Getty (2) John John Florence surfed a near-identical performance to competitor Kelly Slater in what went ... and it's big," adds the Hawaiian born pro of the surf conditions in comparison to ...

They catch waves easily, they work well in soft, gutless surf, and they’re more user-friendly than a potato chip thruster. Related: Kelly Slater Unveils New Surfboard, 'Most User-Friendly Shape ...

Will we see more cameos (perhaps, eventually, a Surf Ranch tube) on this season’s World Tour? Stay tuned. Related: Matthew McConaughey Snaked by John John Florence at Kelly Slater's Surf Ranch ...