The 34th Annual North Shore Menehune Surf Contest

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Category: Hawaii Womens, Girls Surfing

Published on 26 October 2010

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As winter begins on the north shore there is one sporting event everyone starts looking forward to; the surf season. During the winter months the north shore becomes an international haven for surf junkies; whether it's professionals or camera toting spectators. Beaches become packed with not just the average beach goer, but also lines of photographers with their high power camera's and telephoto lenses, and line ups in the water that seem endless as dozens compete for waves and the chance to show off their skills. Trying to get anywhere by car or bus becomes an endless traffic jam as people cross the roads and drivers slow down for the views. Yet even in the chaos there is tranquility, and the north shore takes on a new beauty with the change in the season.

While there are several events held for professional surfers, there are few events held for young children. Last weekend the Friends of Ali'i Beach held the finale of a two weekend event for, The 34th Annual Menehune Surf Contest. Competitors ranged in age from 4 to 12 years old. It was the perfect weekend to start the surf season. Offshore winds helped generate some descent sized waves and the weather was hot and sunny which made it a great event for the whole family. It was also great to see so many young surfers getting recognition from the surfing community. This event gives children the chance to show off their skills, not just to their peers, but also to potential sponsors and other surfers; young or old. When you see them out there doing maneuvers that big name and popular surfers are doing, it's exciting and really shows where the sport is headed.

For stats from this year's event go to: http://northshoremenehunesurfcontest.com/