Bio

Mary started surfing around the same time local surf shop owner, and former pro surfer, David Pu’u began pursuing a new career as a photographer. The two started working together and began creating beautiful modeling and surfing images and, as a result, Mary began pursuing her career as a professional surfer.

Mary has been featured in magazines such as Longboard, Surfing, Surfer, Surf News, The Surfer’s Path, Wahine, Surf Life for Women, Surfing Girl, Nalu, FHM, Entertainment Weekly, Brass, Women's Health, and Spin Magazine. She has also appeared as a host on Fox Sports Net’s “54321” and in numerous surf films including Multiple Personalities, Beneath the Surface, An Equatorial Convergence, The Endless Journey Continues, Sea Legs, Girls Rip, and Live. Mary also co-authored a book with Kia Afcari titled, Sister Surfer: A Woman’s Guide to Surfing with Bliss and Courage. The inspirational how-to book guides women through the process of learning how to surf, covering everything from how to conquer fear to how to wax a surfboard. Mary travels the world to surf
but still calls Ventura, California her home.

For more updates, Mary's website is at: www.maryosbornesurf.com

Current Sponsors
Patagonia, Etnies, Robert August Surfboards,
Bettybelts, Wet n Wild cosmetics

Favorite Product
I am a huge fan of all of Patagonia's products. Patagonia women's ocean gear is like no other surf brand out there. Their product not only looks good when wearing it but is always reliable. I have never had a core piece let me down when out in the lineup.

Down Jacket- I love this piece. I can be seen wearing it 3-5 days a week. I have taken my black down "puffy" all over the world with me. It is so warm, comfortable and rolls up to fit on the side of my Patagonia® backpack which makes it easy to travel with.

I am normally surfing in a Makeba Top and Prairie Bottoms. Both pieces are extremely technical and perfect for surfing or being active in all types of water. The Makeba Top is adjustable which is perfect for various body tops and stays put when moving in every direction. It is perfect for surfing in all sizes of surf. The Prairie Bottoms are not your typical short bathing suit bottoms. The precise styling and cut make them not only look cute when sporting them but allow your body to move in the direction it needs while they stay put on your behind. No fussing and fiddling needed with either of these bathing-suit pieces.

I never leave home without my Sendai Tunic and Eshie Dress. They are perfect for traveling; easy to roll up and throw in your duffel bag when on the road. When you get out of the water the dress is great for throwing over your bathing suit and cute enough for wearing out on the town.

Patagonia Women's wetsuits: I have tested all of these suits from the beginning of production. They have come a long way in performance, flexibility and style. I can honestly say I love these wetsuits more than anything. They are warmer than any suit I have ever worn while still keeping their flexibility and looking amazing on. I highly recommend trying one out!