HOW WE SURVIVE SURFING 50FT WAIMEA BAY, BIGGEST SWELL OF THE SEASON!

The waves get massive here in Hawaii with what is for sure the biggest swell this season. A lot of people went to Jaws but I decided to stay here and surf Waimea bay with ‪@JJF‬ and ‪@eli_olson‬ In this video i'll explain how we are able to survive surfing massive waves!
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[@RobbieMcFarland-se1lc]

My favourite part of your videos is that even though I'm at home in Canada in wintertime, for at least a few minutes I feel like I'm in Hawaii. Keep it rolling

[@mikebranch7928]

Its crazy that there are that many people who are keen to paddle out in 30 ft surf that it can be dangerously crowded.

[@samw2768]

It's 50 foot that's what Koa said. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 more like 15 to 25 not no damn 50 foot. This kid is a kook

[@mikebranch7928]

@@samw2768 Ye at start of video I assumed there would be 50 foot and started typing my comment but then by the end I was like wtf and had to edit my comment.

[@Golfprojosh]

The JJ cut off by Koa(not on purpose) without context is funny. The Nate/Koa podcast story gets better and the idea JJ is messing around getting close to Koa is amazing. Appreciate all of your content, gracias!

[@danrodrigues3531]

Do an episode talking about the lifeguards at these spots. Those guys are studs of the ocean and I have nothing but respect for those guys. It's definitely not Baywatch bullshit that they do, they are legit.

[@ryanlowe988]

Yes a wassel interview would be amazing 🤗✊🏼

[@hibrent]

i second that

[@babijii]

This would be awesome to have on the podcast. Interviews with lifeguards

[@fredericschilling6416]

Those lifeguards are great people. Doing good for the right reason in the most beautiful place on earth, North Shore Oahu. 😊

[@hawaiianseaturtle009]

Nah Koa ain’t gonna give the lifeguards any spotlight on his channel 😂 he selfish af

[@lopaka173]

Some of the waves looked like the LA Freeway…. Keep the energy going Koa… you’re a great spokesman

[@fredericschilling6416]

Paddle in at big Waimea takes courage . (Done that w/o vest, like the explanation of the vest though) Kudos to all ya’ll. Especially like the idea of interviewing the men maybe some women who are the first responders of Waimea and Ehukai Beach Park ( Pipe). I never saw a woman life guard at either break when it’s big. I assume there some now. It’s 45 years since I dropped in at either break. 70 year old Florida long boarder now. Made here stayed here. Thanks for your work. I relive the best days of my life through you. 😊

[@tomw2687]

Damn Koa, you were the deepest on all your waves you took off on!! You have balls of steel Brahdah!!! Great video as always. Keep up the great videos!! Look forward to watching them weekly. 👍 🏄‍♂️ 🌊 😊

[@greenswampgas286]

There are not enough ways to tell the gratitude, I have, getting to watch you carve. From the bottom of my heart, Mahalo. I'll pray daily for your enjoyment, skill and safety.

[@DrRockso0]

First podcast guests should be some of those lifeguards and jet ski rescue people. They must have some great stories about dumb tourists.

[@DrRockso0]

I worked in Yellowstone for 2 years. Same kind of dumb tourist nonsense. No you can’t pet the buffalo!

[@goldeneagle3100]

Nate and Koa Podcast = "Talk Story"

[@loyddisaac1280]

You should call the Podcast "2 Bears 1 Wave "

[@Thorniepanda]

Yes! 😂😂😂

[@Dylanbraaaa]

Dude absolutely chaos . Must be so sketchy to worry about ur drop in but to also worry about other 10ft boards not slamming onto your head

[@djmessina410]

would love a maybe short video/video segment on which wax you prefer and why...just would be interesting to see your opinions on that!

[@tommymartin4827]

Nice cut with the lifeguard on the megaphone 📣. I've been there one time. Walking to the beach you could hear them saying " This is not a man made water park lady's and gentlemen if you do not know what your doing do not go in the water....Extreme conditions today we have saved a number of people today don't be the next victim!""

