Sponsor Chris Ray

Chris Ray is a big-wave surfer and ocean-performance creator whose content blends heavy-water surfing, safety, and high-performance gear with an authentic adventure mindset. He’s a strong fit for brands in surf, outdoor performance, wellness, and ocean lifestyle because he brings credibility, technical product context, and an engaged action-sports audience.

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 Chris embodies the spirit of dedication, transformation, and inspiration in the world of watersports. Chris emerged as a rising star in the world of watersports at the age of 18 when he secured a Pro sponsorship from BZ bodyboards, enabling him to embark on a global journey competing in the prestigious G.O.B and I.B.A tour circuits. His exceptional skills and dedication led him to carve out a prominent place in California, culminating in the creation of his own globally sold signature bodyboard model. Following the economic downturn in 2008 and the subsequent challenges in competitive bodyboarding, Chris underwent a transformative shift, redirecting his focus towards surfing. This transition ignited his passion for conquering colossal waves, prompting him to immerse himself in the world of big wave surfing. Collaborating with esteemed organizations like the Big Wave Risk Assessment Group and Mavericks Rescue Team, Chris diligently hones his skills, including rigorous training sessions with Hawaiian lifeguards on the North Shore of Oahu each winter, preparing for the imminent winter swell season. Chris's ultimate aspiration is to share the profound impact of surfing on his life. Surfing bestowed upon him an unparalleled sense of confidence, adventure, and liberation, igniting within him an impassioned desire to spread this fervor. Firmly believing that once someone experiences the allure of surfing, it becomes an enduring passion, Chris established Better L8 Then Never Surf Experience, intending to instill this same passion and love for the sport in others.