Marissa was a big firm attorney who quit her job in corporate law to pursue a better life. In 2012, she sold everything she owned and moved to Borneo to work as a scuba instructor on a sailboat traveling around the island. Since then, she's driven a motorcycle across three countries solo, managed a busy dive center in Indonesia and worked as a shark researcher in the Philippines. She founded a charity dedicated to ocean conservation from her home in South Lake Tahoe and is policy director for The League to Save Lake Tahoe. She's a former competitive snowboarder (primarily freestyle/halfpipe), PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer, RYT yoga instructor, and AIDA freediver.
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Marissa Fox
Marissa Fox
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Best Water Gear of 2023
Enjoy a day on the water. Our ultimate list of the best water gear is adventure worthy. We considered everything you...
Best All Mountain Snowboards for Women of 2023
Searching for the best women's all-mountain snowboard? We bought the top snowboards and compared them head-to-head to...
Best SUP Paddles of 2023
After comparing over 125 different SUP paddles, we purchased the 15 most compelling paddles currently available and...
Best Camping Cot of 2023
Searching for a comfortable way to sleep in the great outdoors? We bought the 10 best camping cots currently available...
Best SUP Boards of 2023
Looking for the best stand up paddle board of them all? We extensively tested all the best SUPs side-by-side to help...
Best Splitboard Bindings of 2023
What's the best splitboard binding? We evaluated the market and purchased the top 7, testing them side by side to find...
Top Pick
Lib Tech T.Rice Orca Review
The Orca has phenomenal float and is super stable at speed. This board is one of the best when it comes to riding...
Editors' Choice
Yes. Hel Yes - Women's Review
Tying for the top score of the entire group, the Yes. Hel Yes. is our top recommendation for anyone who wants an...
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Gnu Ladies Choice Review
If you are searching for a super fun and playful board that excels across the mountain, then look no further. This...
How to Choose a Stand Up Paddle Board
Stumped by SUP's? We analyze the pros and cons of each board to help you find the perfect match, whether you are just...
Best Buy
Tahe Beach Performer Review
This all-around budget board is great for families, beginners, and intermediate paddlers who want solid performance...
Best Buy
Never Summer Lady West Review
This board rips in just about any condition across the entire mountain. It's great for aggressive riders that want one...
Editors' Choice
Aqua Bound Malta Fiberglass 2-Piece Review
The fiberglass version of the Malta holds its own against its all-carbon counterparts, all while costing quite a bit...
How to Choose a Snowboard for Women
When selecting a snowboard, it's important to consider not only which board is the "best," but which board is best for...
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