[@OIBBRIAN]

You already have the perfect name for it. Everyone wishes they were livin like y’all so it only makes since that this is livin works

[@grahamjarman]

great episode here

[@maxkelter3561]

Nice environment - beach action always. Timing and positioning the big special bombs are always challenging how to read them. Glad it was a good session.

[@samdaurua]

Can you get some of the amazing life guards on, I'm sure.thwy have some wild stories of rescues etc.

[@sergiomozdzenskijr.9246]

That was great Waimea session, Koa! You nail it. Congrats 🤙🏼

[@chislands]

Koa hitting da waves deep. Props

[@sferguson1130]

Great edit. 25 ft party waves never get old. So crazy, to watch that outro recap, and see how far your progression has come, being comfortable in front of the camera, from the early days. 🤙

[@rideordietheyretring2tranx382]

"2023, its possible" quote of the year

[@kevinrice4887]

5 or 6 dropping in on every wave,cop one in the jaw back in my day....

[@gregstewart3126]

The ending with sunset & waves is right on point...good job cameraman ,,keep it coming...

[@justinm5972]

AQUALUNG! Should have pic of Ron Burgundy on the front of it. Epic vid as always love it!

[@SkipAd_Vegas]

then lunch at the Grass Skirt Grill. Aloha Nui Ohana.

[@RkJ0809]

Love the videos, Koa. Wish I could subscribe twice! Appreciate you talking in depth about the things that us Florida boys always wondered about but never experienced.

[@DrRockso0]

Mick the big wave legend

[@jenniferc925]

Wow looks like you were taking off really deep....my god huge waves...looked like there was some close outs too...... that takes skill and guts!!!!!

[@in_10z]

All of a sudden, hundreds of beached tourists and KZbin fans are on the hunt for the missing Koa-Go-Pro. Stay tuned next week to see if any treasures were found (movie voice).

[@bigrysoul]

hey koa. just subscribed. really like the honesty about life. great work man

[@fijigreen69]

Bula Vinaka. It’d be cool to hear you tell about the dropping in protocol or pecking order there. Seems you gang are pretty okay with party waving it eh. Vinaka P.s… little float with your name on it for the GoPro bro…. next time ;)

[@Seadog22-]

Big surf good watching that bring on more great filming jack 🤟

[@brandonmcdonald6836]

Koa you're an inspiration do you think I could get a surfboard?

[@mikem1613]

Koa you are f%^^$# gangsta on the surf! Keep the stoke young blood!

[@jonjohnson2013]

You should design a board with the flames sideways.

[@TruthIsNot4Sale]

Thanx for that content another amazing day on the north shore!

[@mathewoliver3826]

Just subscribed...Can't believe I've been missing this

[@Alexxx1994]

Rvca, billabong where y’all at? Sponser this man

[@arottie4097]

W0W!

[@hman7236]

Sunburn, Coconuts and Rum Yes

[@windsurfpachon]

What kind of glass is that? I’m wondering why you always use that

[@YNDog]

You guys should have a the OG crew on the podcast 🤙🏾

[@thomaslewisburridge5863]

Ross Clark jones = BADASS

[@Edivision]

Get Ross Clarke Jones on your podcast to chat about big wave surfing. OMG, just after I typed that he turned up in this episode - trippy.

[@wcc1212]

Four fin set up I see on those big boards.

[@smelltheglove2038]

Looks like you have to take the giant ones or you get swamped by all the johnny come latelys.

[@recoilgamers7182]

Did you get a wave where you werent dropped in on?

[@pincus1979]

I really enjoy your channel. I surf in LA at Manhattan Beach (El Porto) but I live in Pasadena. So getting out to the beaches can be a little more challenging since it’s 30 miles+…so I do get in a few times every month or so…coming to your channel and getting surf tips, and just all things surfing-related is cool. thank you for all that you’re doing🤙

[@thefilthygringo9228]

Where is the link to the pod cast????

[@AndrewCooperr]

Why is it that there’s like 5 people on most waves at Waimea? Is that like tradition? Or is it just al free for all out there? Genuinely asking!

