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Week 11 – Weekly Waimea Report with Mark Healey – Big Wave Boards

Taylor Cotton — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:07:34 +0000

Guns, Rhino Chasers or whatever else you want to call them this week Mark Healey discusses his current big wave quiver and what goes into the design of the boards he’s riding. View more Healey updates and get all the latest at http://www.quiksilver.com/eddie

Final Month of the 2011/12 Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau Holding Period

Taylor Cotton — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 01:39:44 +0000

With the calendar about to roll over to February – the final month of the Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau holding period – winter swells continue to pulse through the Hawaiian Island chain with regularity. A solid 18-20 foot swell is building today and will persist into tomorrow. However, 20-footers will be at the extreme upper end of the wave heights and “The Eddie” will wait to see what unfolds during the coming days and weeks.

Be the first to know if The Bay Calls The Day at http://www.quiksilver.com/eddie

The 2011-12 Weekly ‘Eddie’ Update with Mark Healey – Week 5

Taylor Cotton — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 23:52:20 +0000

Go fishing with Mark Healey in this weeks Waimea Report.

Visit quiksilver.com/eddie to stay up to the date on all Eddie happenings.

The 2011-12 Weekly ‘Eddie’ Update with Mark Healey – Week 4

Taylor Cotton — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 20:47:47 +0000

Week 4 of Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Reports is all about showing you what it’s like to be in a Pipeline barrel.

Visit quiksilver.com/eddie to stay up to the date on all Eddie happenings.

The 2011-12 Weekly ‘Eddie’ Update with Mark Healey – Week 3

Taylor Cotton — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 21:58:49 +0000

Week 3 of Mark Healey’s Weekly Eddie Updates featuring Kala Alexander.

Visit quiksilver.com/eddie to stay up to the date on all Eddie happenings.

The 2011-12 Weekly ‘Eddie’ Update with Mark Healey – Week 2

Taylor Cotton — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:11:21 +0000

Week 2 of Mark Healey’s Weekly Eddie Updates. Get the inside scoop on The Eddie Opening Ceremony.

Visit quiksilver.com/eddie to stay up to the date on all Eddie happenings.

The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau Opening Ceremony 2011-2012

Taylor Cotton — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 17:40:48 +0000

With The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau Opening Ceremony taking place Yesterday, December 1st, it’s now time to watch the swell chart and hope the waves can deliver. Stay tuned to www.quiksilver.com/eddie for updates.

The 2011-12 Weekly ‘Eddie’ Update with Mark Healey – Week 1

Taylor Cotton — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:46:52 +0000

The 2011-12 Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau kicks off December 1st! Throughout the three month waiting period our very own Mark Healey will be providing weekly reports from Hawaii. Watch the Week 1 video which includes a recap of January’s “Eddie Almost” day.

View more info about the Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau on quiksilver.com/eddie

The ‘Eddie’ Opening Ceremony December 1, 3PM, Waimea Bay North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii

Taylor Cotton — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:49:23 +0000

It might take a massive swell for the Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau to be called “ON”, but the event that pays tribute to the legendary Hawaiian and his powerful legacy takes place every year, without fail: The official Opening Ceremony.

Big wave riding’s greatest gathering of the tribe happens once a year, on December 1st at Waimea Bay, when the 28 Invitees, 24 Alternates, surf legends past and present, and the Aikau family gather to pay sincere respects to Eddie. It’s a true ‘chicken skin’ moment.

The Opening Ceremony is a time when surfing embraces the Hawaiian culture from which it was born. Big Island Kahu Billy Mitchell, personal advisor to the Aikau Family, offers a blessing and rich insight for the surfers and organizers. He reminds them of whose footsteps they follow in and the role and responsibility they now have in carrying forth both the spirit of Aikau, and the ultimate brotherhood of big wave riders.

Waimea Bay has been the Mecca for big wave riders for more than 60 years, and the Eddie Opening Ceremony is a time to reflect upon big wave surfing’s ancestry.

“Nothing touches the Eddie, anybody will agree,” said Quiksilver charger Mark Healey in a recent interview. “There are a lot of other big waves and there are even bigger waves out there, but the thing about the Eddie is the history and the legacy of it.”

