The history of surfing on Maui is only traceable through the archives of the people that have lived the experience. Over the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to interview many of these athletes whose treasured tales keep the essence of aloha alive for everyone. Analu DePonte lives life with the Hawaiian pride that has been instilled in him from a young age, … [Read more...] about Remembering Maui Surfer Alex DePonte – June 23 1998
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Interview with Maui Surfer Buzzy Kerbox – April 14, 1998
Lured in by a cover of a Beach Boy’s album, Buzzy Kerbox was introduced to the life of surfing at an early age. Born far away from his favorite backdoor barrel in a city called Indianapolis, his family made the move to Hawaii when he was 10. From then on, surfing became a major part of his life. Three years after catching his first wave in the Kailua shorebreak, … [Read more...] about Interview with Maui Surfer Buzzy Kerbox – April 14, 1998
Interview with Maui Surfer Lloyd Ishimine – December 23, 1997
In almost every surf interview for Maui Time, Lloyd Ishimine’s name has come up as a positive influence. His pure enthusiasm and contributions to surfing are what has helped elevate the quality of the sport. He was born on Oahu, where he lived until five, and then the family made the move to Maui. He quickly became involved in surfing, paddling out at Kahului Harbor with his … [Read more...] about Interview with Maui Surfer Lloyd Ishimine – December 23, 1997
Interview with Maui Surfer Mark Angell – October 14, 1997
Mark Angell has been living a surfer’s dream for over four decades. He began building surfboards in the Sixties and is still shaping today. When he first arrived in Hawaii in 1968, surfing was not yet the industry it is today. Mark helped pioneer the legitimacy of surfing as a business. George Olson was Mark’s influence as a kid. George is a master craftsman (who’s works … [Read more...] about Interview with Maui Surfer Mark Angell – October 14, 1997