Surfers flock to the island's north shore for a chance at this amazing experience
When ocean waves meet the shores of Oahu, they are transformed from smooth swells to breaking crests with steep vertical faces. Surfers come from around the world to harness the ocean’s energy this transformation unleashes, and they transform it into aquatic thrill rides.
The Holy Grail for many riders is to enter the “green room,” which involves riding deep into the barrel-shaped curl of a breaking wave to become totally surrounded by the moving water. It’s a stunt best left to the experts, but anyone can enjoy a vicarious surf session by heading to Oahu’s north shore when winter swells hit the beach at legendary breaks such as the Waimea Bay, the Banzai Pipeline and Sunset Beach.
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