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Bar Chords and Single Blades

Mark Anders takes an in depth look at Donavon Frankenreiter's life from growing up in Inland Mission Viejo to becoming one of the first sponsored "free surfers" and gaining rock star status. Donovan's natural ability and spontaneous approach to surfing has set him apart from the rest, often bridging three generations of surfing style into one wave.

Words by Mark Anders

Volume 14, Issue 2