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And so the morning of day six at the 2012 AWT Maui Makani Classic commenced with the quarter finals of the women’s single elimination. The swell was fantastic, with more logo to mast high sets rolling in, super clean and consistent winds about 20 to 25 knots. The first heat saw Sarah Delaunay of New Caladonia pick off some of the biggest sets of the morning and edge ahead of Ingrid Larouche in second. Tiffany Ward suffered a sail-board separation and unfortunately, after some solid rides, she was stuck swimming by the rocks.
Heat 2 saw last year’s winner Junko Nagoshi shredding as usual and proving how she could  … Pictures and more
There was another incredible day of action at Ho’okipa Beach Park for day five of the AWT Maui Makani Classic! Yesterday saw a full round of Youth run and the start of the masters and amateurs. With sixty competitors in the amateurs and a full contingent in the Youth and Masters, the AWT team and judges had to get their skates on early to try hammer out as many heats as possible.
Great news for the non-pros in that the conditions were still firing, with some logo high sets and stronger, consistent winds to play with. This meant the guys and girls could all showcase their talents and prove that it’s not just the professionals who can have fun and make this beach look good  … Pictures and more
In episode 1, part 2 of Life, professional skateboarder Paul Rodriguez continues the tour of his family ranch in Orange Cove, California, exposing childhood memories and hearing first hand his important decision to choose family first when his grandmother becomes ill, even if it means missing the Tampa Pro. Paul also shows off why he’s a true professional always working hard to perfect his craft during a session at the local Orange Cove Skate Park.