Nickname: Ainara Aymat

Based now: Zarautz, Basque Country (Spain)

Stance: Goofy

Sponsor: Vans, Pukas Surf, Db journey, BALLET

Where were you born and raised?

Zarautz, Basque Country (Spain)

What do you like about where you live now?

The landscape. The sea and the mountains are so close that you can walk from one to the other.

When and how did you start surfing?

Started surfing when I was 5yo with my mom, dad, and sister in Zarautz.

Where is your go-to surf spot?

Zarautz or a pointbreak nearby.

Please tell us about the surfboard you usually ride. Brand, shaper, dimensions, fin setup, etc.

I use a Pukas “Tast 5'7” for my day-to-day, but also been using the “ACID PLAN” from Pukas, which is really fun.

Where are your favorite surf spots that you've been to?

Lakey Peak, Trestles, Pavones, Barra De La Cruz.

Where are the surf spots you want to visit in the future that you've never been to?

Chicama (Perú), somewhere lost in Africa.

Which do you like more, Air or Tube?

I should be able to do either to decide, but that is not the case.

Which do you like more, Noseride or Maneuver?

Maneuver

Which one video would you highlight in this playlist and why?

I would definitely highlight “Tandem”, as I was feeling more like myself surfing for this project. Getting Sophie involved in this one was super fun, and I truly enjoyed every single day with her. Plus, working with Kylian means there’s always a special project coming out.

Who are the surfers that inspire you?

Mark Occhilupo, Stephanie Gilmore, Torren Martyn, Ryan Burch, etc.

What are the surf films/videos that inspire you?

Lots from the 80s.

What are the films/movies that inspire you? (other than surf films)

The Yin & Yang of Gerry Lopez

Other than surfing, what are you passionate about?

Music, Reading, Animals, Taking photos, Silence.

Who are your favorite bands and musicians?

Futuro Terror, Verde Prato, Molly Nilsson, King Krule, etc.

Tracks you love?

Spotify Playlist: Ainara Aymat

1. "Urgentes" by Futuro Terrror
2. "Neskaren kanta" by Verde Prato
3. "Blue Train Lines" by King Krule, Mount Kimbie
4. "How to fight loneliness" by Wilco
5. "Bermondsey Bosom" by King Krule
6. "Switch" - Biig Piig
7. "Conductores Suicidas" by Joaquín Sabina
8. "Por Favor, Mátame" by Cómo Vivir en el Campo
9. "Desconfía de ese chico" by Rata Negra
10. “HANGOVER” by EDDI CIRCA