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Luke Shepardson Wins the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational

Waimea Bay in Hawaii finally delivered conditions fit for one of the world’s most elusive surfing events. A local lifeguard beat out the top pro surfers for the trophy.

By Talya Minsberg

Hawaii Jones Wong, Moana Kennelly, Keala Moore, Carissa (1992- ) Oahu (Hawaii) Surfing Women and Girls World Surf League

Surfers Work for Gender Equality in the World’s Most Famous Waves

In 2002, “Blue Crush” depicted women competing at a major competition at Hawaii’s Pipeline. That’s only now become a reality thanks to grass-roots efforts and hard-charging surfers.

By Talya Minsberg and Gabriella Angotti-Jones