Surf Like A Woman

Becoming World Champ when women weren't welcome on the waves

Pauline Menczer

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Affirm Press
28 May 2024

Autobiography: sport; Memoirs; Society & Social Sciences

In the 80s and 90s, surf culture was toxic, especially towards women. But Pauline Menczer - a dirt-poor, chronically ill, freckle-faced teen from Bondi - defied insults and intimidation to ride the waves. The reason: she simply loved to surf.

But when Pauline's determination propelled her onto the pro circuit, her battle for acceptance and equality didn't end there. The endemic sexism of the industry meant prize money for women was a pittance, while sponsors ignored her because she was gay and didn't have the beach babe look. Despite these challenges, Pauline became the 1993 World Champion and played a key role in bringing greater equality to the sport.

This is the inspirational story of a true underdog battler, whose fearlessness and grit broke down the door of surfing's boys' club for the next generation of women.

By: Pauline Menczer
Imprint: Affirm Press
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 153mm,
Weight: 300g
ISBN: 9781922992956
ISBN 10: 192299295X
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 28 May 2024
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Pauline Menczer is a world surfing champion - the only one from iconic Bondi Beach - and has become an outspoken advocate of women in sport, petitioning for them to receive parity with their male counterparts. Her mission is to share her whole story and inspire those who are dealing with or who have dealt with autoimmune diseases, sexism, misogyny and homophobia in their lives. Luke Benedictus is a freelance journalist, experienced ghostwriter and former editor of Men's Health Magazine, as well as various other publications.