Andy Irons Shack At Backdoor... Aloha My Friend from Pete Hodgson

The saddest day in surfing sees a memorial paddle out for one of its favorite sons, Andy Irons, who tragically passed away November 2, 2010 at the age of 32.

It is with a heavy heart that we spread the news of Andy Irons' untimely death... Inside there are hundreds of heartfelt messages from friends, family, and fans of Andy Irons as well as a special AI photo gallery and slideshow. Updated Thursday

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Round 2 of the Quiksilver Pro France is now in the books, and a few World Tourers racked up their second 25ths of the year. Check out the photos, results, and video highlights from France today.

TW SURF Senior Photographer Damea Dorsey sends in a batch of French goodness featuring Kelly Slater, Dusty Payne, Freddy P, Owen Wright, Julian Wilson, Andy Irons and more of the world's best as they slay French beachies during the Quiksilver Pro France.

Well, we received from pretty weird and wild images for the 'Picture Of You And Andy Irons Giveaway'—we're still scared from a few. Adam's entry from St. Cloud, Florida took the cake though when he sent us this image of himself and a mini Andy Irons rocking out together.

Lowers fired today for the Hurley Pro. And the world's best blew up! Tons of action from "Flawless Friday"—the photos and video highlights speak for themselves.

Mick Fanning, Andy Irons, Jordy Smith, Kolohe Andino, CJ Hobgood, Taj Burrow, Dusty Payne and more top pros light up Lowers as they warm up for the 2010 Hurley Pro Lower Trestles.

In this exclusive interview, 2010 Billabong Pro Tahiti Champion and former Three Time World Champ Andy Irons opens up about his victory at Teahupo‘o, his secret to beating Kelly Slater—and unlike in years past—his tame victory party.

TransWorld SURF Senior Photographer Brian Bielmann sends the goods from the South Pacific...also check the final day highlight video that documents AI's historic comeback.

Well look who's back! Three Time ASP World Champion Andy Irons storms to victory over Kelly Slater and CJ Hobgood at Teahupo‘o to reassert himself into the elite ranks.

Exclusive Brian Bielmann photos from a short day of competition at the 2010 Billabong Pro Tahiti...

Tears flow and Teahupo‘o fires in this exclusive Billabong Pro Tahiti photo gallery from TransWorld SURF Senior Photographer Brian Bielmann...

A revealing video clip that delves into the psyche of one of surfing's most enigmatic characters...