Join the HIO group on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.com/hiohawaii for all of the updates and on the event. Every night the HIO website will be updated to which division may tentatively running the next day. Divisions to run all determined by the surfing conditions which each days official call will be made by 7:00 am. So check the web before you drive down to find out what's going down. Or on you drive down call the hotline (808) 637-2544 for more updates.
The 40th Annual Haleiwa International Open would not be possible without the support of our gracious sponsors Surf N Sea, JPSA, Matsumoto's Shave Ice and Vitamin Water!
Surf N Sea has been the main supporter of the Haleiwa International Open for over a decade! We are located right on the beach in Haleiwa. We are the starting point of the "7 Mile Miracle", seven miles of the best surfing beaches in the world. Since the North Shore is our 'backyard' we know all the ins and outs of surfing the world famous beaches here. We offer surfing lessons, surf tours, surfboard rentals, sales & repairs. Your one-stop shop for the novice to the professional.
JPSA is the backbone of Japanese Professional Surfing. The Japan Professional Surfing Association is the main domestic professional surfing organization. Their support for this event is tremendous and goes back to day one. The camaraderie between the local families hosting the returning Japanese surfers is so special! Ohana.
Matsumoto's Shave Ice has also been a huge supporter of the Haleiwa International Open. Be sure to stop by Matsumoto's Store and celebrate their 60th Anniversary! Cool off with a shave ice, pick up a t-shirt for a friend and some snacks to send over seas. Congratulations!
Vitamin Water is the drink of choice for the Haleiwa International Open. Enjoy each one of our 15 different vitamin combinations and flavors. Hydration for every occasion- morning, noon, night. Power-c, XXX, Revive, Focus, Essential, Formula 50, Defense, Energy, Multi-v, B-relaxed, Rescue, Endurance, Balance, Sync and Tranquilo.
Clark Takashima is a Painter, Muralist, and Sculptor, born in Hawaii on May 28th, 1963. While Clark is well versed in a multitude of subject matters, surf art is his passion. Through 25+ years of surfing experiences, he captures the essence of being there in that magical moment. His surf art portrays the full spectrum of the surf lifestyle, depicting views of the waves in and out of the water. He believes in using his talents to remind us of how beautiful and precious our earth is and actively supports the blue-green movement.
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Sun, December 27, 2009 2:07 AM
Dec. 26, 2009
Check out the new PHOTOS page.
Action from Day 2!
Thank you to HawaiianSwell.com
Pau.
Finished.
Owarimashita
Dec. 25, 2009
What an amazing 4 straight days of great waves and competition! We were definitely blessed for this year's Haleiwa International Open!
We want to thank all of our amazing sponsors!
Surf N Sea!
Clark Takashima!
JPSA!
Vitamin Water!
Matsumoto's Shave Ice!
The Haleiwa Locals!
The Hawaiian Water Patrol!
And ALL of you competitors and fans!
Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!
Dec. 23, 2009
Senior Men Shortboard, Masters Shortboard, Mens Longboard, Masters Longboard and Japan Mens divisions to finish tomorrow. Immediately following the last heat will be the awards presentation to all of the finalists!
7 a.m. Check-In.
8 a.m. Start
Dec. 22, 2009
Japan Men Shortboard & Men Shortboard likely for an 8:00 am Start for Wednesday, 12-23. Check www.hiohawaii.com for info
Dec. 21, 2009
8:00 am Start
Senior Mens Longboard, Grandmasters Longboard and Junior Mens Shortboard (in this order).
Waves are 1-3 feet and expected to build throughout the day.
Dec. 21, 2009
Boys Shortboard, Women's Longboard & Women's Shortoard ONLY today.
8:00 AM Start!
All other divisions check back at HIOhawaii.com or twitter or facebook
Dec. 20, 2009
GROUP A and B on standby for 8:00 am start for tomorrow. Will make decision by 7:00 am to which Group will run tomorrow surf permitting in the A.M. Surf is on the RISE!!!
GROUP A
Junior Men Shortboard Longboard, Masters Longboard, Seniors Longboard
GROUP B
Boys Shortboard, Woman's Longboard & Woman's Shortboard
Dec. 20, 2009
Important Update: Jr Men SB, Mens LB, Masters LB, SrMens LB, Boys SB, Women LB & Women SB ON STANDBY for tomorrow.
Check back at HIOhawaii.com or twitter or facebook
Dec. 20, 2009
The Haleiwa International Open is celebrating 40 years of Aloha!
Monday, December 21, 2009, officially kicks off the waiting period to the World's most prestigious big wave amateur surfing event. The Haleiwa International Open formerly known as the Mabo Royal has been a Haleiwa staple since its inception.
The Haleiwa International Open (HIO) is a grass roots community fundraiser by the Friends of Alii Beach (non-profit org) and supporter of the Haleiwa Menehune Surfing Championships, supporter of the summer and winter Ocean Recreation Programs at the Haleiwa Surf Center.
This event is about “Spreading the Aloha”! When the event started the focus was to carry out the tradition of welcoming the traveling Japanese surfers to surf and enjoy the waves at Haleiwa's Alii Beach. Now 40 years later that tradition is still strong and growing.
With this year being the 40th Anniversary, Fine Artist Clark Takashima stepped up to do the events artwork! This beautiful painting of Haleiwa is what dreams are made of and it's as if you were looking right at the real thing.
Clark also generously donated the Original 24 x 18 Giclee acrylic on canvas for the Leonard Foster Sr. Memorial Award. This perpetual award will be awarded for a special Individual by the Foster Family.
For all information on the Haleiwa International Open check the event website:
Mail: PO Box 507, Haleiwa Hawaii, 96712
Email: contact@hiohawaii.com