Carlos gets invite to legendary big wave event - “The Eddie”

The entrance list for ‘The Eddie’ Big Wave Invitational was announced a few days ago and we’re stoked to see that Carlos has been invited to the exclusive event yet again, along side top big wave surfers such as Ross Clarke - Jones, Kelly Slater, Bruce Irons and Greg Long.

Here’s some background on the The Eddie:

Big Wave Invitational in Memory of Eddie Aikau

Held at Waimea bay, on the North shore of Ohau, the event is dedicated to legendary lifeguard and surfer Eddie Aikau who was lost at sea in 1978 after paddling to get help during a canoe voyage gone wrong.

The event has only been held seven times in the past 22 years, the last being in 2004. If the waves at Waimea do not reach at least 20ft Hawaiian, it is postponed until the next year. The waiting period is from December 1st - February 28th, giving the best chance of great conditions.

24 of the most respected big wave chargers are chosen from amongst their peers to compete, as a result the event is highly exclusive. Most importantly no jet skis to tow in or to navigate Waimea. Its paddle or nothing to really put these guys to the test. The past contests have lived up to the legendary status, with savage wipeouts and 30ft waves ridden.

This year is the 25th Anniversary of the event, and there’s high hopes for swell, with September and October showing some great conditions on the North Shore for the early season. Speaking to Carlos - he’s excited to be invited and is fingers crossed for epic conditions!

Watch this space. We’ll be following closely and let you know when it goes live, with updates on our man in Hawaii.

This entry was posted on Monday, November 23rd, 2009 at 1:23 pm and is filed under General.