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State, Maui County trying to boost sports tourism, targeting events for competitors on way to 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Imagine Olympic windsurfing or kite surfing competitors stopping at Ho’okipa and Kanaha beach parks on Maui to practice on their way to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games in less than 3 years — it’s an idea that state and county officials hope can spur the economy.
Carissa Moore’s ‘Riding Your Waves of Joy’ event launched; Aug. 1 deadline for applications
Aug. 1 is the deadline to submit applications to a two-day, self-worth-building surfing event created by Hawai’i-native Carissa Moore – five-time World Surfing Champion and the first-ever Olympic Gold Medalist in surfing. The inaugural “Riding Your Waves of Joy: Building Self-Worth” will be held Aug. 30-31 at the Outrigger Kā‘anapali Beach Resort. The resort and […]
Hawaiʻi surfing pioneer Garrett McNamara featured in ‘100 Foot Wave’ docuseries
The HBO series follows Hawaiʻi’s pioneering big wave surfer Garrett McNamara, now 57, as he pursues his passion around the globe.
Fundraiser launched for family of Maui shark bite victim Jay Carter of Haʻikū
A fundraiser has been set up to help the family of Jason “Jay” Carter, the 39-year-old resident of Haʻikū who died Dec. 30 from a shark bite while surfing at Pāʻia Bay on the North Shore of Maui.
Surf documentary reminds audiences that political conflict cannot stop surfing
“Keep It A Secret,” a documentary by Sean Duggan, recounts the emergence of surfing in Ireland and explores how amidst political and nationalist conflict, the unwavering influence of surfing on the island could not be stopped.
Photo Gallery: Surfers Enjoy Sunday Swell at Peʻahi “Jaws”
Surfers convened at Peʻahi “Jaws” to enjoy the waves on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2021. See the latest images below. Enjoy!
Photo Gallery: Big Surf at Peʻahi Brings Surfers on Tuesday, Nov. 2
Photo Gallery: Big Surf at Peʻahi Brings Surfers on Tuesday, Nov. 2
Photo Gallery: Maui Surfers Kai Lenny, Billy Kemper and Albee Layer Enjoy Big Swell Off Peʻahi
Big wave surfers including Billy Kemper, Kai Lenny and Albee Layer convened at Peʻahi, famously known as “Jaws” to enjoy gigantic waves on Wednesday, Dec. 3. See the latest images below. Enjoy!
Photo Gallery: Sunday Swell Off Maui’s North Shore
Here are your weekend surf highlights off Maui’s North Shore. Enjoy!
(If you have surfed the North Shore on Oct. 25, you can check out the whole photoshoot at Martin’s website: www.martincaprile.com)
Photo Gallery: Surfers Enjoy Weekend Swell at Hoʻokipa!
Surfers convened at Hoʻokipa Beach Park to enjoy the waves from Oct. 16 – 17. See the latest images below. Enjoy!
Photo Gallery: Opening Swell in October at Hoʻokipa and Honolua!
Off Maui’s shores, surfers enjoyed the waves in the past week and Maui Now has all the latest images below. Please enjoy! (If you have surfed Honolua or Hoʻokipa in October 2020, you can check the whole photoshoot at Martin’s website: www.martincaprile.com)
Photo Gallery: Sunday Swell Off Maui’s South Shore
On Sunday, surfers continued to enjoy the summer swell off Maui’s south shore. Check out the latest images below. Enjoy! (If you have surfed off Maui’s south shore on June 28, 2020, send Martin a message to check out the photoshoot or to purchase photos. Martin’s website: www.martincaprile.com)
Photo Gallery: Father’s Day Swell Off Maui’s South Shore
Off Maui’s south shore, surfers enjoyed the waves during Father’s Day weekend. Maui Now has all the latest images below. Please enjoy! (If you have surfed off Maui’s south shore on June 21, 2020, send Martin a message or check the photoshoot at his website: www.martincaprile.com)
Photo Gallery: First South Swell Shows Promise for a Good Summer Season
Off Maui’s south shore, surfers enjoyed the waves on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Maui Now has all the latest images below. Please enjoy! (If you have surfed Dumps or Lp on June 3, 2020, you can check the whole photoshoot at Martin’s website: www.martincaprile.com)
VIDEO: Matt Meola’s New Edit “NUMB”
Matt Meola, Maui’s aerial extraordinaire, just dropped his latest edit titled NUMB. This may very well be the best four and a half minutes you spend online…
VIDEO: The Warped Ethos of Albee Layer
Ethos is defined as the disposition, character, or fundamental values particular to a specific person. From living between San Diego and Maui, to pushing the…
VOTE: Francisco Porcella’s GoPro of the World Clip
Who knew one could drop in at Maverick’s, slip and almost fall, then end up making the wave sitting down? Francisco Porcella did just that on February 6th…
PHOTOS: Dakine Reopens Original Paʻuwela Store
From it’s inception in the heart of Maui’s surf community in 1979, Dakine has been a prominent fixture in the islands. Founded by Rob Kaplan, the brand was b…
Miles Kauhaahaa Takes 1st Place at Pipeline
Miles Kauhaahaa of Maui, took home first place in the drop-knee contest at the 2017 Mike Stewart Pipeline Invitational. The contest saw epic performances and…
Save Maui’s North Shore: Community Meeting 2/13
Mark Chansen, the owner of TEACH LLC, has scheduled a community meeting for Monday, Feb. 13, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. at the Pāʻia community center.
