Pistol day 4 hammer down. What a day, where champions were slayed, moves were made, and Pistol River let its magic flow. No time was wasted as the ladies opened with their semifinal heats.  Winds were filled in, and the women were deciding between 3.7 and 3.4 sails. It was clear that this would be…

As the light rose on day three of the Pistol River Wave Bash, lines could be seen feathering in front of the Beachcomber Hotel signaling good things to come. Skippers was held at a sociable 10am and then the wait was on for the Pistol River wind machine to crank into gear. It didn’t take…

Pistol River is one of those places where you expect the wind to be strong. Today was no exception. It was clear at the 10am Skipper’s that it was going to be a good day. Waves were pealing in front of the rock, and the wind was already pushing 25 knots. Riders were quick to…

The 10th Anniversary Edition of the Pistol River Wave Bash is set to be one for the ages, as the forecast has lined up, with winds exceeding 30 knots each day of the contest window.  Strong and steady winds have already built up a solid windswell, making for head high and bigger conditions to warm…