The sharpies were a uniquely-Australian, predominantly Melbourne-based phenomenon in the 1960s and 70s, which followed on from the bodgies and widgies of the 1950s. These working class suburban kids were distinct from British skinheads in their look and liked their music hard, loud and local, following bands such as Lobby Lloyde, Billy Thorpe, Rose Tattoo and early AC/DC. By the 1980s youth culture had splintered into a myriad of different tribes, largely grouped around different music styles, a

Day 1 of the Sharpie Nationals got underway today, with Sideshow Bob taking out the first two of nine races, extending an enviable lead over their competition. But with seven races remaining, the national title is well and truly still up for grabs! SA Sharpies Australian Sharpie Nationals Adelaide Sailing Club | Down Under Sail