Blackie at Canoes - Tan

A lost moment from 1950s Waikiki, found again.

Blackie Makaena riding a Hot Curl at Canoes, Waikiki, in the 1950s — captured on film by pioneering surf filmmaker Bud Browne.

Blackie belonged to a generation of Hawaiian watermen who embodied the best of the olden days — effortless style and the beach culture of Waikiki. Alongside legends such as Rabbit Kekai, these were surfers whose soul, timing, balance and feel for the water made riding a wave look almost effortless.

Nearly silhouetted above the water, Blackie is caught in an easy arch as the Hot Curl runs across the face at Canoes — a fleeting moment from an extraordinary era of Hawaiian surfing.

Garment Details:

• Premium Direct-to-Garment (DTG) print with exceptional detail and a soft-hand feel
• Printed on the Bella+Canvas 3001 premium unisex jersey tee
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz./yd.² (142 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction

FIT NOTE: We print on the Bella+Canvas BC3001, which has a slim fit. If you prefer a looser fit or are between sizes, we recommend sizing up. For detailed sizing specifications, visit Bella+Canvas.