Meanwhile on Oahu, the North Shore was plagued with sloppy onshore winds before the skies parted for a brief late-afternoon patch of cleanliness. Will Skudin swooped at the opportunity at an Outer Reef. “The wind had a mind of its own, coming from every direction with different speeds throughout the day,” Skudin said. “A couple hours before dark the wave gods gave us a small window of perfection.” Photo: Doug Falter