We caught up with Pro Surfer Stephanie Gilmore who’s taking part in this yea in Portugal - she’s looking to win her 3rd world title at only 21. We just love that she actually says ‘rad’ - we wanna to be that cool!
You can watch Steph surfing live via the contest site at www.live.ripcurl.com

Bliss: Hey Steph! Do you have any advice for girls trying to find their natural talent?
Steph: Be open to trying everything and eventually you’ll really find what you’re passionate about.

Bliss: When did you realise you had a flare for surfing?
Steph: When I was 12, I really loved being in the ocean and surfing, performing and competing came next, so at around 16 I figured that professional surfing sounds like a pretty damn good career.  I was being quite successful in the junior events so it kinda just flowed along smoothly to where I am today.

Bliss: Do you ever get scared of getting really hurt? Have you ever been injured?
Steph: No real injuries. Just losing skin on the reef a couple of times, which isn’t the most pleasant experience but it all adds to the adventure.

Bliss: Do you have a hot surfer boyfriend?
Steph: Wouldn’t you like to know?! Ha ha There’s definitely some eye candy on tour.

Bliss: Do you have a beauty regime?
Steph: I'm not a massive make-up fan but I’ll admit that I’m starting to take longer to get ready, I sometimes change my outfits a few too many times! It’s fun being a girl.

Bliss: Do you have any tips for girls who want to learn to surf?
Steph: Learn with some friends, don’t be intimidated by the boys, and learn as much about reading the ocean as you can