Oakley Sports

Leilani Gryde

Date of Birth: May 1, 1987
Hometown: Kailua-Kona, Big Island, Hawaii
Other Sponsors: Lost Surfboards, Etnies
Career Highlights:
- 2006 4th Place 4* Gallaz pro in Sebastian Inlet, Florida
- 2006 4th Place 4* WQS, Florianopoplis, Brazil
- 2005 Semifinals, US Open of Surfing HB, CA
- 2005 2nd Place Oakley Junior Challenge
- 2002 NSSA National Champion

Bio

Leilani Gryde is a 20 year-old rising star from the Big Island of Hawaii. At the age of 15, she already had a Nationals title under her belt and was off to a successful career in surfing. Now residing in California, she has one objective in mind: to qualify for the WCT. In competition, she’s a stubborn perfectionist, but out of the water, “Lei” is loyal, trustworthy and has a knack for building a family out of her support ream. Leilani’s combination of natural talent and a stellar work ethic is proving successful. Look for big things to come from Oakley’s Leilani Gryde.

Q&A

What's in your future, what do you want to accomplish ? Make the WCT, be successful.
What do you love/hate about your body? I have really thick hair
What pushed you to get past normalcy? I'm working on it.
What is something that you wouldn't normally tell someone about yourself? Sometimes I'm afraid of the dark
What are your guilty pleasures? Victoria's Secret
What habits do you have? Cracking my knuckles
When do you get out of control? When I've eaten too much sugar, or had too much to drink
What are you afraid of? My plane crashing.