Progressive obsession: Ted Robinson to be inducted into the Hermosa Beach Surfing Walk of Fame
Robinson’s image of casually bottom turning at Hammerland (the cover shot) was used in the SBBC original logo. Photo by Mike Balzer By Ed Solt Ted Robinson has never stopped progressing. The 53-year-old surfer has yet to peak and exhibits strong skills on all types of surf equipment. With his motto, “The right board for the right time,” his eclectic quiver allows Robinson to surf nearly every day. The 2016 Hermosa Beach Surfing Walk of Fame inductee was introduced to the ocean at the age of five after moving to Manhattan Beach with his mother and brother from his birthplace Alhambra. “I remember buying a styrofoam kneeboard/kickboard from Johnny’s Toy Store in downtown Manhattan Beach. I caught a few waves and knew from there I had found my calling — the ocean is going to be my life,” Robinson said. “I stood up in the white wash. After 20 minutes, it snapped. I was devastated.” Robinson’s family home was located off 36th St., walking distance to all the surf spots in Manhattan Beach. “I grew up surfing all around Manhattan Beach,” he said. “Around 12, I’d seek other opportunities, riding my bike to the Hermosa Beach Pier, the Breakwall, PV.” His first new surfboard was a Phil…
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