Taylor Jensen

PROFESSIONAL LONGBOARDER

HOMETOWN: Oceanside, California

PHILANTHROPY: SURFAID

INSTAGRAM: @taylorjensentj

Taylor Jensen is one of the most accomplished longboard surfers of all time. Hailing from San Diego, California, Taylor has clinched four WSL World Longboard Championships (2011, 2012, 2017, and 2024), tying the record held by surf legend Nat Young. His accolades also include six North American titles, three Australasian titles, and four US Open of Longboarding victories. Beyond competition, Taylor is deeply involved in surfboard design, collaborating with Firewire Surfboards to create high-performance models like the TJ Pro and TJ Pro V. These boards reflect his commitment to innovation and performance in longboarding. Taylor balances his professional achievements with a rich family life. He resides between San Diego and the Far North Coast of New South Wales, Australia, with his wife, Nava Young—herself a talented surfer—and their two daughters. Together, they embody a modern surf family, sharing their love for the ocean across generations .

Achievements

  • WSL World Longboard Champion 2011
  • WSL World Longboard Champion 2012
  • WSL World Longboard Champion 2017
  • WSL World Longboard Champion 2024
  • TJ Pro & TJ Pro V

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Why We Like Taylor Jensen

Taylor Jensen represents the perfect fusion of elite performance, craftsmanship, and grounded authenticity; qualities that resonate deeply with melin. His relentless pursuit of excellence in longboarding mirrors our commitment to precision and innovation. Taylor's hands-on approach to surfboard design, particularly his collaboration with Firewire on models like the TJ Pro, showcases his dedication to pushing the boundaries of the sport.

Off the waves, Taylor's devotion to family and his ability to balance a demanding career with personal commitments exemplify the harmony of ambition and authenticity that melin champions. His lifestyle, split between the surf-rich coasts of California and Australia, reflects a deep connection to nature and a commitment to living life to the fullest.

In Taylor, we see a reflection of melin's ethos: a relentless drive for excellence, a passion for innovation, and a grounded approach to life. His journey inspires us, and we're proud to have him as part of the melin family.

Why We Like Taylor Jensen

Taylor Jensen represents the perfect fusion of elite performance, craftsmanship, and grounded authenticity; qualities that resonate deeply with melin. His relentless pursuit of excellence in longboarding mirrors our commitment to precision and innovation. Taylor's hands-on approach to surfboard design, particularly his collaboration with Firewire on models like the TJ Pro, showcases his dedication to pushing the boundaries of the sport.

Off the waves, Taylor's devotion to family and his ability to balance a demanding career with personal commitments exemplify the harmony of ambition and authenticity that melin champions. His lifestyle, split between the surf-rich coasts of California and Australia, reflects a deep connection to nature and a commitment to living life to the fullest.

In Taylor, we see a reflection of melin's ethos: a relentless drive for excellence, a passion for innovation, and a grounded approach to life. His journey inspires us, and we're proud to have him as part of the melin family.