Paul Roach

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Who is Paul Roach?

Paul Roach is an American bodyboard rider who is considered to be a pioneer of the dropknee style of bodyboarding.

Paul Roach is credited with inventing the layback manoeuvre in the dropknee style; this manoeuvre was later introduced to stand-up surfing.The layback involves the upper body of the surfer being arched backwards.

Roach currently resides in California, and is primarily endorsed by Cartel bodyboards. He has two signature bodyboard models: Paul Roach LTD and the Paul Roach DK.

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  • United States of America

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on July 23, 2013

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