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Legendary big-wave rider Pat Curren didn't wait past the toddler stage to put his son Tom on a surfboard. By the time Tom was a teen, his depth of wave-mastery was almost scary. In the perfectly shaped pointbreaks in and around Santa Barbara, young Curren developed a style that would be emulated the world over.

Enter Thomas Roland Curren. In 1982, the unassuming introvert strolled into Duranbah and single-handedly dumped Australia on its head. He quickly became the most popular surfer in the world, a title he would hold for two decades. By the time he showed the first signs of slowing, disco had come full swing, again clogging the airwaves.

On this Presidents Day Weekend we salute two President-worthy American surfers duking it out at “The Queen Of The Coast” during the annual Rincon Classic.

Tom Curren Versus Dane Reynolds At The Rincon Classic

Famously reclusive, Curren’s musical gift has until recently only been recognized amongst a small enclave of musicians. With an album set for release in 2013, Curren is ready to share his music with the world. In October 2012, Curren released a four-song EP called Summerland Road – a glimpse of what is to come. The EP features raw and honest performances: bluesy, gritty, with a folk influence and minimalist approach. Curren’s music goes well beyond the surf market. He explores a variety of musical styles and sound combinations that reflect a truly original point of view.

Summerland Road