Nicolas Rolando Gabaldon (1927-1951) was an early surfer who is credited by surfing experts with being California's first documented surfer of African-American and Hispanic descent. Despite being an amateur rather than a professional competitive surfer, many surfers of color consider him as a role model and an integral part of surf history. Nick was born February 23, 1927 in Los Angeles, California. Little is known of his childhood. Wikipedia
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Nick was not alone on the wave. Nick was on the inside and Bob Hogan was in the rear. As Nick's ride got closer to the pier, Bob called out for Nick to pull out. Nick tried but was not successful. The board was seen striking the pier. Nick was nowher blackathlete.com/artman2/publish/X_Sports_32/Xtreme_Facto...
Nick was not alone on the wave. Nick was on the inside and Bob Hogan was in the rear. As Nick's ride got closer to the pier, Bob called out for Nick to pull out. Nick tried but was not successful. The board was seen striking the pier. Nick was nowher blackathlete.net/artman2/publish/X_Sports_32/Xtreme_Facto...
