Tyler Pike: A Rising Star in Adaptive Surfing
Meet Tyler Pike, a 27yearold digital comics colourist and skilled surfer from Cape Town, South Africa. He is set to represent his country in the 2023 ISA World Para Surfing Championships after winning in the knee division. ## The ISA World Para Surfing Championships
Meet Tyler Pike, a 27-year-old digital comics colourist and skilled surfer from Cape Town, South Africa. He is set to represent his country in the 2023 ISA World Para Surfing Championships after winning in the knee division.
The ISA World Para Surfing Championships
The ISA World Para Surfing Championships is an international event that brings together over 130 adaptive surfers from more than 30 countries. It will be held in Huntington Beach in November 2023. The event not only showcases the incredible talents of athletes but also promotes inclusivity and raises awareness about adaptive surfing in the world of water sports.
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Tyler’s Challenge
Tyler has saved R36,000 and needs to raise an additional R40,000 to cover the essential expenses of participating in the event. The costs include travel, accommodation and day-to-day expenses.
- Travel costs: around R16,000 for round-trip airfare to and from California
- Accommodation: expected to reach up to R30,000
- Day-to-day expenses: covering food, transportation, and other necessities during his stay in California
Call for Support
To represent South Africa and showcase his talents on the international stage, Tyler needs the support of his fellow countrymen and the global community. Any amount of financial assistance can make a significant impact in helping him achieve his dreams. You can make donations through Tyler’s BackaBuddy account, which can be accessed here.
Tyler Pike’s journey to the ISA World Para Surfing Championships exemplifies determination and resilience. His representation of South Africa on the global stage highlights the strength of the adaptive surfing community and the power of inclusivity in sports. With the support of the international community, Tyler can embody the spirit of adaptive surfing and inspire fellow athletes to pursue their dreams, regardless of the challenges they may face.
Chloe de Kock is a Cape Town-born journalist who chronicles the city’s evolving food culture, from township braai joints to Constantia vineyards, for the Mail & Guardian and Eat Out. When she’s not interviewing grandmothers about secret bobotie recipes or tracking the impact of drought on winemakers, you’ll find her surfing the mellow breaks at Muizenberg—wetsuit zipped, notebook tucked into her backpack in case the next story floats by.
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