WAW Handplanes
Rikki Gilbey is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the bodysurfing industry and sustainable practices. Currently, Gilbey serves as a contributor at Wild Golf since August 2023, while also being the Founder and Director of WAW Handplanes, a brand specializing in bodysurfing products made from Australian ocean plastics, since August 2014. Additionally, Gilbey co-founded The Bodysurfing Shop in November 2017 and coordinated the Australian Bodysurfing Classic, the largest surfing event in New South Wales. Previously, Gilbey worked as a Recycled Plastics Procurement Consultant at Plastic Collective from April 2021 to November 2022, focusing on supply chain management and customer needs assessment. Gilbey holds a Bachelor of Science in Marine Geography from Cardiff University.
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WAW Handplanes
WAW Handplanes manufactures WAW Badfish Bodysurfing hand plane made from ocean plastic waste, collected from the great barrier reef. Handplanes are lightweight and easy to carry anywhere. They’re designed to enhance the bodysurfing experience by providing more lift and less drag, so both beginners and experienced bodysurfers can catch waves forlonger and go faster.