Trevor Carlson makes as the drop, or as some say, a leap of faith. Photo: Hallman
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Carlos Burle picks a line and sticks with it at the Todos Santos Challenge. Photo: Hallman
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The flotilla enjoyed the rugged Mexican wilderness.
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Dane Gudauskas joined the Long brothers and Nathan Fletcher to represent the San Clemente clan of Todos Santos regulars. Photo: Hallman
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Kerr and Burle surfed against each other three times at the Todos Santos Challenge, with Kerr getting the edge in two of them. Photo: Rowland
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The surfing has advanced, but the stunning view from the the island hasn't changed. Photo: Rowland
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Damien Hobgood's backside performance impressed all in attendance. Photo: Rowland
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Damien Hobgood surfed his way to a fourth place finish at the Todos Santos Challenge. Photo: Hallman
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Kerr after winning for the first time in five years. Photo: Hallman
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Josh Kerr, Carlos Burle and Nic Lamb take the drop at Todos Santos during the Final.
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Nic Vaughan didn't make it past Round 1 at the Todos Santos Challenge, but that didn't put a damper on his enthusiasm.
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Waterman Mark Healey, taking a ride during Round 1, Heat 1 of the 2015/2016 Todos Santos Challenge.
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Anthony Tashnick (USA), ready to take on Todos Santos during his Round 1 heat.
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Greg Long, getting ready for his Round 1, Heat 4 battle at the 2015/2016 Todos Santos Challenge.
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Carlos Burle paddles out to his Round 1 heat during the Todos Santos Challenge.
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Mexican surfer Coco Nogales during Round 1 at the Todos Santos Challenge.
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Josh Kerr and the fruits of his labor. Photo: Hallman
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Josh Kerr makes the drop at Todos Santos, Mexico. Photo: Hallman
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Josh Kerr hoists the trophy at the Todos Santos Challenge. Photo: Hallman
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Josh Kerr was aggressive all day, swinging on anything that looked fun to drop into. Photo: Hallman
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Josh Kerr winner of the 2015/2016 Todos Santos Challenge. Photo: Hallman
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Big-wave veteran Greg Long during Round 1 of the Todos Santos Challenge.
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A close-up of the WSL's floating office Sunday during the Todos Santos Challenge.
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Billy Kemper, James Taylor, Damien Hobgood and Coco Nogales wait for the waves at in Round 1, Heat 4 of the 2015/2016 Todos Santos Challenge.
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Dane Gudauskas, all smiles after his Round 1 heat at the Todos Santos Challenge. He placed second, just behind Greg Long, and moved on to the Semis.
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Recent Pe'ahi Challenge winner Billy Kemper pulls off a late drop at the 2015/2016 Todos Santos Challenge.
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A view of the boat where Peter Mel and crew were stationed during the 2015/2016 Todos Santos Challenge.
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Empty wave at Killers.
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Mark Healey scored an 8.70 during Semifinal 2 at the Todos Santos Challenge, but didn't advance to the Final.
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Carlos Burle taking on Todos Santos during Semifinal 2. He finished at No. 3 in the heat and advanced to the Final.
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Greg Long makes a hefty drop during Round 1 of the Todos Santos Challenge. Photo: Danny Ecker
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Billy Kemper has a look at Damien Hobgood, steep and deep, in Round 1 of the Todos Santos Challenge. Photo: Hallman
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Coco Nogales navigates his weight on the board during a drop in Round 1. Photo: Hallman
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The 2015/2016 Todos Santos Challenge saw solid conditions Sunday, January 17.
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Competitors took advantage of heavy sets during the 2015/2016 Todos Santos Challenge.
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Travor Carlson, taking on Todos Santos during Round 1, Heat 2.
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Derek Dunfee during Round 1, Heat 3 at the 2015/2016 Todos Santos Challenge. Unfortunately, he finished in fourth place and did not advance to the Semis.
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Nic Lamb and Natzo Gonzalez charged during their Round 1 heat at the 2015/2016 Todos Santos Challenge.
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CT surfer Josh Kerr joined the big-wave action at the Todos Santos Challenge, including this bomb in Round 1, Heat 2.
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The Hawaiian wasted no time getting familiar with the lineup, setting himself up for some deep takeoffs. Photo: Sean Rowland
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The morning's heavy chop didn't stop Mark Healey from leaning into his backside bottom turn. Photo: Sean Rowland
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The serenity of Todos Santos is easy to get lost in between sets. Photo: Sean Rowland
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A new swell filled in to greet competitors of the Todos Santos Challenge. Photo: Sean Rowland
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A bevy of adventurous spectators equipped with aquatic transport made the 11-mile trek out to Todos Santos to catch a glimpse of the action. Photo: Sharp
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Big-Wave commissioner Peter Mel delayed the start until 9:30 am in order to give the swell time to fill in. Photo: Bill Sharp
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Early morning status check, Todos Santos Challenge. Photo Credit: Bill Sharp
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Defending Todos Champion Mark Healey picked up right where he left off by winning his Round 1 heat. Photo: Danny Ecker.
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San Clemente big wave charger Nathan Fletcher during Round 1 of the Todos Santos Challenge. Photo Credit: Bill Sharp
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Reigning WSL Big Wave Tour Champion Makuakai Rothman during Round 1 of the Todos Santos Challenge. Photo Credit: Bill Sharp
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Nic Vaughan didn't make it past Round 1 at the Todos Santos Challenge, but that didn't put a damper on his enthusiasm.
Photos of 2015 Todos Santos Challenge