Flyin Hawaiian,
Sorry I didn't address that post universally. I appreciate your input. I have heard some great things about LaniKai and Hapuna. I hope to see both of them in December. Good idea to rank them. I'll have a go at it.
1) Red Sand Beach, Hana
2) Waimea, North Shore
3) Kapalua Bay, Maui
4) Makapu'u, Oahu
5) Waimanalo Beach, Oahu