Surf Rider
About This Machine
The Surf Rider, designed by Harry Williams in 1956 for the Williams Manufacturing Company, is an electromechanical pinball machine that captures the carefree spirit of surf and beach culture, with artwork by George Molentin. It offers a colorful, sports-and-recreation-themed take on 1950s pinball design.
Surf Rider is a four-player game offering five balls per player. Its layout includes two flippers, three pop bumpers, four passive bumpers, two kick-out holes, two standup targets, two slingshots, a gobble hole, and dual outlanes, giving players a mix of scoring opportunities and risk-reward shot selection.
The Surf Rider's design and art are representative examples of 1950s pinball style, evoking sun, sand, and surfing with playful graphics. As a Harry Williams design from the mid-1950s, it remains a piece of pinball history that reflects the sports-and-leisure themes popular with manufacturers of the era.
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Technical Details
- Theme:
- Sports - Water Sports - Happiness - Recreation - Surfing
- Model Number:
- 163
- Notable Features:
- 5 balls per player. Flippers (2), Pop bumpers (3), Passive bumpers (4), Kick-out holes (2), Standup targets (2), Slingshots (2), Gobble hole (1), Dual outlanes.
Credits
- Designer:
- Harry Williams
- Artist:
- George Molentin