Oahu (Hawaii) – Page 2

Five Places to Visit in Oahu, Hawaii, With Singer Jack Johnson

The Hawaii-born singer-songwriter and activist recommends some places he loves on the island he still calls home. And yes, surfing and music are involved.

By Celeste Moure

Contests and Prizes Florence, John John (1992- ) Hawaii Kennelly, Keala Lifeguards Oahu (Hawaii) Surfing

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

Florence, John John (1992- ) Hawaii Oahu (Hawaii) Surfing

When the Big Wave Doesn’t Break, but Your Emotions Do

The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational, a surfing contest that is as prestigious as it is mythical, was called on for the first time since the event was last held in 2016. Surfers had less than 48 hours to travel to Oahu to compete. Then the forecast changed.

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