The biggest Billabong XXL ever?
There is no doubt this has been one of the best surf seasons in decades, but in the short history of the Billabong XXL I would have to say this is THE best season for judging big waves. I can’t wait to see some of the finalists! Every year the Billbong XXL has a panel [...]
Paddle power is back!
I got a call from a friend of mine today from the North Shore of Oahu. He was standing on a 3-story beach house where he was doing construction. There were a few guys surfing a well known tow-in spot in front of him and he was giving me the play by play. ”One of [...]
Billabong XXL update
Looks like they have been getting some great waves down in Africa for the XXL. I see the usual suspects charging Dungeons including Grant Baker and Andrew Marr. I really like this image and want to compliment Kimi Stewart for capturing this moment. Check out how the shot is pulled back and includes the jet [...]
Billabong XXL – my picks
So I sat down this beautiful Easter weekend and watched the videos/photos of the Billabong XXL. Although we didn’t get many XXL entries on this side of the planet (except for Mavericks), there were some whoppers to be had elsewhere- namely Tasmania and South Africa. So here are my picks with a brief explanation: Ride [...]
