North Shore / 24 Hours
North Shore / 24 Hours From a terrifying, lightning-lit drive through a massive coastal storm to a magical morning at the Turtle Bay resort, this 24-hour journey captures the extremes of Hawaii. But the true test of survival comes as the sun sets over Laie Bay, turning a serene windsurfing session into a pitch-black nightmare […]
Diamond Head / Fear of Death
Diamond head / Fear of Death Returning to Diamond Head just days after a close call with tiger sharks, I sought the thrill of the open ocean once again. But out in the deep blue valleys of the Pacific, a sudden, explosive encounter with a colossal humpback whale threw me into a terrifying fight against […]
Diamond Head / Surrounded by Tiger Sharks
Diamond head / Surrounded by Tiger Sharks Seeking better wind, we left the calm waters of Kailua for the towering swells of Diamond Head. What started as an exhilarating solo ride across massive, deep-blue ocean valleys turned into a chilling revelation. Ignorance truly is bliss, especially when a joyful encounter with a pod of “dolphins” […]
The Storm 1994 / Death Trap Kailua
The Storm 1994 / Death Trap Kailua A dreary, windless day in Kailua Bay tempted me into a reckless decision. Ignoring the golden rules of windsurfing and the urgent warnings of the locals, I launched my board into an offshore breeze. What began as a stubborn search for wind quickly escalated into a desperate fight […]
We buy property / Oahu
We buy property / Oahu What started as a simple bike ride and a casual glance at real estate brochures in Kailua soon evolved into an unexpected investment journey. From navigating steep prices and avoiding debt to finally closing a cash deal on a high-rise apartment, this is the story of how a spontaneous idea […]
Dangerus surf – Backyards/Sunset Beach
Dangerus surf – Backyards/Sunset Beach Escaping the grueling reality of forced labor in West Berlin, a fifteen-year-old boy crosses the Iron Curtain for the first time. What was meant to be a simple trip turns into an unforgettable night of unexpected romance, a rebellious first kiss under the crosshairs of armed border guards, and a […]
My first Visit to EAST BERLIN
The most beautiful day of my life Escaping the grueling reality of forced labor in West Berlin, a fifteen-year-old boy crosses the Iron Curtain for the first time. What was meant to be a simple trip turns into an unforgettable night of unexpected romance, a rebellious first kiss under the crosshairs of armed border guards, […]