The bay has called the day! The 2024 Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational is officially a go, organizers announced Friday morning. The contest is set to begin at 8 a.m. Sunday for its 39th edition dedicated to the North Shore’s legendary waterman. Contest director Liam McNamara said the surf conditions are looking ideal for the big wave competition.

<p>The bay has called the day! The 2024 Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational is officially a go, organizers announced Friday morning.&nbsp;The contest is set to begin at 8 a.m. Sunday for its 39th edition dedicated to the North Shore&rsquo;s legendary waterman.&nbsp;Contest director Liam McNamara said the surf conditions are looking ideal for the big wave competition.</p>

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