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In the belly of the beast. Banzai Pipeline on full throttle. The best wave on the planet with the most experienced surfers in action. This photo captures the moment of determination, training and pure guts of these surfers.

In the belly of the beast. Banzai Pipeline on full throttle. The best wave on the planet with the most experienced surfers in action. This photo captures the moment of determination, training and pure guts of these surfers.

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Hawaii, US

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Aug, 2020

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Very nice action shot

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Pure guts for the photographer as well. Takes a pounding and still take photos. Thanks for sharing this wonderful shot!

thank you!!

well done

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