Meet the Shaper's

Jason “Koons” Koons is one of the shapers behind Surftech’s board lineup, blending innovation with decades of hands-on experience. Having worked in surfboard factories throughout Hawaii and California and as former head designer at SUPERbrand, Koons has built a reputation for performance-driven design. A two-time SIMA Image Awards Surfboard of the Year nominee, his boards have appeared on global magazine covers, in award-winning films, and at WSL events ridden by some of the world’s best surfers.

San Diego surfer and shaper Jim Ellington has been designing and hand-shaping surfboards since 1976. He got his start on the North Shore in 1975, working under legends like Dick Brewer and Tom Parrish before returning to California in 1980. Over the decades, Jim has shaped more than 15,000 boards — all by hand — refining his craft through collaborations with respected shapers and servicing world-class surfers. With nearly 50 years of experience, he continues to push his best work forward.

Founded by shaper Rodrigo Orozco in Baja, Mexico, Orozco Surfboards specializes in high-performance, versatile designs built for a range of wave conditions. Known for clean aesthetics and balanced wave dynamics, the lineup includes popular fish and shortboard models. Orozco boards can be found at respected surf shops like Bird’s Surf Shed and Silver Surf Shop, reflecting a growing presence beyond Baja’s coastline.

Founder Miguel Sinclair grew up longboarding and competing nationally in Mexico, with appearances at events like Mexi Log Fest and the Vans Duct Tape Invitational. He later refined his shaping skills in California, working alongside respected craftsmen including Matt Calvani (Bing Surfboards), Tim Crozier (Blackbird Surfboards), and Gary Stuber (Moonlight Glassing). Sponsored by Bing Surfboards and Vissla, Miguel now brings that same level of quality and craftsmanship back home to Mexico.