I met Jim in Fiji back in the early 90s....At first I did not realize who he was but then I recognized the scar on his face that he had gotten at Pipeline, I believe...And I said ¨Hey, you´re Jim Banks!" and he said ¨yeah thats me...¨ and I was just blown away by what a kind, humble, down to Earth guy he was... What a class act! Rock on Jim!!!
48:10 As a Hawaiian Guy, I left The Hawaiian Islands, back in “92. Looking for something else. 32 Years later, I’m still surfing empty West African point breaks ,virtually alone. Love you Jim.
I can’t remember what film or where the footage was from but I always remember seeing footage of Jim surfing Uluus in about 1978 which prompted a trip that took in Bali, Lambongan and onto Nias in 1981. Was an epic 2 month’s personal journey as a 21 year old with my mate Chris White, a Narrabeen goofy footer. Have been admiring and listening to Jim’s wisdom whenever it appears and have always, always thanked him for the inspiration for my many journeys to Indo. Ever since. Thanks Jim. True respect.
I asked Tom Carrol one time who he thought was the who charged and he said JIM BANKS !!!!!!! says it all. I'll be ordering one of your twin fins shortly.
Been going since 2006, wish i could have visited it in the 70s like these guys did. It was probably a trip to be there with your friends only and no crowd at sight
Great stuff really enjoy your interview I'm 62 and traveled to Bali when I was 17 . Respect to Jim Banks. I think the world changed after covid the whole east coast of Australia is heading the same way as Bali.
@BARGEARSE-tk3mh crowded and built out with people who don't surf and drive up the price of living in the area that once was only where fishermen or surfers lived.
Loving the style of these interviews. Great insights into surfers lives and their thinking. Great job Vast and interviewer Steve. Letting your subjects just talk. Keep it up.
I envy you Jim, so lucky to have been in the moment at that time & still be a great adversary for modern surfboard shapes. I am so into listening to your opinion on design and the interpretation on how your shapes happen and the results of your output. Cheers Jim a true gentleman in that industry ,well done ,cheers Mark g
The High White Priest of Bali right there. When he casually talks about the Top of the Reef - I think he is talking about The Bombie in hushed tones. I don't think you can blow this wave up as it has to be the heaviest set up in the world when it reaches 20'. Never seen any of the North Shore crew on it when it is heaving - only a bunch of loco South Americans and a couple of hard core Expat Aussies. There is no easy escape into the lagoon or channel as say North Shore or Cloudbreak, only a formidable vista of imposing cliffs with granite shafts and death caves at the base. No jet ski rescues. The lifeguards will point towards Padang in syncro if you are boardless, or drowning. Creates its own offshore when it really starts throwing and every drop is an airdrop. Paddling out of the Cave is a life changing experience. Mangku Banks rules.
I surfed uluwatu in 1995.they had warungs on the cliff.you could get jafels beer and sodas.and the bamboo ladder down to the beach.good times.crowded but not like it is today.glad i saw it and surfed it then
Banksy lit the fire for me in 89" he was the original tube junkie i saw him in tracks mag surfing padang . I explored Indo which was 18 years every year spending the season on the hunt . Legend always grateful
Yeah brother if it were not for shapers and builders there would be no surf shop boutiques selling boardies flops or wetties, making fortunes while we shape art for the love of it. Great sounding six string maestro! #supportyourlocalshaper
I met Jim in Fiji back in the early 90s....At first I did not realize who he was but then I recognized the scar on his face that he had gotten at Pipeline, I believe...And I said ¨Hey, you´re Jim Banks!" and he said ¨yeah thats me...¨ and I was just blown away by what a kind, humble, down to Earth guy he was... What a class act! Rock on Jim!!!
48:10 As a Hawaiian Guy, I left The Hawaiian Islands, back in “92. Looking for something else. 32 Years later, I’m still surfing empty West African point breaks ,virtually alone. Love you Jim.
Yo sick!!!!
I can’t remember what film or where the footage was from but I always remember seeing footage of Jim surfing Uluus in about 1978 which prompted a trip that took in Bali, Lambongan and onto Nias in 1981. Was an epic 2 month’s personal journey as a 21 year old with my mate Chris White, a Narrabeen goofy footer. Have been admiring and listening to Jim’s wisdom whenever it appears and have always, always thanked him for the inspiration for my many journeys to Indo. Ever since. Thanks Jim. True respect.
Yay Banksy! A legend then and even more so now. Cheers Mate!
