The Lineup with Dave Prodan - A Surfing Podcast

EP 249: Andrew “Cotty” Cotton – From Devon plumber to big wave charger, His back-breaker wipeout at Nazaré 2018, Dryrobe® sessions, and the Mental game behind surfing the world’s heaviest waves


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One of the heaviest chargers in big wave surfing and Dryrobe® ambassador, Andrew “Cotty” Cotton, joins us on The Lineup. From his roots in Devon, England, to towing some of the gnarliest waves ever ridden at Nazaré alongside legends like Garrett McNamara, Cotty has survived career-threatening injuries, epic wipeouts, and helped put Portugal’s fishing village on the global big-wave map.

In this episode, Cotty opens up about prepping for the Northern Hemisphere season, the evolution of equipment and safety in big-wave surfing, and the mental and physical resilience needed to tackle waves that push the limits of human performance. He reflects on his journey from plumber to professional big wave surfer, the injuries that tested him both physically and mentally, and the moments that defined his career.

We also dive into his mentoring of the next generation, the role of sponsorships like Dryrobe® in cold-water sessions, and the balance between chasing massive surf and enjoying the simple stoke of the lineup. Plus, Cotty answers fan questions from Instagram, from his favorite waves to tips for older beginners, and even weighs in on the classic Devon vs. Cornwall cream-first debate.

This episode is brought to you by Dryrobe®, helping surfers stay warm, dry, and ready to perform no matter how cold the water gets.


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