“If it wasn’t for the waves in Town, I probably wouldn’t surf the way I do today. It’s a perfect place for a kid to grow up surfing, because in Town, we get waves for every level of surfing,” says 21-year-old Josh Moniz, sharpening his air repertoire at one of his favorite breaks. “Kewalos is one of my favorite waves because almost every wave offers the same opportunity: it helps me try new tricks and combos.” Photo: Tony Heff
Known as the Pipeline of the South Shore, Ala Moana Bowls barrels when a strong south/southwest swell strikes the reef. Though there has yet to be a swell large enough this season for action behind the curtain, Randall Paulson reminds us of how good Bowls can truly get. Photo: Tony Heff
Alyssa Wooten Photo: Tony Heff
Toots Sequence: Tony Heff
Although most summer Town sessions involve paddling out into crowded lineups, there are a few uncrowded gems to be found if you’re willing to get creative. Noa Mizuno finds his own slice of paradise somewhere on the South Shore of Oahu. Photo: Tony Heff