The family of Eddie Aikau confirmed that the event in memory of the legendary surfer and lifeguard will run even without a major sponsor. “The Eddie: In Memory of Eddie Aikau” is the new name chosen for the big wave surfing contest held annually at Waimea Bay, on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. The Eddie Aikau Foundation announced the new era during the debut of the event’s official poster. And, for the first time in three decades, the contest will not be sponsored by Quiksilver because an agreement was not reached.

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