As the action on the North Shore of Oahu continues to heat up, Pipeline remains a constant source of excitement, with surfers carving through massive waves and earning attention from all corners of the surfing world. In the wake of the World Surf League’s closure of the Pipe Pro, the region has maintained an unparalleled energy, with surfers catching incredible waves almost continuously, captured from every angle—beachside photographers, water cameras, drones overhead, and even iPhone shots from lifeguard towers offering stunning visuals.
One of the most memorable moments came on Saturday when Harry Bryant took on a massive Pipeline wave, recorded by lifeguard Dave Wassel. The clip, shot entirely on iPhone, might just be one of the best wave shots ever captured on the device. Among the local Hawaiian crew—Barron Mamiya, Lucas Godfrey, Kala Grace, Makai McNamara, and the Florence brothers—Harry Bryant has been a standout for his impressive connection with the North Shore’s waves. His fearless style and exceptional tube-riding skills make his rides thrilling to watch. When Bryant drops in on a bomb, you’d better keep your eyes peeled—he’s likely to emerge from the barrel with the wave’s explosive spit.
Noah Beschen has also been delivering memorable moments at Pipeline. Known for his bold moves and fluid style, Noah has made his mark with stunning rides, including one from last week where he vanished deep inside the barrel, only to reappear moments later. His skill at reading and riding these waves makes him a standout, and it will be fascinating to see how he, along with Harry Bryant and the rest of the Natural Selection crew, fares at a mysterious wave spot in Micronesia—a topic we’ll dive into in upcoming coverage.
English surfer Lukas Skinner has also been making waves at Pipeline. His standout performance, including a ride that earned praise from none other than Kelly Slater, has cemented his place among the top surfers to watch. The “wave of a lifetime” comment from Slater certainly speaks to the quality of Skinner’s performance, and it’s clear that the young surfer is one to keep an eye on as the winter season progresses.
One of the most jaw-dropping waves of the past week came from Shion Crawford, who surfed a Backdoor barrel captured by drone pilot Tucker Wooding. The shot, which may just be the wave of the day—and potentially even the wave of the winter—is a testament to Crawford’s growing talent and Wooding’s ability to capture surfing’s most dramatic moments. While Tucker admitted to missing some shots while trying to film from difficult angles, his shot of Crawford makes it all worthwhile.
Lastly, the Florence brothers, John and Ivan, have been staying busy at home, adding to their legendary status on the North Shore. John, in particular, seems happy to be back in Hawaii, where the waves are consistent and rewarding, a far cry from his lackluster experience at the Abu Dhabi event. As usual, Hawaii has proven to be the ideal stage for the Florence brothers to showcase their unmatched skills.
With more swell on the way, expect even more thrilling moments from Pipeline’s surfers in the weeks ahead.