Ian
Walsh
United States
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Surfing
Date of birth | May 10, 1983 |
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Birthplace | Maui, Hawaii |
Age | 42 |
Nationality | United States |
Career start | 2001 |
Disciplines | Free Surfing / Surfing Big Wave / Foil Surfing |
Maui native Ian Walsh has been tackling massive waves around the world since he was a teenager and his longevity and experience in the water shines through, whether he's in an elite contest, performing for the cameras, or purely riding for himself. He's one of the most passionate and dedicated big-wave surfers, and he's willing to go to the ends of the Earth to find the perfect wave.
Walsh first surfed the legendary Jaws when he was just 16. At 19, he was runner up at the Billabong XXL Awards after riding a 68-foot beast at Jaws and numerous other nominations followed.