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High Surf Warning as surf builds to 45 feet along north facing shores
A High Surf Warning is in effect for the north and west facing shores of Niʻihau, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu and Molokaʻi; the north facing shores of Maui; and the west facing shores of the Big Island. A High Surf Advisory is also in effect for the north facing shores of the Big Island.
Surfer John John Florence defers return to competition, takes year-long break
Three-time World Champion John John Florence has announced that he will defer his return to the World Surf League, Championship Tour for another year. Florence, who was awarded the WSL Season Wildcard, has decided to withdraw from the 2026 CT and extend his break from full-time competition to continue to focus on his family and travel.
High Surf Advisory for south shores; Coastal Flood Statement for all Hawaiian Islands
A large south swell will gradually fill in on Friday and peak on Saturday near warning thresholds, according to the National Weather Service. Peak afternoon high tides, combined with elevated water levels running about a half a foot higher than predicted and a large south swell filling in, will lead to minor flooding along shoreline and low-lying coastal areas through Saturday. Water levels should fall below thresholds during peak afternoon high tides Sunday.
High Surf Warning issued as NW swell builds to 35 feet
Dangerously large breaking waves of 20 to 25 feet today and 25 to 35 feet by Tuesday are expected along north facing shores of Niʻihau, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi and Maui.
Eli Hanneman soars into US Open of Surfing Semifinals
Maui surfer, Eli Hanneman’s highly-anticipated breakthrough in 2023 now takes him into the Semifinals for a Finals Day showdown where he will face two-time US Open of Surfing winner Kanoa Igarashi (JPN).
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.
WSL: Tyler Wright and Felipe Toledo win Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach
Tyler Wright (AUS) and Filipe Toledo (BRA) won the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, the fourth stop on the World Surf League 2022 Championship Tour.
High Surf Warning Extended to Friday Morning
A high surf warning has been extended to 6 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 24, for the North and West facing shores of Molokaʻi and the North facing shores of Maui.
Elevated East Shore Surf Through Thursday
Surf along affected shoes will be 8 to 12 feet through Wednesday, lowering to 6 to 10 feet Wednesday night. Forecast surf heights are estimates of the height of the face or front of waves.
Beachfest2020 presented by Positively+Kai and Pā‘ia Youth & Cultural Center
The 23rd Annual Pā‘ia Bay Beachfest, Beachfest2020, takes place on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 25 and 26, 2020.
Baldwin Park Closed Due to Heavy Rain, Flooding
Baldwin Beach Park in Pāʻia on Maui’s north shore, is closed today due to heavy rain and flooding.
Small Trade Wind Swell Forecast on East Side
A small trade wind swell is forecast along east facing shores. This should pick up some Friday and into the weekend as our winds pick up in speed.
Wilkinson and Smith Survive Early Elimination at Corona Open J-Bay
The Corona Open J-Bay, ran through the opening two heats of Round 2 before being called off after the inconsistent conditions at Jeffreys Bay failed to improve.
Rookies Dominate Round 3 of Outerknown Fiji Pro
Hawaiʻi’s Sebastian Zietz advances through to the next round as the only Hawaiʻi contender remaining after winning his heat against Wiggolly Dantas (BRA).
Reigning World Champ Florence Advances Directly to Round 3 in OK Fiji Pro
Reigning World Champion and Jeep Rankings Leader John John Florence of Hawaii advanced directly to Round Three of the Outerknown Fiji Pro.
Outerknown Fiji Women’s Pro Final Set for Sunday
Courtney Conlogue (USA) and Tatiana Weston-Webb (HAW) will battle for the event title in solid six-foot Cloudbreak in front of the world’s best male surfers.
PREMIERE: Pro Windsurfer Sarah Hauser’s “Girl on Wave” 4/21
On Friday April 21st, Professional Windsurfer Sarah Hauser will premiere her new film, Girl on Wave at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center. The film follows th…
PHOTOS: First Big Swell of the Winter at Pe’ahi
As expected, the largest swell of the early winter season brought a XXL swell to Pe’ahi today. The front kept conditions pretty sloppy…
Maui’s Young Surfing Talents
A fun slide show featuring some of Maui’s best up and coming young surfing talents with photos submitted by OneMore Photography
Layer and Lenny Advance to Finals Day
Maui surfers Kai Lenny and Albee Layer advance into the semi finals at the WSL Big Wave World Tour event, The Puerto Escondido Challenge.
