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The Natural

any things can be said about East London, (a conversation that is often avoided because of politics or patriotism) but one undisputed fact is that it has, and continues to produce some truly exceptional surfers. From the shadow of legends like Greg Emslie, Royden Bryson, Wendy Botha and Nikita Robb, a fresh young talent is emerging. Another goofy foot raised on a staple diet of right hand point break waves, is swiftly growing in status and stature - 15 year old Zoë Steyn. In 2018 Zoë multiplied her list of achievements and caught the world’s attention (literally). She is the youngest female surfer to ever win the prestigious SA title, surfing well beyond her years as she bumped 8 time SA Champ, former world number 3 and Triple Crown winner Heather Clark into second place. She

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