How old are most surfers?
Surfing seems to be a young person’s game – statistics show it’s dominated by those between 6 and 34 years old. However, many professional surfers reach their peak performance in their mid-thirties or even forties, proving that age doesn’t have to be a barrier. Surfers who take care of their skin, protect themselves from injuries, eat well, and balance their time in the water with proper recovery are likely to age gracefully rather than prematurely. Ultimately, it’s not just about looking young—it’s about feeling young.Asking if there’s a “right” age to learn surfing is like asking if there’s a “right” age to start living life to the fullest. The answer, of course, is a resounding no. Surfing is not just a sport, it’s a lifestyle. And like any other passion or interest, it can be picked up at any stage in life.The “peak age” for surfing is generally in the late teens to early thirties. However, for some, the peak of their surfing journey is simply the time when they feel most confident and free in the water. Many older surfers consider their prime to be when they’re fully comfortable with the ocean, regardless of age.
What country has the best surfers?
As many will have guessed, Hawaii is the worlds number 1 surf nation. As many will have guessed, Hawaii is the worlds number 1 surf nation (although Hawaii is technically part of the USA, the WSL recognises it as its own sovereign surfing nation). Home of the sport and the winner of the Men’s Championship Tour 2017, the nation was represented by 7 surfers during the 11 events.While heavyweights like the USA and Australia dominate the scene in numbers and accolades, smaller surf havens like French Polynesia and Fiji pack a punch that belies their size. And of course, Hawaii, the birthplace of surfing, reigns supreme as the world’s number one surf nation.