Our Teahupo’o Collection celebrates one of the world’s most impressive waves. Tucked away in the southwestern coast of Tahiti lies the small town of Teahupo’o. The name, meaning "the pile of heads," originates from a local Tahitian allegory and perfectly captures the wave's intensity. This powerful wave is shaped by a sharp, shallow reef that channels the ocean's energy into massive, towering walls of water. When the deep Pacific Ocean waves hit the reef, they rise and crash down, forming some of the deepest and purest barrels in the surfing world.
Inspired by this unique wave, we created a collection to honor it. Featuring our best-selling beach sandal, ‘Ohana, the collection includes special details that pay tribute to this distinctive and powerful wave.
A Celebration of Athletic Excellence
As global attention turns to the upcoming sporting event where the world's best surfers will compete at Teahupo’o, we saw the perfect opportunity to celebrate this milestone with a limited-edition collection. We added special features to our ‘Ohana sandal to commemorate this event, including wave-inspired details and a unique Tahitian print.
Coral-Inspired Footbed
We drew inspiration from the coral reef that makes Teahupo’o so extraordinary. The collection features coral-inspired footbed artwork, showcasing the natural beauty of Teahupo’o while emphasizing the importance of coral reefs—an issue close to our hearts at OluKai. You’ll also enjoy all the usual benefits of our ‘Ohana sandals, including water-resistant straps and a footbed designed to mimic the feeling of walking on wet sand, offering all-day comfort and support.
Tahitian Print
A special Tahitian print lines the interior of the water-resistant straps, paying homage to the unique place that creates this wave. The strap also features the name Teahupo’o on the outside, marking this extraordinary location.
Featured Styles:
Men's ‘Ohana - Pacific Blue: Inspired by the deep blues of the Pacific Ocean, perfect for everyday wear.
Women's ‘Ohana - Pacific Blue: Inspired by the deep blues of the Pacific Ocean, perfect for everyday wear.
Supporting Local Surfing Communities
At OluKai, we believe in giving back to the communities that inspire us. That’s why a portion of the proceeds from our Teahupo’o Collection will be donated to the Tahiti Iti Surf Club. This support will help local riders and fund initiatives to sustain and grow the surfing community in Tahiti. By purchasing from the Teahupo’o Collection, you’re contributing to the future of surfing in one of the world’s most iconic locations.
