One of the pioneers of women’s surfing in New Jersey and the East Coast. Larkin would become a mainstay at the highly competitive Casino Pier in Seaside Heights. Nearly always a finalist in East Coast surfing contests she was competing against some of the best female surfers on the East Coast, surfers like World Contest finalists Janice Domorski and Barbara Belyea would be her peers on the competitive circuit.
Larkins competitive record would transcend multiple decades. A third place finish in the 1965 Atlantic States Surfing Championship would start her competitive path. Kathy would go on to perform at a top level in contests like the Cocoa Beach Classic, Atlantic City Classic, multiple ESA Championships and the legendary Ocean City Polar Bear and Turkey Trot events.
Larkin has become a role model for young New Jersey female surfers over the years and has become a mentor to many who see her as an example to follow both as a Casino Pier local and a successful competitive surfer.