Should you find yourself on the Island of Oahu on December 1st, please join us in celebrating the life of Eddie Aikau, and the spirit of big wave riding.

E komo mai….Welcome.

For more information visit www.quiksilverlive.com/eddieaikau/2012/

The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau Announces 2011 Invitees & Alternates with the Launch of Quiksilver.com/Eddie

Taylor Cotton — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:20:49 +0000

WAIMEA BAY, HAWAII – (Nov. 1, 2011) – Quiksilver.com/Eddie launches today with the official announcement of the 28 coveted Invitees and 24 Alternates to this year’s Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau. You can find this year’s list, sign up for email alerts and follow Mark Healey’s weekly updates from Waimea Bay at: www.quiksilver.com/eddie

The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau is the most venerated big wave surfing event on Earth, held at Waimea Bay, Oahu, on a single day during the Hawaiian winter when, and if, waves exceed the 20-foot minimum requirement. The official holding period for this year, the 27th annual, is December 1, 2011 through February 29, 2012.

“The Eddie” has upheld stringent wave height and surf quality requirements since its inception. It has only been held eight (8) times in the past 26 years, but those rare and special days are recognized as the most spectacular days in surfing history – for both surfers and spectators.

Modern technology, live webcasting and global media broadcast the Dec. 8, 2009 event, known as “Eddie’s Day”, to more than 100 million global viewers. The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau came close to running again this past winter, on January 20, 2011, but inconsistent 20-foot surf held it back.

Celebrating Surfing’s Greatest Modern Icon

Just 31 years of age when he was lost at sea during an ill-fated voyage of Hawaii’s Hokule’a double-hull sailing canoe in 1978, Aikau was a young man at the height of a career equally dedicated to big-wave riding and lifeguarding at historic Waimea Bay. Filled with a pure passion to ride giant surf, take care of his fellow man, and uphold his Hawaiian culture and family values, Aikau became the benchmark by which all big wave riders are measured.

“This event has created a life all its own and has come to stand for much more than just big wave riding,” said Quiksilver CEO Bob McKnight.

“Standing on the beach at Waimea Bay on January 20, surrounded by tens of thousands of spectators from around the world, we were disappointed to have to call a No Go. But when the crowd began to cheer, we knew it was the right call and that The Eddie represents something special that we all want to uphold.

“Eddie was a young man of character, integrity and incredible athletic ability. His story took surfing’s story across boundaries and around the world. Through his legacy, we look to inspire young generations of surfers for decades to come.”

Watch Eddie’s Day At The Newport Beach Film Festival 4/29

mramirez — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:11:28 +0000

This Friday, April 29th at 4PM Quiksilver films Eddie’s Day and Moments will be screening back-to-back at the Newport Beach Film Festival. This is your chance to relive the the 25th Anniversary of The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau from December 2009. Sit back and relive the 25-30 foot surf, insane wipeouts and incredible shorebreak charges that made that day so special. Then stick around and check out Moments, the free full length 2011 Quiksilver Surf Team Movie. You may have seen it online, but this will give you a rare opportunity to see it on the big screen. Click here for more info on the 2011 Newport Beach Film Festival.

Click here to purchase tickets to the screening.

Can’t make it to the Newport Beach Film Festival? Click here to purchase Eddie’s Day on DVD.

Eddie’s Day On TV This Week

mramirez — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 19:34:30 +0000

The story of the 25th Annual Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau, Eddie’s Day, will be airing on Universal Sports this week! Don’t miss this opportunity to relive this epic day of surf from last year. Dates and air times are listed below. Check your local istings for more info…

04/18/2011 – 10:00 PM
04/18/2011 – 4:00 AM
04/19/2011 – 3:30 PM
04/22/2011 – 8:00 PM

Waimea was Eddie’s world. For one day, December 8, 2009, it was everyone’s. Spectacular 25-30 foot surf, insane wipeouts, incredible shorebreak charges … and the winner hanging in the balance till the very last ride. Come with us on a trip through this amazing day as we take you into the heads of the riders and the heart of the lineup for the “Eddie’s” finest hour!

