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Family Launches Safety Warning and Fundraiser After Kolby Aipa’s E-Bike Death in Huntington Beach

Aipa Surf Co. confirmed his passing on Instagram, unveiling a GoFundMe to continue his aloha spirit.

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Upcoming California surfer Kolby Aipa died after an e-bike accident.

Overview

  • Life support was withdrawn on Tuesday, and on Wednesday Aipa Surf Co. confirmed his death three days after his Saturday e-bike crash in Huntington Beach.
  • Police say he was towed by a friend’s SUV while riding his e-bike near Seapoint Street and Pacific Coast Highway when the vehicle lost control and struck him.
  • Val Aipa issued a public warning after the collision, saying electric bikes are not toys.
  • Friends and family, including UFC fighter Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera, shared heartfelt tributes praising Kolby’s kindness and aloha spirit.
  • The GoFundMe page frames Kolby’s kindness as a 'gift of aloha' and urges supporters to emulate his compassion.