Given that Hawaii is the birthplace of surfing, it’s only natural that some of the world’s greatest surfers return to their roots and surf Pipeline for the winter. Pipeline is a legendary reef break with dangerous, yet desirable barreling waves in the world. As a result of the shallow waters, the consequences of falling are dire.
Given that Hawaii is the birthplace of surfing, it’s only natural that some of the world’s greatest surfers return to their roots and surf Pipeline for the winter. Pipeline is a legendary reef break with dangerous, yet desirable barreling waves in the world. As a result of the shallow waters, the consequences of falling are dire.
Nevertheless, the risk-to-reward ratio is too great for the likes of pro surfers. As a result, some of the best waves come from one contest run by Oakley, with the winners of each month earning the bragging rights to surfing the “Wave of the Winter”. Take a look below at this season’s results, for a new angle on a barreling wave.