A big day of competition witnessed multiple moods of Pipeline with moments of magic to keep things exciting on Super Bowl Sunday.
After four days of no competition to start the Volcom Pipe Pro event window, a few surprises were in store to start things off.
The 19-year-old overcame three former Sunset victors in dominant fashion to earn his first-ever QS title.
The iconic North Shore wave showed its teeth and competitors rose to the challenge in immaculate form.
The first stages of this year's Sunset Open are off and running with building swell that looks like a precursor to classic conditions.
One of the most prestigious Qualifying Series (QS) events on tour is back January 29 - February 10 at Pipeline.
Bryan defends her title and Kanazawa steals the victory in dramatic fashion.
Defending event champion Billy Kemper and regional standouts looking to hunt down Sunset Open QS 1,000, Pro Junior titles.
Medina stole the show at Pipe Masters, but he was not the only one to shine.
Why, after 35 years, this is still the trophy every surfer wants to own (next to a World Title).
... but points, raw passion and Pipe pedigree all point to him winning.
Waves absolutely pump and paint an incredible picture for a dramatic finals day at Sunset.
Faced with doubts on his big wave abilities, the catlike Brazilian surfer has the raw ability and desire to prove he's capable.
Upsets and Qualification Hopes Aplenty for Day 3
Josh Moniz's 9.83 stole the show, Kemper on a roll from Pe'ahi to Sunset
Putting in a gritty, historic performance, Billy Kemper has captured his third Jaws Challenge title in four years.
The Jaws crew breaks down the unforgettable northwest swell that hammered Pe'ahi.
Your one stop swell report heading into the Vans World Cup, Beachwaver Maui Pro and Jaws Challenge in Hawaii.
Big Wave World Champ Billy Kemper scores perfect 10
A massive swell is forecast for the start of the holding window