroam core by XTR. Hand made bamboo fins by Carl Eckstrom.

avaialble now

inquire : rk@hydrodynamica.com

Australia's Surfing Life Magazine

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:29:00 +0000

STUEY'S ON A ROLL !!

Stu into final 12 at the 6star Newquay Boardmasters

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 23:39:00 +0000

Stu is powering through into the bussiness end of the draw at the 6 star Newquay Relentless Boardmasters wqs event in England, following his strong showing at the U.S open.
Riding his new dream-board 'the Vader' (aka the Skywalker) 5'2 x 17 1/2" x 2 3/16"

Kelly shares his thoughts on Stus equipment

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 21:21:00 +0000

Kelly shares his thoughts on Stus equipment ( Timecode 2:30)
video courtesy of http://surfboardline.com

Stu shows the world a taste of the future

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 00:16:00 +0000

Stu finally goes down to the greatest surfer of all time Kelly Slater in the round of 24. But shows the world that a new generation of craft is just around the corner with inspirational manauevers like this executed during the event and taking out some of the supports biggest names in the process. Well done mate!!

Stu Advances !

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 18:01:00 +0000

Stu advances with nerves of steel in a nail bitter with the king Kelly Slater (1st- Stu 2nd)

to face Dane Reynolds in the non-elimination round of 28.

Stu blasts through Round of 96 @ U.S Open

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 03:17:00 +0000

Stu surfed a strong and inspired round of 96 heat today, besting WCT campaigners Matt Wilkenson and last years runner up Yadin Nichol. Tomorrow, Stu has Drawn Kelly Slater in the round of 48 and is looking forward to mixing it with the Master. Good Luck Stu !!

stu kennedy at home in OZ

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 01:24:00 +0000

STU arrives for US open

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 16:12:00 +0000

Stu and i have been working closely over the past few months to really nail the Next Generation quiver for his WQS assault. With the Nike US open due to start in mere days, Stu is preparing to launch the most innovative equipment into high level competition since........??

We are especially excited about the new twin-tip 5'2 dubbed ' the Skwalker' named after the orgional (diamond nose/ tail) sacred carft best of show board 2011 'the Vader'

This board is straight up next level, it is easily the best looking board i have ever made, and after Stus first test run yesterday we are confident that the The 'Skywalker' design will set the bar for modern high performance equipment for the future. Looking forward to Stus performances in the US open.

SK to continue the WQS charge on the Next Gen designs.

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 00:16:00 +0000

Stuart hits the ground running in South Africa busting loose in a warm up session before the start of the Mr Price Balito pro. photo Via ASP. (Mrpricepro.com)

Stu in Waves Magazine

noreply@blogger.com (Tomo) — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 17:22:00 +0000

Stuart lands the centre Spread in the latest Waves magazine in Australia riding the Deathstar 5'1.