Jacket by Billabong, Feel the benefit, Adjustable funnel neck, Partial zip placket, Chin guard to help prevent chafing, Functional pockets, Regular fit, Not too loose, not too tight. In 1973, Billabong founders Gordon and Rena Merchant started crafting and selling board shorts to surf shops on Australias Gold Coast. Thanks to the durable, triple-stitching technique they used, their designs became go-tos for local surfers, and the rest is history. Take a look at our edit of the brands surf and swimwear its durable shorts are always board-ready.