Andy Hill

Andy Hill runs Troggs surf shop in Portrush, Northern Ireland and competed for Ireland in the 80s and 90s. His father, Ian Hill, was one NI’s first surfers.

Interview: Dominica Williamson 18/02/13 Ref: AV4048

Full interview available in The First Wave Archive.

Surf spots

Themes

NI’s surf breaks

Wetsuits and sponsors

The Black Rocks

Low key surfing

Living for the ocean

Learning to surf

NI inspiration

The start of Troggs

Free fun

Different times

That’s where it all started

Competing for Ireland