Marley Lopaka Franco
Nick Name:
Gnarly Marley
Date of Birth:
June 2008
Travels:
Not to many places yet...I was one of the youngest to surf in the UAE, Dubai Wadi Wave Pool and I surfed a few spots on Oahu.
Sponsors:
Grom USA, Supported by Hi Tech Surf Sports, Quickblade Paddles hooked me up with a sweet paddle for SUP and Rip Curl has hooked me up with some suits!
Greatest Influences:
My Mom and Dad and all my uncles and aunties who support me! Zane Schweitzer, Kai Barger, and Ian Walsh
Favorite Surf Spots:
Honolua Bay and Turtle Bay, HI
Surf Maneuver Yet to Master:
Airs, 360's and possible 540's
Favorite Quote:
"The best surfer out there is the one having the most fun!" —Kelly Slater, "if you never try, you will never know."
Little Known Fact:
Marley's a kite boarder, SUP racer and can shred on a snowboard as well!