[@chuckbaker8413]

Kick ass Koa..!!💪

[@scottmoore8436]

So Gnar !!!

[@LilleyAdam]

Who was the Australian guy at 3min?

[@tonybeatbutcher]

Next winter come to France when its big

[@kaskahea1274]

Hui! Please use your platform to educate visitors to ho'olohe ana, to listen & respect Ocean Safety water patrol. Signs and caution tapes are there for a reason on the North Shore during this season. MAHALO! 🙏🏽

[@kawikadee9670]

How are you going to practice the moves like Kai Lenny if all the drop in masters are there.

[@rdeezer9845]

[@OD99C]

I feel like I need that co2 vest on 8ft days now, guess getting old sucks.

[@johnwade5024]

The only person taking off deeper than you was JJ.

[@inobi30]

Dropping in at Waimea, seems tolerated. Maybe because it really is only a drop.

[@bensimpson1049]

Name the podcast daily rail

[@gn4rgoyle]

"not that many people out there"

[@glennwirth7334]

Fifty right

[@ironic3980]

Hahahaha 50ft eh 🤣🤣🤣

[@kimhunter1169]

50ft?

[@caseychase5359]

Doesn't look like 50ft to me!! @10:25 it looks like 20ft!! 25ft max

[@Stevemartian4321]

Try the facial hair and grown out hair scruffy darker look on car and confidence my friend

[@behonestwithyourself3718]

Crazy the guys used to surf those waves with no leashes or floatation. No jet skis either. Couldn't imagine being out there and having to swim back. Insane.

[@Jesterian]

Yeah people died. I don't know if any wave is worth your life. Maybe if you're a single guy with no one who cares about you. But imagine putting your family and friends through losing you just to get a wave.

[@robertgregory8936]

Greg Noll

[@robertgregory8936]

Greg Noll

[@jbean8493]

50 ft?

[@Blakecartersfs]

As a former lifeguard, the fact there are dudes who actually guard these parts of the ocean, and the people who surf them, is truly a higher calling. They have to guard their own life as much as the lives of others. Real stuff

[@dianavanderclute4322]

I love that surfers are named/labeled so you can spot who it is. It's awesome that you give props to the surfers as well.

[@dawna4185]

same!

[@jordansurfs]

Loving the cinematic shots at the end Jack! Well done boys, great vid🤝🏾

[@dianavanderclute4322]

Love the balance of all in these videos. Loved the explanation of new vest and ankle strap release, the waves, music and jacks great filming!!! Just wish videos were longer.

[@wcc1212]

Man, you had some great waves. It looked like you took off deeper than anyone else on most of them too. Respect.

[@mjay6508]

Yep guts effort.... was taking off on the inside every wave....

[@nealworks5269]

Ditch the girl who said that she would break her nails.. trouble

[@someblokecalleddave1]

Koa's the best, just love his delivery style, he doesn't dress anything up - it's just straight talking, telling it like it is. Seems like a really good bloke.

[@Joel-McConnell]

How come the deepest guy rule doesn't seem to apply at Waimea? You were almost always the deepest guy. I surfed there a few times when I lived in Hawaii in the eighties, not quite that big though. lol! Same thing back then, everyone just charging and taking off no matter how many guys on a wave! Rocky Point was also my favorite break! 🤙

[@A-FrameWedge]

Probably because Waimea is all about the drop and not much else after that.

[@panama_juan]

I think it's one wave that's the exception to the rule, because you always see everyone dropping in on each other at the Eddie lol. Looks like complete chaos. Good on ya for getting out there, that looks terrifying. My limit is like a 1/4 of that size haha.

[@jzen1455]

It's one of those spots where every wave is a party wave. The wave peaks in a narrow area, which causes the lineup to be clustered in a small crowded area. The drop is somewhat steep and heavy, but it breaks slowly and mushily and almost never closes out, so each wave can accommodate many riders at once.

[@Joel-McConnell]

@@jzen1455 that would be cool in 4ft. surf as you describe it but not 40ft! lol! Waves are way too crowded these days as it is, glad I had my time when it was less so.....

