Name: Hunter Lysaught
Nickname: Hunta
Hometown: La Jolla
Age: 19
Sponsors: Split, Oakley, Salterwater.com
Board Measurements: 5'10 x 18 x 2 1/8
Stance: Goofy
When did you start surfing? When I was about 8 years old on a 10.0 Walden.
When did you turn pro? I have always been pro jk
What is your favorite maneuver? Going vertical
Who is your favorite surfer? Bobby Martinez
What is your favorite surf spot? Black's or Biggies.
What kind of music do you like? The Game, Tupac, Notorious BIG, Rick Ross,
Slightly Stoopid, Pepper, Pinback, Dare Devil Jane, Metallica, Slayer.
What are your hobbies? Golfing, eating, chilling, losing in poker and hanging out with friends.
Inspirations/Heroes? My parents and family, my friends and Mick Fanning.
What are your goals? To become the best surfer I can while keeping a good mind set. I want to represent myself the best way possible. My goals are to make more finals and be a better competitor. I want to make a living through surfing.
Biggest accomplishments? Going to El Salvador with Surfshot Magazine, 4th place in NSSA Explorer Event #9. Making my 1st nationals heat.
Best contest results? 4th place NSSA Explorer Event #9, 2nd Place in Sun Diego Event #8, 4th PB Surf Off, 1st place No Fear Event #8, 1st place Wind-an-Sea Menehune.
What is your favorite thing about surfing? My favorite things about surfing are getting barreled, landing big punts and surfing with as much power possible.
Something you wish to do but have not done? Bunjee-jump, ride the wave at Wavehouse, Tow - ins and step offs.
Any current or past injuries? none (I probably jinxed it)
Any upcoming video parts to look out for? Promo video
Describe the ultimate surf trip: Lets just say it would be more insane than Young Guns II.
Describe the perfect day: Peeling left hand point break with no one out that breaks for two miles. It would go from a reef j-bay like bottom to a superbank sandbar. The sun would be shinning and it would have to be trunkable.
Anyone you would like to thank? My family, SPLIT clothing and all my sponsors.
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