| JettyGirl:
While faltering economies, political turmoil and
energy issues dominated most of the headlines
during the past year, much of 2008's good news
slipped through the cracks. What's the best thing
that happened to you in 2008 and what are you
most hopeful for in 2009?
Sage Erickson: Well,
2008 was a pretty good year. Probably the most
amazing part was getting the opportunity to go
hang in Bali during the Oakley Global Challege.
Just an all-around awesome trip. First time there,
and those are always the most exciting.
JG: Tell us about the first
time you ever stood up on a surfboard. Where was
it and what were you riding?
SE: My first time
surfing began in Hawaii at Sunset beach when I
was around the age of 10 I think. I went with
my family to hang out on the beach, my brother
Noah was surfing and I was snorkeling. He came
in for a break and I decided to give it a try,
my first wave I got to my feet..and after that
there was no stopping me. I'm sure I'm not the
only surfer to have said that.
JG: What is your current
favorite board? In 2009 do you have any plans
to experiment with different surfboard designs,
materials or fin configurations?
SE: My boards are
amazing, Channel Islands has shaped me the best
boards I have ever ridden. Right now my magic
board is a 5'9" Proton, Dane's new model.
It's my second one and I can't get off it. Poor
thing is so beat up!
JG: Do you have any heroes?
If so, who and why?
SE: I don't have
too many heroes, but I'm infatuated with the Lakers!
My whole family is, I look to learn from their
teamwork, dedication, and training habits. Maybe
apply some serious hours into my cross training
like they do. They're so good this year!
JG: In 2009 we'll see the
best single maneuver ever done by a female surfer.
Who do you think will pull the move and what do
you think it will be?
SE: Carissa Moore,
hands down. She's doing this frontside reverse
that's out of this world. She's crazy! In a good
way of course. Maybe even her airs?
For those of you who like to
jump around instead of going one by one, here's
the complete list of surfers...
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Caption: In early 2008 I was driving down PCH
and noticed an NSSA event going on at Seaside
Reef. I pulled out my camera just in time to see
Sage Erickson get a perfect 10 point ride. I've
only had the privilege of shooting with Sage once
but it would be great to meet up a few more times.
She kills it and has an unreal style. Photo: Chris
Grant / JettyGirl.com
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