Jason Collins (surfer)

Jason "Ratboy" Collins (born July 4, 1974, in Santa Cruz, CA) is an aerial surfer. He graduated from Santa Cruz High School. Collins took part in aerial surfing in the mid-nineties, as did surfers like Christian Fletcher. He is a long boarder and is known for his overall riding style.

Jason "Ratboy" Collins
Personal information
Born	(1974-07-04) July 4, 1974 (age 51) Santa Cruz, California, U.S.
Residence	Santa Cruz, California
Height	5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Weight	135 lb (61 kg)
Surfing career
Years active	1980–present
Sponsors	Salty Crew, Santa Cruz Surfboards, Smith Optics,Reeds Ginger Brew, Fished and Foraged.
Major achievements	(1999 & 2000) 1st Surfing Magazine Airshow Series, (2001) 1st Vans Airshow Series,
Surfing specifications
Stance	Regular (natural) foot
Quiver	5'6", 5'8", 5'10" to 10'2"
Favorite waves	Steamer Lane, Mitchells, Stockton Ave, Cowells (Santa Cruz)
Website	https://www.fishedandforaged.com/

Collins was the first to land a backside 360 air during the Expression Session at the O'Neill Cold Water Classic in 1994. Collins has a line of signature surfboards with the Stretch label.^{[citation needed]}