Emi Erickson

Emi Erickson, with her signature single-fins and clean style, is one of the best big-wave surfers on O‘ahu’s North Shore—amongst men and women. She’s a constant fixture at Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach, building on the legacy of her father, ’80s big-wave surfer and lifeguard Roger Erickson. And for many years, she’s been part of leading the charge in women’s big-wave surfing. She brings a dedicated reverence to her craft and to the ocean. And even though she’s been on the cover of “Surfer’s Journal” and won several notable big-wave awards, Emi is one of the most humble and measured athletes you’ll ever come across. 

When I stumbled into the surf world, it just took hold of me. The people around me at the time thought I was insane, but I just knew—I guess it sort of felt like fate. Dad had the boards, the knowledge, and the history. I just took them and used them.”

- Emi, Surfline Interview