The final event of the ASP world tour 2008, the Billabong Pro Maui and part three of the Vans Triple Crown, was plagued with flat surf at Honalulu Bay throughout it's 10 day holding period - but wrapped up yesterday after relocating (more on that later). So, with nowt to do but chill and train the gathered circus of pros got creative in the spare time; while 2007 Men's ASP World Tour Champ Mick Fanning got a new tattoo, on Day 9 the ladies did something slightly more serene: swimming with dolphins and exploring the deep sea coral reefs of Maui.
Check out the gorgeous photos after the jump...
While the surfers stressed about the lack of surf, the locals just cruised:
Synchronised swimming:
Layne tries to keep up:
Silvana Lima surfaces:
Layne recounts the experience to the media:
Images courtesy of ASP covered images
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