Nickname: Noz or Nozzle

Born and raised: Los Angeles, California

Based now: Los Angeles

Stance: Goofy

Sponsors: Crap Eyewear, Panda Surfboards, and HOUSE OF BALLET

What do you like about where you live now?

That there's a lot going on at all times and that it's a nice place to come and go from.

When and how did you start surfing?

My dad taught me when I was like 10.

Where is your go-to surf spot?

El Porto, Manhattan Beach, California

Please tell us about the surfboard you usually ride. Brand, shaper, dimensions, fin setup, etc.

I have been riding a lot of twinzers from Panda Surfboards. All different shapes and sizes.

Where are your favorite surf spots that you've been to?

Anywhere in Indo.

Where are the surf spots you want to visit in the future that you've never been to?

J-Bay, South Africa

Which do you like more, Air or Tube?

Tube

Which do you like more, Noseride or Maneuver?

Maneuver but nose riding is cool.

Which one video would you highlight in this playlist and why?

My newest edit 'COMPUTER BLUE' because I like the music in it and was able to film and edit it (besides the surfing of course) myself.

Who are the surfers that inspire you?

Mark Occhilupo, Alex Knost, Craig Anderson, Creed McTaggart

What are the surf films/videos that inspire you?

Occy the Occumentary

What are the films/movies that inspire you? (other than surf films)

A Radiant Child - Jean Michel Basquiat

Other than surfing, what are you passionate about?

Fashion and Photography

Who are your favorite bands and musicians?

Prince and Death

Tracks you love?

Spotify Playlist: This Is Noah Collins

1. "Good Times" by Eric Burdon & the Animals
2. "Computer Blue" by Prince
3. "Let The World Turn" by Death
4. "Don't It Feel Good" by Andre Gibson
5. "Prototype" by Outkast
6. "House Of Cards" by Radio Head
7. "Purple Music" by Prince
8. "She's The Star/I Take This Time" by Arthur Russell
9. "My Pal" by GOD
10. "Home Town" by Witch
11. " Message" by Grandmaster Flash