Author Archives: Gary Kewley
The Surf World Loses a Legend…Larry Haynes
For more than 3 decades…Larry Haynes was a North Shore pillar, film maker and cinematographer …he loved what he did and loved being in the …Read More »
Every Excellent Wave – Billabong Pro Pipeline 2023
Frame grabs of ‘kegger’ Joao nailed with a narrow escape… Released Feb 9, 2023 Every excellent wave from the Billabong Pro Pipeline 2023 featuring John …Read More »
Carissa Moore & Jack Robinson Win WSL CT Season Opener
… at the 2023 Billabong Pro Pipeline! Tyler Wright and Leonardo Fioravanti Earn Runner-up Finishes Second-year Joao Chianca Eliminates World Champion Filipe Toledo Moore and …Read More »
“What just happened?” Kaipo Guerrero
“That was a magic trick…honestly does not make any sense at all…” Laura Enever This was John’s 1st near 10… WCT commentators confounded -like most …Read More »
JACK ROBINSON and CARISSA MOORE WINNERS of Billabong Pro Pipeline…our new #1 Yellow Jerseys
Robinson beats Leo Fioravanti Moore takes down Tyler Wright Super Windy Wednesday with NE Trades 20-35mph. Surf declined through the day and ended with 2-3’+ …Read More »
Men’s Round of 32 Called ON at Billabong Pro Pipeline
Men’s Round of 32 Started at 8:03 AM HST Men’s Round of 16 To Follow, Women’s Event OFF for the Day Overlapping Format To Be Used …Read More »
Friday Morning
Frame grabs reveals John’s body tork…the speed and power …the lines and spray…that few possess. SNN Rich Palmer It’s great to see John back …Read More »
Surfboard Carving Art
Image front page: Sophie McCulloch and John John Florence win the Haleiwa Challenger and take-home trophies made by Ruben Aira Jr. WSL Photo Artist Ruben …Read More »
World Surf League to Add Apple Watch as Official Wearable Equipment
New WSL Surfer app on Apple Watch will provide athletes with key information in real-time Pictured: 2019 WSL Champion Italo Ferreira of Brazil surfs at the …Read More »
Luke Shepardson | Surf Splendor Podcast Episode 447
“For you -the day you won- when you were accepting the award…saying how scared you were. I see you guys and think you’re invincible….” David …Read More »
In case you missed this late drop. Surf Legend Pat Curren Passed Away at 90 during The Eddie Sunday Jan. 22nd.
Timing…it’s what life and surfing and style are all about…Pat Curren had this and more as did his legendary son. SNN Front page classic. Photo …Read More »
Day 2 is Pau. Women’s Opening Round Heat 1 Billabong Pro Pipeline
We got thru R16 so now it’s Qtr Finals next! The full scoop coming. Thursday had mostly clean, glassy 3-4′ sets on the fading 14sec …Read More »
Stunning Tuesday Feb 7th… The Billabong Pro Pipeline in Memory of Andy Irons
Full story on the way this evening The surf ended-up pumping 3-5’+ for a large part of the day and performances rose to the occasion. …Read More »
“It always makes more sense when you hit the water” Mark Healey
Behind The Scenes……At The 2023 Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational With Mark Healey – Heat 1 and Heat 2 “It’s the best Waimea I’ve ever …Read More »
“…It’s finally happening!” Eli Olson
Eli the Elevator got a respectable 15th out of 40. “It’s something you wait your whole life for…” he said. “Super Bowl Arena…listen to that …Read More »
BIGGEST EDDIE AIKAU EVENT IN HISTORY EVERY PADDLE OUT, WIPEOUT AND GLORIOUS RIDE!
Already 94,102 views in less than 24 hours (Out on Jan 27, 2023)… As the insane content highlighting one of the most memorable days in …Read More »
ICON TALKS STORY
Shane Dorian on Billabong Pro Pipeline, Predictions for ’23 CT Plus Surfers to Watch at Pipe Big Wave surfer, YETI athlete, and Momentum Generation icon …Read More »
“We just hugged it out” Kelly Slater after giving Chris Owens his slot in ‘The Eddie’
An act of selflessness and humility from 11x World Surf League Champion, and one time Eddie Aikau contest winner, Kelly Slater, who chose not to …Read More »
HOLY SHHHHH….PE’AHI ON BIG SUNDAY JAN 22
JAWS XXXL “EDDIE AIKAU SWELL” GIANT SURF SESSION!!! It was a giant session with XXXL waves. While the whole surfing world had their eyes and …Read More »
