Video: Teahupo’o Was Too Big For the Tahiti Pro Trials

This past weekend, the world's best surfers descended on Teahupo'o for the Tahiti Pro. Everything was looking good: Solid weather, decently-sized waves, etc... However, when the designated day dawned, it became clear that the "decently-sized" waves were actually massive death-barrels.

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The event was delayed, precipitating one of the biggest and best free-surf sessions in recent history. It was massive and scary, but who better to take it on than the world's best professional surfers?

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Zack Skovron
Zack Skovron
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Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, now living in Jackson, WY. I’m an avid skier, biker, hiker, climber, and fisherman. Outside of sports, my major interests focus on public policy surrounding land use and energy systems.
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