The Surfing Heritage Foundation has the world’s best collection of boards, clothing, literature and more detailing surfing history. This week, the featured item is pillowcase surfing.

According to the foundation’s Dick Metz, here’s the story:

“‘Pillowcase Surfing’ began in the 1930s as a cheap form of wave riding. The long pillowcase was dipped in the ocean to help seal the fabric, then the opening was held while the surfer ran to ‘catch wind’, tie the end in knot and then ride the waves!” This pillowcase was donated by Joe Riddick’s mom and dates back to the 1930s.

The Surfing Heritage Foundation is located at 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente. For more information or to make a donation, click here.

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