Buffalo Keaulana

We bring you the voice of Richard “Buffalo” Keaulana, legendary Hawaiian waterman, revered lifeguard, and patriarch of Makaha. More than a surfer, Buffalo is a guardian of spirit and tradition, a man whose connection to the ocean runs as deep as the ancient rhythms of the islands themselves. In this conversation, recorded nearly twenty years ago, Buffalo reflects on the values that shaped him, respect and humility and shares what it means to ride waves not just with your body, but with your heart. You’ll hear stories of Makaha in its golden years, living with sharks, meditation, and Buffalo’s deep belief in the ocean as a way of life, a way of healing, a way of coming home.

This is The Still Point Tapes. Echoes from the lineup. Voices that shaped the soul of surfing. Here is Buffalo Keaulana.