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From Canvey Island in Essex to Pe’ahi / Jaws on Maui is a journey only one windsurfer has made. Aleksy Gayda tells his unique tale from young gun on the BWA circuit to sailing one of the world’s most famous waves.
“My name is Aleksy Gayda; I am 22 years old and live in a place called Canvey Island in Essex, England. I went to Appleton school in Benfleet. It was very challenging as I was dyslexic, and I came out without any qualifications. When I left, I attended a building college for eight months to do a bricklaying course as well as some work experience with a builder whilst still trying to fit in as much sailing as possible.
Words Aleksy Gayda – Photos John Carter