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One of the big wave events held at Waimea is The Quiksilver Big Wave Invitational in Memory of Eddie Aikau (aka The Eddie). You've seen those classic bumper stickers and t-shirts that read "Eddie Would Go." |
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They're referring to Eddie Aikau, a legendary Hawaiian big-wave surfer who in 1968 became the first lifeguard hired for the challenging beaches of the North Shore. Eddie was commended for having made many daring rescues during that time. |