Quiksilver In The Newport Beach Film Festival

mramirez — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 19:35:13 +0000

It’s that time of year again… The Newport Beach Film Festival returns, and Quiksilver will have 2 videos featured in the Action Sports Film Series. Don’t miss Eddie’s Day on the big screen Friday, April 29th at 4PM. This is your chance to relive the the 25th Anniversary of The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau from December 2009. Sit back and relive all the moments that made that day so special. From Ramon Navarro’s Monster Drop, to Greg Long’s win, to all of the rides and good times that went down that day at Waimea Bay. After Eddie’s Day you can check out Moments, the free full length 2011 Quiksilver Surf Team Movie. You may have seen it online, but this will give you a rare opportunity to see it in the theater. Click here for more info on the 2011 Newport Beach Film Festival.

Can’t make it to the Newport Beach Film Festival? Click here to purchase the Eddie’s Day on DVD.

The Legend Of Eddie Aikau Feature

mramirez — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:59:01 +0000

The waiting period for The Quiksilver In Memory Of Eddie Aikau is over, but the stories and time to remember Eddie are far from over. Click here to check out Surfline’s latest feature, The Legend of Eddie Aikau.

The Quiksilver In Memory Of Eddie Aikau Waiting Period Ends 2/28

mramirez — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 01:25:24 +0000

THREE-MONTH HOLDING PERIOD FOR THE QUIKSILVER IN MEMORY OF EDDIE AIKAU, FUELED BY MONSTER ENERGY, ENDS MONDAY

The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau, fueled by Monster Energy, officially draws to a close on Monday, February 28, 2011. The event was poised to run on January 20 this year as thousands of spectators joined competitors at Waimea’s hallowed shoreline, but inconsistent 20-foot surf resulted in a “No Go”. That call drew overwhelming support of the event’s uncompromising standards. ‘The Eddie’ was last held in December of 2009. Since its inception in the winter of 1984/85, it has only been held eight times. We look forward to the official opening ceremony of the 27th annual Eddie on December 1, 2011.

Click here for the full story.

PHOTO: Jason Murray

Win A Signed Jersey And Poster From The Quiksilver In Memory Of Eddie Aikau

mramirez — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 23:03:48 +0000

As the waiting period for The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau is coming to a close, everyone is disappointed the competition didn’t run this year. But, we all remember when The Eddie went last year, and everything lined up for a great day of big wave surfing a Waimea Bay. And, it made it a little more special that it happened on the 25th Anniversary. Before we close the books on The Eddie this year, Surfline is giving away a signed jersey and poster from the 25th Anniversary of The Quiksilver In Memory Of Eddie Aikau. The prize is a poster and jersey, signed by the invitees and alternates, and framed. All you have to do is click here, enter your info, and you might win.

Giveaway ends 04/11/2011 at 2PM PST.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update – Snowboarding

mramirez — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 16:45:25 +0000

it’s Mark Healey’s final Weekly Waimea Update for the 2010/2011 waiting period. The North Shore waves are small, so Healey and some friends head over to Tahoe to get a snowboarding session in before it’s too late.

Looking Back At The Quiksilver In Memory Of Eddie Aikau

mramirez — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 22:42:34 +0000

As the end of the waiting period for The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau gets closer, Surfline put together a great retrospective piece on The History of The Eddie. Click here for the feature.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update – Paddle In At Jaws

mramirez — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 21:32:24 +0000

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update Number 11. This week, Mark and the boys travel to Maui for a massive paddle-in session at Jaws.

Eddie Update: 2-7-11

mramirez — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 16:50:15 +0000

Swell along the North Shore of Oahu has pulsed continuously over the past week ranging from six to 15 feet, predominately out of the WNW, and the majority of breaks have been firing. Monday, February 7, sees a solid pulse of building 12- to 15-foot, Hawaiian scale swell. This will gradually taper off through the week. After several weeks of above average winter surf, the jet stream shows a quietening phase ahead, possibly extending through mid-February, so nothing “Eddie”-sized on the immediate horizon. With three weeks remaining in the holding period, organizers will continue to monitor developing systems. Aloha!

