Brenden Margieson Explained

Brenden Margieson
Birth Date:3 July 1972
Birth Place:Sydney, Australia
Module:
Child:yes
Nickname:Margo
Residence:East Coast, Australia
Major Achievements:• 1996 winner Nias Indonesian Pro
• 2 times voted Best Free-Surfer in the World (1998 and 1999) by Australian Surfing Life Magazine
• Finalist at ISA World Titles France 1992
• Winner of the Heritage Heat - WSL Boost Mobile Pro Gold Coast 2020[1]
• Legends Division Champion Burleigh Heads Boardriders Single Fin 2023[2]
Stance:Natural (regular) foot
Shapers:Present: Album Surf [3]

Brenden Margieson, born on July 3, 1972, is a former Australian professional surfer, widely recognized as one of the pioneering free surfers to achieve substantial financial success in the sport.[4] In 1996, he secured victory at the inaugural Nias Indonesian Pro[5] [6] and earned the title of "Best free-surfer in the world" in consecutive years (1998 and 1999) according to Australia's Surfing Life.[7] Known by the moniker "Margo", he is often praised for his stylish regular foot, characterized by a smooth and powerful technique, making him a captivating presence in the world of surfing. Margieson remains a cherished figure in Australian surfing.[8]

Life and career

Brenden Margieson was born in Sydney on July 3, 1972, and relocated to Byron Bay at the age of 5. Following in the footsteps of his father, Rodney Margieson, who was an avid surfer, Brenden entered the surfing scene at 18. Recognizing his potential, Billabong sponsored him, providing the support necessary for him to pursue his dreams.[9]

Margieson's career predominantly involved extensive travel to remote locations, funded by sponsors, where he engaged in editorial photoshoots for both Australian and international surfing publications.[10] He graced the covers of numerous magazines, including Tracks, Waves, Surfing Life, Surfer, and Surfing. Additionally, he has been featured in over a dozen surfing videos, collaborating with renowned figures such as Jack McCoy[11] and Justin Gane.

In 2003, Justin Gane Productions released Wanderjahr: The Margo Project, a documentary offering insights into the life and journeys of Brenden 'Margo' Margieson. The film delves into the reasons behind Margo's influence on professional surfing, highlighting his role in opening doors for future surfers by prioritizing the joy of surfing over competitive endeavours.[12]

Personal life

Brenden Margieson has two children from his first marriage. His eldest son, Micah Margieson, born on February 25, 2001, has followed in his father's footsteps. In 2018, Micah secured the Australian Junior Title,[13] showcasing powerful maneuvers reminiscent of his father's style while adding his distinctive touch.[14]

As of the present, Margo resides on the east coast of Australia with his current wife, Lorena Margieson. He continues to exhibit his distinctive surfing style during occasional surfing sessions.[15]

Filmography

Surfer
TitleYear
The Green Iguana1992
The Sons of Fun1993
The Billabong Challenge1995
Unleashed1995
Pulse1996
Pulse 21997
Odyssey1998
Activ82001
Pulse 20012001
Tempo2002
Wanderjahr: The Margo Project2003
Frame Lines2004
The Free Way2005

Notes and References

  1. https://www.worldsurfleague.com/events/2020/spec/3568/boost-mobile-pro-gold-coast-womens Champions WSL Boost Mobile Pro Gold Coast 2020
  2. https://www.liveheats.com/events/69347/divisions/162505 Burleigh Boardriders Single Fin 2023 LiveHeats
  3. https://albumsurf.com.au/collections/vesper Album Surf website
  4. https://www.youtube.com/embed/7Wois_kRGsQ Craig Anderson and the Stab Innocents
  5. https://books.google.com/books?id=mc7ZAwAAQBAJ&dq=nias+indonesian+pro+1996&pg=PT232 Surfing Indonesia: A Search for the World's Most Perfect Waves
  6. https://www.worldsurfleague.com/posts/417277/the-margieson-names-continues-its-lineage-at-lagundri-bay The Margieson Name Continues it's Lineage At Lagundri Bay
  7. https://books.google.com/books?id=-DWQSYRx4MUC&dq=best+free-surfer+in+the+world+australian+surfing+life&pg=PA363 The Encyclopedia of Surfing
  8. https://surfingworld.com.au/walk-slowly/ Walk Slowly
  9. Podcast: Ain't That Swell – The Lennox Head Lechery LIVE feat. Bede Durbidge, MARGO, Matt Wilkinson and Surfcore2001 . 16 July 2020.
  10. https://books.google.com/books?id=-DWQSYRx4MUC&dq=best+free-surfer+in+the+world+australian+surfing+life&pg=PA363 The Encyclopedia of Surfing
  11. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0566754/ IMDb Jack McCoy
  12. https://www.tracksmag.com.au/news/why-wanderjahr-the-margo-project-is-still-relevant-15-years-on-500202 Wanderjahr: The Margo Project
  13. https://www.goldcoastbulletin.com.au/sport/surf-sports/coast-star-on-the-rise-in-pro-ranks/news-story/59d7cd421f7e03a6b663e10c13a6c321 Coast star on the rise in pro ranks
  14. https://stabmag.com/stabcinema/margos-17-year-old-follows-in-his-fathers-foot-placement/ Margo's Son Follows In His Father's Foot Placement
  15. News: Neil Cameron . Margo's surf skills excite . Byron News . 18 June 2020 . 32 .