Dusty Payne

About

Professional surfer who is known for competing in a variety of events throughout the World Surf League including the Billabong Pipe Masters and the Vans World Cup through his Volcom sponsorship. He is known for sharing photos and videos of his surfing to Instagram and with his over 80,000 followers as well. 

Before Fame

Growing up on the Island of Maui, he began surfing at a young age. After competing in several amateur runs, he started competing in the Men's Championship Tour in 2010 placing 9th in his first competition. 

Trivia

In January of 2018, while competing in the Backdoor competition, he wiped out and hit a reef, leaving him underwater for five consecutive waves. He suffered a fractured skull and a broken jaw. His story was featured in Stab Magazine, Surfline, and Surfer Magazine which have all contributed to his go fund me campaign. 

Family Life

He was born and raised in Lahaina, Maui. He posted a picture with his dad and brother to Instagram in June of 2016. 

Associated With

He posted a picture golfing with Garrett Hilbert and Wesley Bryan at the Kapalua Plantation Course to his Instagram in January of 2018.