For more info, photo’s and video, check out www.quiksilver.com/eddie.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update – Back To The Bay

mramirez — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 19:19:23 +0000

This week, Mark Healey takes us Back to the Bay for his Weekly Waimea Update. When Waimea isn’t breaking 20+ feet it’s called Pinball’s. A smaller, fun wave. But whether it’s a 4 to 5 foot Pinball’s wave, or 20 Foot Eddie wave, you need to be familiar with the spot, including what’s underneath the wave. Healey has first hand experience to tell you what you hit if you get deep enough at Waimea Bay.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update – Epic Pipe

mramirez — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:31:01 +0000

Mark Healey is still on the North Shore enjoying some one of the best winter waves in years. Check out another Epic Pipe session.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update – Ready for the Day

mramirez — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 19:29:47 +0000

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update Episode 8. It was a big day at Waimea Bay last Thursday, January 20th, but it wasn’t consistent enough to run The Eddie. With everyone thinking about surfing in the Eddie, Healey asks invitee’s and alternates what they go through preparing for the Competition.

Video From A No Go Day at Waimea Bay – January 20th, 2010

mramirez — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 01:35:46 +0000

A good swell arrived at Waimea Bay on January 20th, 2011. But George Downing, Contest Director of The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau, Fueled by Monster Energy, called a “NO GO” for competition, based upon the inconsistency of the swell. While there were definitely 20 to 25 foot waves sporadically throughout the morning, the consistency of those large waves was deemed to be insufficient to run the two rounds of competition. it was big, but not an Eddie day.

The thousands of people that lined the beach and highway still got a show as some of the world best big wave surfers paddled out and rode the big waves the swell delivered. Check out highlights from a “NO GO” day at Waimea Bay.

The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau Update – Competition Called Off Today

mramirez — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 18:29:15 +0000

George Downing, Contest Director of The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau, Fueled by Monster Energy, has called a “NO GO” for competition at Waimea Bay today, based upon the inconsistency of the swell. While there were definitely 20- to 25-foot waves sporadically throughout the morning, the consistency of those large waves was deemed to be insufficient to run the two rounds of competition. The event still has until February 28 to run.

“What we see in conditions like this is just one or two true ‘Eddie’ size waves in the period of a heat,” said Downing. “With seven surfers in the water per heat, that is not the kind of playing field we need for quality, fair competition.

“It’s very easy to get caught up in the excitement when those huge waves come through, and after all of the efforts of the crew and the spectators to get ready for this day. But what keeps this event the greatest big wave event in the world is never relaxing those standards. Eddie never did.

“We will continue to wait. The holding period runs through February 28 and we know that there is definite potential in the coming weeks for more extra large surf to arise. If that day comes, we will be ready to go again.

The 15,000-strong crowd that had gathered under moonlight since the very early hours of the morning understood the call and settled in for the day, regardless. With the world’s best big wave riders making the most of the opportunity to put some time in at Waimea, they will be treated to spectacular rides throughout the day, without question.

2002 Eddie winner and 10X world champion Kelly Slater was in firm agreement with the decision: “It’s a good call.” said Slater. “There are big waves out there, but there’s not that many of them. It’s not what we need.

Check out www.quiksilver.com/eddie for more news and updates throughout the waiting period.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update – Storm Watch

mramirez — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 20:33:49 +0000

Mark Healey talks to Pat Caldwell, Surf Forecaster in Hawaii, about the swell approaching Oahu. The swell will arrive Thursday, but will it hold up enough to run The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau?

The Mechanics Of Waimea Bay

mramirez — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 21:13:25 +0000

If you’ve been following the updates on the Eddie Website, you know The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau contest director, George Downing, is monitoring a swell on it’s way to Waimea Bay. So, maybe you’re asking yourself what exactly does that mean? And, what kind of swell will create the right conditions to run the competition? Thanks to Surfline you can get those questions answered. Click here to check out their feature “The Mechanics of Waimea Bay”.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update – Da Hui Backdoor Shootout

mramirez — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:37:40 +0000

Episode 6 of Mark healey’s Weekly Waimea Updates. The Backdoor Shootout on the North Shore comes to an end, and Mark Healey shares some highlights and thoughts on the surf.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update – Pipeline Action

mramirez — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 19:03:07 +0000

The 5th episode of Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Updates brings a nice west swell to the North Shore and Pipeline is firing. Check out the action, and some of the carnage, from some of the best surfers in the world at one of the best spots in the world.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update – Summer Fun

mramirez — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 02:21:14 +0000

Episode 4 of Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update. The weather on the North Shore is bad, the waves aren’t that good, so Healey shows us what he did during the summer.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update – Hike Mt Ka’ala

mramirez — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:10:57 +0000

This week, in Episode 3, Mark Healey takes you on a long hike to the highest peak on Oahu. Mt Ka’ala.

