The flags are up, the wind is blowing, and sleek athletes from all over the world have taken over the Point at Ho‘okipa – the Aloha Classic is on, and the competition has been fierce as the conditions have ranged from epic to decent. Each year, as fall weather takes over the calm summer swells, wind and waves enthusiasts gather at the elite windsurfing spot on Maui’s North … [Read more...] about 2018 Aloha Classic: The International Windsurfing Tour brings world-class athletes to Maui’s North Shore
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Maui’s Jazz Cat Has Groove: Talking story with Mark Johnstone
Mark Johnstone isn’t just one of Maui’s finest professional musicians. If you’ve ever had the chance to hear him play the piano, guitar, harmonica or sing, you already know that he’s a virtuoso. He’s got the soul, depth, tilted Fedora and swagger. He also speaks with a slight East Coast accent, plays in the Grammy-nominated Mick Fleetwood Blues Band, windsurfs on the North … [Read more...] about Maui’s Jazz Cat Has Groove: Talking story with Mark Johnstone
Interview with Maui Surfer Dave Kalama–July 8, 1997
Our surf correspondent Dave Sweedler had a chance to talk with Hawaiian waterman Dave Kalama over breakfast at Charley’s this week. Kalama shared his vision and insight into big wave riding, international travels, and his Maui lifestyle. Dave Sweedler: Can you give us a little history about your family’s roots in Maui? Dave Kalama: My great grandfather Samuel Kalama was … [Read more...] about Interview with Maui Surfer Dave Kalama–July 8, 1997