Issam Auptel

Riding for Volcom since 2018

Issam Auptel, a 23-year-old from Guadeloupe, now resides in the southwest of France. He began his surfing journey in Guadeloupe, where competitions were the only way to gain visibility.
After achieving strong results in national contests and gaining exposure through social media and Instagram clips, Volcom took the young talent under their wing.
With a deep passion for art—especially the fusion of surf footage and music—Issam has evolved into a dedicated, expressive, and proud freesurfer.
You might spot him traveling the world with his friends from 3PODMIX, enjoying pints in downtown Hossegor, or, if you're lucky, getting your hands on one of his collaborative T-shirts with Volcom at your local shop.


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