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Wanna find out what it feels like catching, or "pulling in," one of the biggest, most dangerous waves in the world? That's exactly what the Water Channel Special, Pulling In, captures – the unique combination of exhilaration and fear that compels otherwise sane athletes to put life and limb on the line to ride these saltwater monsters.
On O'ahu's famed North Shore, you'll witness firsthand the awesome power of the legendary Banzai Pipeline – a humongous wave that's been described as "seven seconds of sheer terror." Feel for yourself what it's like to try to catch the perfect "barrel" as we talk with pro surfers competing at the Rip Curl Pro Pipeline Masters, the crown jewel of the surfing world tour and the sport's longest-running event (35 years and counting!) .
We'll check out seasoned vet's like world champs Kelly Slater and Andy Irons, as well as big names Bruce Irons, Mick Fanning, Jamie O'Brian and the legendary Sunny Garcia. Plus, we'll pick up inside info from today's new generation of wave chargers; hot surfers like Makua Rothman, Kavika Stillwell and Dustin Barcca.
Then, journey with us across the Pacific to exotic Tahiti and discover the huge wave known as Teahupoo (pronounced – cho-pu'). You'll see why it has earned the respect of all who dare face it and the reputation as one of the two biggest and most dangerous waves in the world! Get a bird's eye view of Tahiti as Hawaiian tow-in pioneer and big wave legend, Derek Doerner, fills you in about the thrills and dangers of "risking it all" for the ultimate ride.
If you crave extreme thrills, inside dope you can't get anywhere else, and incredible sights, Pulling In is one special you do not want to miss! Stay Tuned. Pulling In is coming soon. “Pulling In” a Water Channel Special, was produced in conjunction with Kauai Sound & Cinema Productions
Banzai Pipeline – Wave
This quintessential surfing break got its name in the late 1950s when Bruce Brown, the famous surf cinematographer, shouted out "Banzai" while narrating the film "Surf Surfari" as a surfer was catching a vicious wave. When the Banzai Pipeline is "cranking," with 20-30 foot walls of water forming an awesome hollow "tube," it's the most spectacular wave in the world, and the most dangerous. The waves are steep and powerful and break furiously on the shallow reef - the cause of many broken bones and lacerations.
Teahupoo (pronounced – cho-pu') – Wave
Teahupoo is Tahitian for "bone crusher" and this 25 foot plus wave has a curling break with tubes "big enough to drive a car through." It's also been called "a hideous, deadly barrel promising a heap of trouble for even the most capable of surfers...no other surf spot extracts a higher toll than Teahupoo, the heaviest wave in the world."
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Mike Coots
Host/Producer
Mike Coots attended the respected Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara and is a producer of surf-related films and promo material. Surfing since the age of four, Mike was a national amateur champion in 1997 when a tiger shark took his right foot. After the shark attack, Mike was featured on Oprah and other shows and profiled in Outdoor Life Network's Fearless series. Amazingly, a year after the attack, he placed 5th in the bodyboarding competition of the US National Surfing Championships. Mike's incredibly positive spirit and undeniable talent keep him at the forefront of the surfing world.
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Kellie Petersen
Host
Beautiful, bubbly, bright (and athletic) Kellie Petersen is one of Hawaii's most best-known model/hosts. In the Islands, Kellie is ever-present in print ads, television and beauty pageants. In addition to guest-hosting Board Stories, an island surfing show, she has held the titles of Miss Kauai in 2002, Miss Honolulu International in 2004 and Miss East O'ahu in 2004. Kellie has also been Miss Island O'ahu and Miss Hawaii International.
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