** Press Release** CHAD JACKSON JOINS THE WEST TEAM

Back in 1982 two mates created West, A Western Australian wetsuit brand which has since spread it's wings and become a global company found in waters the worldwide.

Not since Tim Jones pulled the rubber on back in 1992 has there been a signing of a true top professional bodyboarder. West are born and bred West Australian's so signing Chad Jackson was a more than logical choice.

Chad is currently in the Canary Islands competing in the IBA World Tour and then heads further into Europe searching for Northern hemisphere winter swells.

"Being backed by a company like West has given me the confidence to really focus on the World Tour and chasing waves around the globe. I really believe that I can help West become a recognised brand in bodyboarding once again. As for the product, they don't need any help there. The wetsuits tick all of the right boxes in my mind, warmth, flexibility and durability".
- Chad Jackson