The North Shore of Oahu is one of the world’s most crowded surf zones.
Even at the Seven Mile Miracle’s most expert waves – Pipeline, Backdoor, Off the Wall, Waimea Bay – the lineups are packed. In many cases, dangerously so.
And that showed, recently, when Jamie O’Brien paddled out at Off the Wall for a pretty all-time session. The waves were pumping. But there was a near-miss in the water, as a jet ski careened through the crowd, narrowly missed the pack of surfers, then launched off a wave. Luckily, nobody was hurt. But it was a wild scene; see below at the 1:47 mark.
Despite the video headline claiming Pipeline, the incident happened at Off the Wall. And prior to paddling out, as he always does, JOB gave a conditions update:
“Today’s firing. Oh, the bombs. Just barrels. Nuggeting. We’ll see…go scoop a couple.”
The crowd was heavy, but the waves were pretty pumping. JOB and other North Shore heavies snuck into quite a few heaving tubes. After the session, JOB gave this recap:
“We just wrapped up a session at Off the Wall. It was super fun. Got some waves on the Tokoro [surfboard], then paddled out and packed a couple on the Fun Day board. Nothing crazy. Epic waves, great morning at Off the Wall. Can’t complain.”
As for the jet ski situation, JOB failed to mention anything about it. Just another typical day on the North Shore of Oahu. Wild, crazy, action-packed.
He did take the opportunity to plug his new soft-top brand, Fun Day Surf, with the boards dropping this summer. And for more on the brand, here’s the skinny:
“Fun Day Surf is surfer-owned and built by people who live and breathe the surf lifestyle. Co-founded by professional surfer Jamie O'Brien and a team with deep roots in authentic surf culture, we believe surfing should be FUN—that's why we prioritize the joyful spirit and thrill that brought us all to the ocean in the first place. We welcome surfers of all skill levels and backgrounds, fostering an inclusive community that makes the lifestyle more relatable and approachable for everyone.
"Our commitment to better design means we value innovation, creativity, and functionality—creating products that don't just look good but enhance your performance in the water. Every piece we make reflects our dedication to quality, delivering reliable, durable gear that builds trust and stands up to the demanding conditions of surfing. Because at the end of the day, we're here to make sure every day is a Fun Day.”
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