In 2007 I went to the Quicksilver Eddie Aikau surf contest opening ceremonies. I think being at the ceremony is even cooler than seeing the contest.
There is no place else on Earth that you can be around so many pro surfers. The contest is held at Waimea Bay Beach Park and is open to everyone. Before the ceremonies start you can mingle and talk with the pros. Then when the ceremony starts all the invited surfers and their alternates grab their boards and get in a big half circle.
The ohana of Eddie is there to talk and thank everyone for coming. When the ceremony ends, there is the traditional paddle out. The paddle out is also open to anyone who dares to brave the surf of Waimea.
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