Paul Davis

Residence: Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Hometown: Northampton

Age: 54

Current boat: Malibu 23 MXZ

Years riding a Malibu: 6 years

How did it start: I moved inland and missed ocean surfing, began wakeboarding, which eventually progressed to wake surfing.

Advice: Enjoy every moment on the water. You'll take some falls, but get back up and keep pushing yourself. I can't remember a time leaving the lake without feeling truly happy.

Personal Best Trick: Currently the 360 - Surf Style.

Line length: n/a 

Boat speed: 11.8 mph

atEquipment & Set-up: Chaos Team Pro 4'8" pro light glass layup, 2 small flare fins.

Favourite trick: Air.

Favourite Place to Ride: Our holiday home lake in southern France - Gastes

Riders who inspire you: Ashley Kidd

Best Career Moment: 2nd place podium finish in mens open - Shredtime, Windermere - 2023.

Favourite food: BBQ all day long

An ideal day in your Malibu: A summer's day in France, taking a surf set (or 3) with good friends and enjoying the lake life for the rest of the day.

Plans for 2023: As many competitions as possible, bigger airs, frontside 180 to revert.

Your review of your current Malibu 23 MXZ: My 23MXZ has been epic, bombproof build quality, owned for 3yrs and less than a handful of warranty fixes feels spacious and everyone loves the MXZ party bow, wave has a true ocean feel.

Hobbies: Gym, SUP, Metal fabrication

Interesting Fact: I spent a lot of time training in martial arts when I was younger.

Personal Statement: Everyday life throws you a challenge - you have two choices, get out in front of it or get dragged behind it.

Career Achievements: I competed in mens open 2023 against much younger riders and achieved a 2nd place podium finish. Was approached by Team GB summer 2024 which led to a spot on the team, looking forward to competing in 2025.

Sponsors: Chaos Surf Company, Malibu & Axis Boats Europe