Richie Collins is a former professional surfer and

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. He established himself by winning the 1988 O'Neill Coldwater Classic in Santa Cruz and the 1989

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. He finished as the number eight rated surfer in the world in 1989 and 1990.

Personal life

His father is the shaper Lance Collins, and his daughter Meah Collins is a highly regarded surfer. He attended

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. His nickname, given to him by Dave Parmenter, was 'Skeletor'.

References

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