Jason “Ratboy” Collins
By Nelly

Ratboy has been a friend for a long long time, I used to go over to his house on Swift Street back in the day and shoot portraits and hang out…he is all time! His quick-witted heckles are second to none, and he’s good at everything he does.

Hometown: Santa Cruz
Age: 39
Stance: Regular
Specialty: Flying
Sponsors: O’Neill, Vans, Santa Cruz Surfboards, Smith Sunglasses, B.E. Glassing
Favorite Waves: The Lane, Ave., The Hook — Santa Cruz


How did you get the name “Ratboy”?: I got the name when I was young cause I had a really messy room, and I rode old roachy boards all the time … it stuck and I’ve been Ratboy ever since.
What do you like to do when you aren’t surfing?: I like fishing, golfing with my friends, and hanging with my wife Katie. She likes to surf, golf, and fish too, so it’s awesome.
To see more of Nelly’s photography, visit www.adventuresportsjournal.com/nelly
Hi Nelly,
Love your photography! Just finished building an eCommerce site that’s focused on California Living and Apparel with a focus on Surfing and Skating. Would love to offer some of your photos and designs on our products if you’re open to it – Canvas Prints, Posters, Tote Bags, T-Shirts. You can view the site at: Cal31.com
Let me know what you think. If you’re interested we can discuss the revenue share/profit split in more detail.
Thanks so much and hope to connect soon.
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Isabel Canhoto | 213.804.7668
Isabel@Cal31.com | Cal31.com