ROB MACHADO | BIO
Rob Machado is not just one of the world’s greatest surfers; he’s one of the sport’s most recognizable characters, a living icon who continues to expand the definition of what professional surfing is all about. Known for his Zen-like flow both on land and in the water, Machado was consistently seeded at the top of the rankings as a competitor on the ASP World Tour. His world-title-deciding heat at Pipeline against close friend Kelly Slater in 1995 remains perhaps the most dramatic – and uplifting – showdowns in competitive surfing history. With 12 career WCT victories, Machado was ranked among the top ten surfers for eleven straight years and was inducted into the Surfers Hall of Fame in 2000 and re-inducted in 2006.
But his contribution to the sport doesn’t end with his accolades in a colored jersey. Since his departure from the ASP tour in 2001, Machado has been one of surfing’s most committed ambassadors, roaming the globe, surfing the world’s best waves and broadening the definition of “high-performance surfing.” From reinventing tube riding in the depths of Indo to blowing minds on the finless, wooden planks known as alaias, Machado is often seen as a modern-day Gerry Lopez: A true embodiment of style and aloha.
Rob’s ‘style’ when he is not surfing is another admirable quality, as seen in his commitment to supporting various charitable causes. Rob has established The Rob Machado Foundation, which through his annual golf tournament supports various charities dedicated to environmental programs within Southern California. His foundation also works closely with the Cardiff Education Foundation on efforts to green Machado’s hometown’s elementary school district. He has also created the Rob Machado Surf Experience, a highly anticipated surf contest for girls and boys 16 and under in Rob’s hometown of Cardiff-by-the Sea, Calif.
Rob’s goodwill does not stop on the local-level, as this surf legend has also donated his time for an Indonesian well digging project with the Sumba Foundation, and for the Water Innovation Now (WIN) contest, which gave 500,000 kids the opportunity to come up with innovative ways to conserve our water as a result of Southern California’s water crisis.
All of this – along with his down-to-earth, approachable aura – makes Machado one of surfing’s most influential athletes of all time. And since he’s still writing his incredible story, it’s an influence that will only grow over time.
Rob Machado is not just one of the world’s greatest surfers; he’s one of the sport’s most recognizable characters, a living icon who continues to expand the definition of what professional surfing is all about. Known for his Zen-like flow both on land and in the water, Machado was consistently seeded at the top of the rankings as a competitor on the ASP World Tour. His world-title-deciding heat at Pipeline against close friend Kelly Slater in 1995 remains perhaps the most dramatic – and uplifting – showdowns in competitive surfing history. With 12 career WCT victories, Machado was ranked among the top ten surfers for eleven straight years and was inducted into the Surfers Hall of Fame in 2000 and re-inducted in 2006.
But his contribution to the sport doesn’t end with his accolades in a colored jersey. Since his departure from the ASP tour in 2001, Machado has been one of surfing’s most committed ambassadors, roaming the globe, surfing the world’s best waves and broadening the definition of “high-performance surfing.” From reinventing tube riding in the depths of Indo to blowing minds on the finless, wooden planks known as alaias, Machado is often seen as a modern-day Gerry Lopez: A true embodiment of style and aloha.
Rob’s ‘style’ when he is not surfing is another admirable quality, as seen in his commitment to supporting various charitable causes. Rob has established The Rob Machado Foundation, which through his annual golf tournament supports various charities dedicated to environmental programs within Southern California. His foundation also works closely with the Cardiff Education Foundation on efforts to green Machado’s hometown’s elementary school district. He has also created the Rob Machado Surf Experience, a highly anticipated surf contest for girls and boys 16 and under in Rob’s hometown of Cardiff-by-the Sea, Calif.
Rob’s goodwill does not stop on the local-level, as this surf legend has also donated his time for an Indonesian well digging project with the Sumba Foundation, and for the Water Innovation Now (WIN) contest, which gave 500,000 kids the opportunity to come up with innovative ways to conserve our water as a result of Southern California’s water crisis.
All of this – along with his down-to-earth, approachable aura – makes Machado one of surfing’s most influential athletes of all time. And since he’s still writing his incredible story, it’s an influence that will only grow over time.
ROB MACHADO | BIO
Born: October 16, 1973
Place of Birth: Sydney, Australia
Height: 5 foot 10 inches
Weight: 140 pounds
Current Residence: Cardiff by the sea, California, USA
Born: October 16, 1973
Place of Birth: Sydney, Australia
Height: 5 foot 10 inches
Weight: 140 pounds
Current Residence: Cardiff by the sea, California, USA
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Dragon Optical
Channel Islands
Nixon
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Sambazon
Dakine
Bubble Gum Surf Wax
TOP CAREER ACCOMPLISHMENTS |
World Tour career victories: WCT (12), WQS (13) World number two rated (1995); number three (2000
U.S. Open of Surfing champion 1995, 2001 & 2006; runner-up in 1999, 2000 and 2005
Pipeline Masters champion 2000
Monster Energy Pipeline champion 2006
U.S./National champion 1993; runner-up in 1992
Won first pro contest at Sebastian Inlet (1990)
National juniors champion (1989)
Inducted into Surfer’s Hall of Fame (2000 + 2006)
Top five most popular surfer in Surfer Poll (1995-2001, 2003, 2004, 2006) Top 10 – 2002, 2005, 2007, 2008
ESPN X Games – Gold medal / 2006 & 2007
SIMA Waterman of the Year - 2009
World Tour career victories: WCT (12), WQS (13) World number two rated (1995); number three (2000
U.S. Open of Surfing champion 1995, 2001 & 2006; runner-up in 1999, 2000 and 2005
Pipeline Masters champion 2000
Monster Energy Pipeline champion 2006
U.S./National champion 1993; runner-up in 1992
Won first pro contest at Sebastian Inlet (1990)
National juniors champion (1989)
Inducted into Surfer’s Hall of Fame (2000 + 2006)
Top five most popular surfer in Surfer Poll (1995-2001, 2003, 2004, 2006) Top 10 – 2002, 2005, 2007, 2008
ESPN X Games – Gold medal / 2006 & 2007
SIMA Waterman of the Year - 2009
PHILANTHROPY |
One Degree Less Award from Planet Green + Water Council of Brazil - 2009 Project Save our Surf award for his dedication to environmental activism awarded by Oceana – 2009
One Degree Less Award from Planet Green + Water Council of Brazil - 2009 Project Save our Surf award for his dedication to environmental activism awarded by Oceana – 2009