Name: Randy Ford
D.O.B.: 12-23-67
Hometown: St. Augustine
Occupation: Salt Water
Sponsors: Surf Station, Clever Surfboards, King’s Paddle Sports
Website: n/a
Years Surfing: 34
They Call Me: Della
3 words to describe me: fun and committed
My Board: 5’10 to 14ft…you gotta learn ride’em all. No “one trick ponies”.
When I’m not surfing, I’m: working to try and get back in the water
My Typical Day: work and try to get to the water for a surf or paddle
My Dream Day: in the water all day. Perfect 8ft+ Puerto Escondido with just me and the boys
Dream Job: Beach Rat
Favorite Surfing Memories: the great years at Vilano in the 80s watching Wild Bill Eicholz hang heals in the pit and Mickey Hudson in the barrel. Also insane sessions Teahupoo, Peru, Chile, NZ, Portugal
The best thing about me: good attitude
My type of girl: my wife
If I could pick one place to surf it would be: Punta Roca El Salvador or out back of my house
On my iPod: Essential Bob, English Beat, anything that gets me pumped with a good vibe or relaxes me when needed
If I could be any animal, I’d be: Dolphin
Choice of Drink: White wine – Oregon Pinot Gris
Favorite meal: fresh fish tacos
Favorite Hangout Spot: the beach
Do You have a celeb crush? no
If you could have any super powers? Outlook on life
My Theme Song: “You can make it if you try” Sly and the Family Stone
I never go anywhere without: sunglasses
In ten years, I: hope to be in the water and healthy
Life Influences: mother, water, yoga, etc… too many to name
How long have you been on the team? 24 years
Favorite Quote or phrase you live by? Your attitude is interwined with your outlook on life
Advice for other surfers: leave your ego at the door and travel. Be humble.