In Round 1 at the Pe'ahi Challenge, epic conditions make an immediate statement when two of the surfers to attempt the drop and get pummeled. Watch the jaw-dropping wipeouts as Carlos Burle (BRA) and Dave Wassel (HAW) paddle in.
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Surfline lead forecaster Kevin Wallis on the Pe'ahi forecast, which could see waves from 40 to 60 feet.
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In Round 1 at the Pe'ahi Challenge, epic conditions make an immediate statement when two of the surfers to attempt the drop and get pummeled. Watch the jaw-dropping wipeouts as Carlos Burle (BRA) and Dave Wassel (HAW) paddle in.
Surfline lead forecaster Kevin Wallis on the Pe'ahi forecast, which could see waves from 40 to 60 feet.
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