Women Who Surf

Mavericks and more, a celebration of feminine beauty, athleticism, wisdom, and skill when the surf is bombingWomen Who Surf profiles some of the world's most inspiring female surfers ranging from Bethany Hamilton to Wrenna Delgado. Each surfer tells her story, highlighting her personal challenges, accomplishments, and philosophy, as well as inspiring readers and providing them with practical how-to suggestions on maximizing not only their own potential in surfing but in life as they lead the charge and push their limits at infamous big-wave spots like Teahupoo in Tahiti, Waimea Bay, and Peahi/Jaws in the Hawaiian Islands. The profiles by accomplished author and editor Ben Marcus are complemented by stunning color photography by leading adventure photojournalist Lucia Griggi. Featured surfers:1. Rochelle Ballard2. Wrenna Delgado3. Bethany Hamilton4. Maya Gabeira5. Keala Kennelly6. Andrea Moller7. Leah Dawson8. Mercedes Maidana9. Easkey Britton10. Alana Blanchard11. Bianca Valenti12. Paige Alms13. Alison Teal14. Sally Fitzgibbons15. Rosy Hodge16. Janet Macpherson 17. Pauline Ado