[@WidlyScuds]

i used to be an undercover cop in LA and i was put on this assignment to infiltrate a small group of bank robbers who would wear ex president halloween masks. They happen to be surfers as well. it was crazy dude.

[@alljets4]

Thank you for allowing Lydia to make an appearance in the vlog. Makes my day.

[@wishicouldshowmyname5815]

Hope you and Nate are making coin with your channels! You deserve it. I enjoy the personal, living vicariously through you guys. God speed.

[@AX1A]

Most authentic surf content online - Great work

[@adambane1719]

"Authentic" ? ? ....... Hahahahahahahaha....

[@davidcarmona4362]

my favorite surf blog by far . this young man is so talented and humble despite his status in HI. Keep livin it up bro !

[@SasoCasablanca63]

I agree, all these friends, Koa, Nate, Eli, John John (arguably the best surfer on the planet) are so incredibly humble and just soooo easy to root for and like. They bring me a lot of joy when watching from a far.

[@psenick]

@@SasoCasablanca63 with you on all of that! 👍👌

[@samw2768]

Talented? He sucks ! Only good at going straight. His turns are weak as fuck and has zero air game. No he sucks and is nothing special

[@PaulJ_81]

Btw, what is his “status”?

[@AlphaDonMega]

@@PaulJ_81 Bicurious

[@diverdave4056]

well at least the safety vest was red instead of black - making it easier to see someone surfing and to find them fast in a wipe out .... BUT perhaps fluorescent Orange with reflective tape like the road construction workers ware ? a mere 1000th of a second with finding you faster in a wipe out ,could mean life or death if a jet ski can't find you fast enough...

[@firstgear8022]

I don't know if I'm more jealous of your status for your ability to go surfinh or your ability to get hot ass tail. jeezus bruh

[@fredericschilling6416]

Kinda wish he’d be a little more inclusive with his girlfriend. I have experience with surfing Waimea as well. Overall I really enjoy his surfing experiences. Keep it up K, just want to hear from your girl.

[@bfilbey]

Hey Koa , this is Marcel's Godfather. Please put Jack's face on screen. So grateful for the video memories of my best friend. Hope to connect in a couple weeks. Best luck for the Eddie.

[@vincentbetts1525]

How dumb is that cop saying you’re not special. 😂 only couple surfers out of the 100,000 people getting in the water! Lol 🏄🏽🌊

[@josmith2062]

Dude taking on biggest waves on North Shore. Chick: 'Oh no I broke a nail' 🤣😂

[@charm2800]

how do you guys not run into each other on the waves, seems like some are careful but others are not, so much more crowded than 30 years or so ago

[@Tjgraham125]

Crazy some guy chose to drop in on John John … fool…. Lol didn’t realize that was koa that did that.

[@HoStevie]

*If you pull four your day is probably over 💀*

[@bobturner3388]

I've bever surfed before but always respected the athleticism, danger and beauty all mixed in one! Great job guys loving your videos while holding down the snow up here in the USA Massachusetts!

[@AX1A]

@8:15 heroic & respectful ditch for a brother

[@jasonsmith7518]

Awesome waves. Your podcast with Nate is excellent!

[@wcc1212]

They crush it.

[@42papyrus]

Topic for next podcast - What will it take for helmets be just as 'must have' as the Co2 vests?

[@curious5854]

Phew! Fantastic 19:29 😊fly on wall view. Glad to see that your girlfriends nails are ok!!

[@northyland1157]

Why don't I ever see women surfing the big waves on these videos?

[@paulkopy3766]

"Nowhere is safe on The North Shore Today"...Another great episode, awesome song during the session, and John definitely got close to you on purpose HAHAAHAA!!!!! Koa/Nate/Coldsteel Knives colab, This Is Living Throwing Machetes?!?!?! Keep up the great surfing, filming and editing...

[@solomon6082]

8:17 the beat drop, that was sick

[@tmomps3723]

What’s the song name?

[@solomon6082]

Baptized and buried