Matt Radis of Lebec won the Masters Open at the 29th Annual Santa Cruz Paddlefest last weekend at Steamer Lane—a beach with a famous surf break. About 300 competitors from around the world participated in the festival, his girlfriend (and top cheerleader) Linda Gregory said.

At age 54, the passion Radis brings to competitive surf paddling is…(please see below to view full stories and photographs)

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Lebec’s Matt Radis rides a winning wave

Matt Radis of Lebec says he has made a happy life with his surf kayaking. He runs rivers as well.

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