Wilma Komala may have gotten a late start at surfing in her forties but the sport has forever changed the trajectory of her life.ย  The Hong Kong born grandmother moved the cityโ€™s beachside village of Big Wave Bay and can be found catching waves on most weekdays when the tiny break isn’t overcrowded. While it might not be biggest wave in in the world it’s enough to keep her happy and it’s home:

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....