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Unknown surfer taking it all in. Photo: Tyler Rooke
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A typical view for most of the 330 islands in Fiji, but this one happens to be second closest to Cloudbreak. Photo: Tyler Rooke
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One of my favorite angles to capture. Taking advantage of the clarity of this underwater world. Photo: Tyler Rooke
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Donavon Frankenreiter usually stays on Tavarua Island Resort in October hoping for these exact conditions. Photo: Tyler Rooke
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Less is more. Fijians are, without a doubt, the most stoked and humble human beings I have ever met. Always giving the best waves to non-natives and travelers alike. Photo: Tyler Rooke
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"We never know the worth of water till the well is dry." - Thomas Fuller. Photo: Tyler Rooke
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Often overshadowed by his famed big brother, Tavarua, Namotu has a few of its own world-class reef breaks and has luckily been my 2nd home for the last 7 years. Photo: Tyler Rooke
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Howling winds are a common in this region of the South Pacific, so these calm, glassy days are extra special. Photo: Tyler Rooke
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Water clarity is incredible year round in Fiji. Truly a unique diving and surfing experience. Photo: Tyler Rooke
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Donavon showing his son Hendrix Frankenreiter the proper lines to take at Cloudbreak (with effortless style).Photo: Tyler Rooke
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Getting caught on the inside while surfing Cloudbreak is no fun. But while swimming with a housing, the view isn't terrible. Photo: Tyler Rooke
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Sharing waves and traditions, like drinking kava, creates a bond with the Fijians that keeps me coming back for more. Photo: Tyler Rooke
Everything about Fiji is just lovely. The people, the food, the rich culture, and, of course, the waves are a few among the several qualities that this remarkable region of the South Pacific has to offer. Thus, it is no surprise why Fiji is consistently on nearly every professional surfer’s top 5 favorite places to visit. Donavon Frankenreiter, although long retired from the competitive realm, is one of those surfers who descends on the little heart-shaped island once a year for some bitchin’ surf and a little r&r.
