September 05, 2023

EP 165: Crosby Colapinto - His rise on the Challenger Series, Rallying for his brother Griffin at the Rip Curl WSL Finals, How he has developed a calm mind for competition, Growing up in San Clemente, and Preparing for the next level

55 minutes

Challenge Series competitor Crosby Colapinto, currently sitting at No. 3 on the CS Rankings, joins the podcast. He chats about what he’s been up to in between events to keep his surfing fresh and what it’s like seeing the Rip Curl WSL Finals at his home break, Lower Trestles. He discusses rallying for his brother, Griffin, in the WSL Final 5 against four other World Title contenders and how he views Griffin as one of the best to ever surf at Lower Trestles. He reflects on growing up in a dreamy surf town, San Clemente, and how there are multiple generations to look up to, like the Andinos and the Gudauskas brothers. He speaks about his evolution from the Qualifying Series to the Challenger Series and working on his holistic health to cultivate a calm mind for competition. Crosby also talks about the influence of sponsorship from iconic brands like Rip Curl and …Lost Surfboards by Mayhem and Matt Biolos, how the Challenger Series prepares surfers for the next level of competition, and how he would make the switch to surf against the world’s best if he qualifies for the Championship Tour.

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Watch him at the EDP Vissla Ericeira Pro pres by Estrella Galicia PT live October 1-8 on worldsurfleague.com.

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