Teahupo’o: Koa Rothman & Eli Olson’s Empty Waves (Video)
- In a rare turn of events, surfers Koa Rothman and Eli Olson recently found themselves alone at the famed Teahupo'o break in Tahiti, riding head-high waves with no...
- Rothman noted the changing conditions, saying the wind created opportunities.
- During their initial session, rothman and Olson traded waves.
Koa Rothman and Eli Olson scored an epic, uncrowded session at Teahupo’o, capitalizing on rare windy conditions that kept other surfers away. These empty waves in tahiti offered a unique window of opportunity for the pair to experience the power of head-high surf without the usual crowds. For three days, Rothman and Olson enjoyed the legendary break almost entirely to themselves, showcasing the rewards of patience and persistence. News Directory 3 highlights these moments of surf solitude, reminding us even the most popular spots can offer pristine conditions if you’re willing to seek them out. Discover what’s next for Rothman and olson as they continue their quest for the perfect, crowd-free waves.
Koa Rothman and Eli olson Score Empty Teahupo’o Session
Updated June 5, 2025
In a rare turn of events, surfers Koa Rothman and Eli Olson recently found themselves alone at the famed Teahupo’o break in Tahiti, riding head-high waves with no crowds. The pair capitalized on a window of opportunity created by persistent winds that deterred other surfers, resulting in an unforgettable surf session.
Rothman noted the changing conditions, saying the wind created opportunities. For three days, he and Olson enjoyed the waves by themselves.
During their initial session, rothman and Olson traded waves. Later, Kala Grace and Moana Jones Wong joined them. Despite the allure, Teahupo’o’s shallow reef demands respect, even at smaller sizes. The experience serves as a reminder that even popular surf spots offer moments of solitude for those willing to seek them out.
“It’s been going through these phases where it gets really windy and then glasses off,” Koa said. “The wind keeps everyone away. So we get these crazy windows with just me and Eli for the past like three days. Insane.”
What’s next
Rothman and olson plan to continue monitoring conditions for more opportunities to surf empty waves, emphasizing the importance of being present and patient in the pursuit of the perfect surf session. They hope their experience inspires other surfers to explore less crowded times at popular breaks.