Jamie O’Brien showed up a bit tardy to the recent connection of the brimming Waimea River on the island of Oʻahu and conveniently missed the shovel session but he’s got heaps of credit built up over the years and was graciously invited to join the lineup. This standing wave is as turbulent as it is temporary and incredibly fun while it lasts. What a way to spend a day:

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