Author Archives: Gary Kewley
The Yin & Yang of Gerry Lopez
From award-winning documentary filmmaker Stacy Peralta comes Patagonia’s The Yin & Yang of Gerry Lopez, a film that lifts the veil on one of surfing’s …Read More »
UNCLE CHINA UEMURA’S CELEBRATION OF LIFE 8AM THIS SATURDAY
A place where my sister and I grew up, running around the park, BBQing with the uncles, and surfing the inside courts bowl. We hope …Read More »
THE INSANE BEATDOWN & RESCUE OF BILLY KEMPER FROM THE ROCKS AT JAWS LEFT
FULL BREAKDOWN Front page frame grab: Billy is bailing on the far right with the yellow-red-purple gun. “You have only one option, and that option …Read More »
Nearly 350 came to celebrate the life of Larry Haynes.
It was a beautiful day in many beautiful ways…with plenty wind and even some swell to tease those who paddled out…I’ve never seen so many …Read More »
A lesson in radical speed, power and flow…
John John Florence and Barron Mamiya at Rocky Point Filmed on 2/19/23 at Rocky Point on the North Shore of Oahu. John John Florence and …Read More »
THE 46th ANNUAL BUFFALO BIG BOARD SURFING CLASSIC WRAPS UP THIS WEEKEND!
The small 2′ NW is feeling the strong ENE trades; the sun is out, and the fun is up! Saturday 2.18 was Opening Ceremony and …Read More »
Results from the 45th Annual Pipeline Bodysurfing Classic
The Pipeline Bodysurfing Classic Sat afternoon February 25th, 2023 The 45th annual Pipeline Bodysurfing Classic presented by Kaikeha and Pipeline World Games, on the North …Read More »
GOIN’ BACK …KELLY SLATER & KOA ROTHMAN BRAKDOWN HEAVY PIPELINE
Front page frame grab of the boyz on the beach and the line up in the distance… (BDSO DAY 1) “I’m convinced this right here; …Read More »
Epic Sunset Beach Surfing – John John Florence, Kelly Slater, João Chianca, Gabriel Medina – 2-16-23
Sunset Beach, Hawaii during World Surf League’s Sunset Pro on the north shore of Oahu. The world’s best surfers take on barreling sunset beach. Joao …Read More »
Molly Picklum and Filipe Toledo Win Hurley Pro Sunset Beach
USA’s Marks and Colapinto Finish in Second Place Picklum Ties Moore for No. 1 on World Rankings 8X World Champion Gilmore and 5X Champion Moore Fall in …Read More »
PADDLE OUT CEREMONY FOR BELOVED SURFING ICON, LARRY HAYNES…SUNDAY 11AM
WSL Pays Homage To Legendary Water Cinematographer Larry Haynes – Rest In Power Larry! The WSL is heartbroken to learn of the passing of our …Read More »
“Nothing good comes from being comfortable…” Shane Dorian
How to Survive a 50ft Wave on The Head with Shane Dorian: Smith Brothers Podcast #002 Get insider tips and insights from legendary big wave surfer …Read More »
Molly Picklum (20) Wins 1st CT event against Caroline Marks! Felipe Toledo (17.74) beats Griffin Colapinto (16.10)
Competition ended 4:15pm. Mahalo to Paumalu for the challenging surf and incredible venue…and to all our sponsors, supporters and spectators. Finals Day was Called …Read More »
GREAT DAY OF COMP. We’re down to the Quarter Finals…
Shocking Upsets and Excellent Performances Decide Men’s Quarterfinals at Hurley Pro Sunset Beach World Champions Slater, Medina, Florence, and Ferreira Eliminated Joao Chianca Claims “The …Read More »
HOW I BROKE MY BACK AT JAWS FULL BREAKDOWN INJURY UPDATE!
Those waters moving so fast…my GoPro reads that I was moving 45 mph on the face of these drops…” NF The first landing led …Read More »
“Capturing magic in the water…”
Legendary Hawaii surf photographer captures his own epic final moments KHON2 News We lost Larry last Wednesday the 8th from a heart attack after his …Read More »
REVISISTING “THE EDDIE”: ITS A MADHOUSE. THE NERVES ARE DEFINITELY KICKIN’ IN…KOA ROTHMAN
Frame grab: If the wave is 50′ crest to trough…then you can do the math on that white water bounce! Shows the power on this …Read More »
