Tough life waiting on a tropical for a big swell to hit. The activities are limited: surf six foot Cloudbreak, tan your inner thighs, play bocce, or get roaring drunk. If you're Facebook friends with any of 'the boys' you've probably seen them doing the latter. The notorious skulldrag being the drink of choice.

But in the interest of responsible drinking and good public relations here are the G rated, ASP-endorsed photos from the Volcom Fiji Pro laydays.

Al photos ASP/Kirstin.