RIDING THE BUBBLE

MICHAEL LOWE, 30, Australia

Vitals: 37% win rate in ’06. Average event result of 18.45.

Behind the Numbers: Big Mick made it to the fourth round only three times last year, and failed to advance each time.

Heading into 2007: Here’s hoping the 2007 season produces better average waves than 2006 did, because if not, Lowey will be bouncing on that bubble in a big way. The big ol’ bloke simply can’t compete against the lighter, faster, more aerodynamic faces that are invading the ranks when conditions wane. If it stays big and perfect, he stands a much better chance.

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