Excellent video - thank you Jim Banks for a history of surfing that I did not know about. Keep these excellent surf videos coming please - 🤘
Jim is a legend. I remember the days surfing Nor West Aus. Charging into no man's land.
I asked Tom Carrol one time who he thought was the who charged and he said JIM BANKS !!!!!!! says it all. I'll be ordering one of your twin fins shortly.
9 year veteran of Bali myself, back in Aus unfortunately so I think I will be investing in a Banksy board sometime soon
Been going since 2006, wish i could have visited it in the 70s like these guys did. It was probably a trip to be there with your friends only and no crowd at sight
Great stuff really enjoy your interview I'm 62 and traveled to Bali when I was 17 . Respect to Jim Banks. I think the world changed after covid the whole east coast of Australia is heading the same way as Bali.
East coast is heading the same way as Bali? What does that mean?
@BARGEARSE-tk3mh crowded and built out with people who don't surf and drive up the price of living in the area that once was only where fishermen or surfers lived.
Loving the style of these interviews. Great insights into surfers lives and their thinking. Great job Vast and interviewer Steve. Letting your subjects just talk. Keep it up.
What a great interview. A legend .
So cool to hear from Jim on his board design journey, legend!
I envy you Jim, so lucky to have been in the moment at that time & still be a great adversary for modern surfboard shapes. I am so into listening to your opinion on design and the interpretation on how your shapes happen and the results of your output. Cheers Jim a true gentleman in that industry ,well done ,cheers Mark g
Hell yeah, what a legend, glad i stumbled across this gold . Thanks heaps yew🤙
The High White Priest of Bali right there. When he casually talks about the Top of the Reef - I think he is talking about The Bombie in hushed tones. I don't think you can blow this wave up as it has to be the heaviest set up in the world when it reaches 20'. Never seen any of the North Shore crew on it when it is heaving - only a bunch of loco South Americans and a couple of hard core Expat Aussies. There is no easy escape into the lagoon or channel as say North Shore or Cloudbreak, only a formidable vista of imposing cliffs with granite shafts and death caves at the base. No jet ski rescues. The lifeguards will point towards Padang in syncro if you are boardless, or drowning. Creates its own offshore when it really starts throwing and every drop is an airdrop. Paddling out of the Cave is a life changing experience. Mangku Banks rules.
I surfed uluwatu in 1995.they had warungs on the cliff.you could get jafels beer and sodas.and the bamboo ladder down to the beach.good times.crowded but not like it is today.glad i saw it and surfed it then
Me too since “98
Banksy lit the fire for me in 89" he was the original tube junkie i saw him in tracks mag surfing padang . I explored Indo which was 18 years every year spending the season on the hunt . Legend always grateful
Wicked interview 🙏
Ya Banks,great interview always loved jims style
Fantastic interview and such an interesting story. He’s living the dream 🤙
A great interview ❤
Making boards is a Team Effort.. The Glassers,Sanders,Sprayers and Finishers...We all put IN to Hand Make something special.
Great interview thank you great history lesson guys 🌊🙏👍👍👍
Legendary Australian ❤
🎊 🎉hey Jim ,remember that razor blade that you shaped for Paul Walsh in 1982? Seeing your videos makes me think about Paul
Man i really enjoyed this chat. Youre such a cool and interesting bloke jim.
Thank you, I am of the age to know of this
I lived in Bali during covid, wasn't it great! you know the last plane out of Sydney's almost gone lol
I’m a hand shaper
of 49 years. Great interview. Aloha Jim. “ Ada maguy for an experienced Bule,?
Thanks for the support and kinds words - Mahalo 🤙🏼
Jim, what are your thoughts on my shaper Mitchell Rae of Outer Island Surfboards in Urunga NSW??
ive ridden a lot of different shapers well designed twin keels and quad fish..the best by far for me were jim banks designs of fish.
Yeah brother if it were not for shapers and builders there would be no surf shop boutiques selling boardies flops or wetties, making fortunes while we shape art for the love of it. Great sounding six string maestro!
#supportyourlocalshaper
❤🔥
Would you please do a chat with the supa glide Jim
Bali boards machine cut in a back alley factory :)
👌👌😎
👍👍🍻 quality not quantity 🫡
Absolutely my friend. My philosophy exactly
Jims boards were heavy for big waves
JOB's brother from another time 🤣
Totally see it. Lol
Great interview but next time show the guitar while he’s playing!
“Your are not Surfers”. Why are you here?
how would you know doodle. need a hug?
@ Defo please
If you want respect you have to go into a business that covers a major part of this planet. Surfing is a personal activity that's not for everybody.