Weekly Waimea Update with Mark Healey – Spearfishing

mramirez — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:09:31 +0000

Episode 2 of Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Updates for The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau waiting period. In this episode, Mark Healey shows you one of the things he does when there’s no surf on the North Shore. This week, Healey goes spearfishing.

Weekly Waimea Update with Mark Healey – Inside the Circle

mramirez — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 21:28:09 +0000

Mark Healey gives insight into the Invitees that make up the competitors of this year’s Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau. Enjoy!

Video from the Opening Ceremony of The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau

mramirez — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 23:19:27 +0000

Click here to check out video from Opening Ceremony of The 2010 Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau Fueled by Monster Energy.

Photos from the Opening Ceremony of The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau

mramirez — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 06:28:53 +0000

Click here to check out photos from today’s Opening Ceremony of The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau Fueled by Monster Energy.

Todd Richards At The Opening Ceremony Of The Quiksilver In Memory Of Eddie Aikau

mramirez — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 05:42:19 +0000

Todd Richards is on the North Shore for the Opening Ceremony of The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau Fueled by Monster Energy. Today is always a big day for big wave surfing, the community of the North Shore, and most importantly the Aikau Family. Todd posted video updates all day long on Facebook. We’ll have plenty of video and photos from the Opening Ceremony soon. But for now, you can get a behind the scenes look at the event, plus interviews with Kelly Slater, Mark Healey, Greg and Rusty Long, and more. Click here to watch all the updates from today’s Opening Ceremony.

Also, don’t miss The Eddie when it runs. Sign up for text alerts at www.quiksilver.com/eddie.

The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau Invitees Announced

mramirez — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 00:32:34 +0000

The 2010/2010 Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau web site is officially live. Click here to check out the surfers invited to compete in this years competition, as well as the alternates, history of The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau, and a new 3D map that shows the layout of the island while sharing some local knowledge from Quiksilver surf team rider Mark Healey.

Eddie’s Day DVD

mramirez — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 15:18:36 +0000

Come with us on a trip through this amazing day as we take you into the heads of the riders and the heart of the lineup for the “Eddie’s” finest hour! DVD available October 2010…

Who Should Surf In The Eddie This Year? Vote Now!

mramirez — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:00:26 +0000

The 26th Quiksilver In Memory Of Eddie Aikau is coming, December 2nd 2010 through February 28th 2011. Now is the time to make your opinion count on which surfers should be invited to surf in The Eddie this year. Click here to choose your top 24 Invitees and Alternates. But hurry, voting ends August 31st.

Surfer Mag / Quiksilver Eddie Aikau Commemorative Issue

mramirez — Thu, 06 May 2010 17:22:41 +0000

Tuesday night Quiksilver and Surfer Magazine threw a party for the special commemorative issue of Surfer that featured the two days of the Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau. There was a great mix of industry heads and professional surfers alike. The party was at the Shorebreak Hotel in Huntington Beach and it was packed. There was a ton of great memorabilia from the event as well. Pete Mel’s gun that he rode at the Eddie and a contest jersey signed by the contestants were among the highlights. The party lasted into the wee hours of the night. After thoroughly reading the mag, I can say it one of the best issues I have ever seen. Go out to your local news stand and pick one up today. You won’t be disappointed.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update #7

jtierney — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:14:13 +0000

In the final instalment of the season, Healey gives his Top 5 moments from the 2009 Quiksilver Big Wave Invitational in Memory of Eddie Aikau.

Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update #5 – Tiger Sharks Upclose

jtierney — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:01:32 +0000

Surfing’s ultimate madman Mark Healey gets up close and personal with a Tiger shark in Hawaii.

Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update #3

jtierney — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:28:41 +0000

Healey shows us how he trains for big wave surfing.

Todcast Tuesday – Todd Goes to Hawaii for the Eddie

jtierney — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 04:23:05 +0000

Todcast Tuesday is on island time this week, making this a Todcast Friday. Check out Todd’s adventures in Hawaii during last week’s Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau event.

Mark Healey’s Weekly Waimea Update #2

jtierney — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 18:09:40 +0000

Just because the Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau ran last week doesn’t mean that Mark Healey has stopped his weekly reports from Waimea. Check out his recap of the event and his latest spear fishing adventure.

Highlights of the 2009 Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau

jtierney — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:13:34 +0000

Check out this new highlight video featuring Mike Prickett shot water footage from the epic 2009 Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau event. More at www.quiksilver.com/eddie

More Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau Coverage on Surfline

mramirez — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:43:09 +0000

Surfline posted some more of their coverage of The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau this past Tuesday. Get comfortable and click here to check it out.

FUEL TV to air “The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau” Friday, December 11

mramirez — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 18:22:32 +0000

FUEL TV Airs “The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau, fueled by Monster Energy” starting Friday, December 11, 2009 at 6:30pm PT / 9:30pm ET.

Massive waves at “The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau, fueled by Monster Energy” brought out former contest winners Kelly Slater, Bruce Irons, Keone Downing, Ross Clarke-Jones and 60-year-old Clyde Aikau, as well as big-wave vets Garrett McNamara, Shane Dorian, Andy Irons, Peter Mel, Michael Ho, Greg Long, Sunny Garcia, and Grant “Twiggy” Baker. The world’s best hit the huge surf at Waimea Bay on the North Shore of Oahu going for the $98,000 purse at this, the 25th Anniversary event. Held in honor of the legendary Hawaiian waterman, Eddie Aikau, The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau is the world’s longest running and most prestigious big-wave invitational.

Watch all the drama unfold through the contest as surfers post higher and higher scores, coming to conclusion with a dramatic finale as underdog Greg Long comes out of nowhere and steals the win from 9-time World Champ Kelly Slater.

The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau Air Dates:
Friday, 12/11/09                     9:30pm ET / 6:30pm PT
Friday, 12/11/09                     12:30am ET / 9:30pm PT
Saturday, 12/12/09                 10:00am ET / 7:00am PT
Saturday, 12/12/09                 3:00pm ET / 12:00pm PT
Sunday, 12/13/09                   10:00am ET / 7:00am PT
Sunday, 12/13/09                   7:00pm ET / 4:00pm PT
Monday, 12/14/09                  12:00pm ET / 9:00am PT
Tuesday, 12/15/09                  6:00pm ET / 3:00pm PT

PHOTOS: PAULO DIAS

Greg Long Comes From Behind to Win The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau Fueled by Monster Energy

jtierney — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 02:20:18 +0000

Greg Long has just won his first ever Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau in incredbily dramatic fashion. The San Clemente, CA big wave surfer charged massive bombs that poured through the Waimea lineup the final heat and used all four of his final scoring waves, including a perfect 100 on by far the biggest wave of the day, to come from way behind to move past Kelly Slater. Chilean psycho Ramon Navarro also scored a perfect ride and won the Monster Drop Award, by making an incredible air drop backside and riding to the beach.

The awards ceremony is about to being. Stay tuned from much more from Waimea Bay.

Thrills and Spills at The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau

jtierney — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 01:00:34 +0000

Kelly Slater has taken a commanding lead at The Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau as competition nears a close at Waimea Bay. Under blue skies and light offshore wind, the world best big waves surfers have been charging like absolute madmen. In 2004, only Bruce Irons braved the murderous Waimea shorebreak, this year Kelly Slater, Jamie O’Brien and Andy Irons have done it again and again. Mark Healey went left and Local Kohl Christenson just took the worst wipeout since Flea’s epic freefall and epic 20 to 30 foot surf continues to roar into the Bay.

Watch all the live webcast on www.quiksilver/eddie and check out the photo highlights and heats on demand.