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Verge surfing

Article published 20th Jan 10
Verge surfing Stray

What:
Verge surfing

Where:
Check your local council website for collection dates or just cruise

When:
When your home is looking as bare as your bank account

How much:
Free

Image:
R Meakins

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A wise man once said retail is for suckers. We're inclined to agree. Perusing the verge collections, or ‘verge surfing' is without question the best source for indoor furniture, outdoor furniture, indie cool bikes and Franklin Mint crap. Aside from the free stuff, there's a thrill in the chase and a pride in showing off your best scores. You might think its best to scope out the richer suburbs. But it seems they didn't get rich by throwing things away. You're better off in the ‘burbs of baby boomers, where 60s furniture is considered naff rather than ironically cool.

Always surf with a buddy for quality control (‘seriously dude, that rug stinks'). But be professional, maintain your cool. During a recent expedition, I spotted a pogo stick. I exclaimed a bit too loud. The econovan behind us shot ahead and descended upon that pile, and that pogo stick. That shmuck is probably hopping on it now! Amongst the curb crawling vans, there is a certain camaraderie, but ultimately its every surfer for him or herself. But we'll throw you a tip dear grommet - surf's up in Wembley Downs.

By NvH

Ambience: Road Trip

Location: Urban

Keywords: council collection, Recycled, Vintage

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