Maverick Moments

Summary Maverick Moments follows big wave surfers from all walks of life and levels of fame as they struggle to balance their personal lives with their passion. View more details

Maverick Moments

Directed : Unknown

Written : Unknown

Stars : Garrett McNamara Andrew Cotton Francisco Porcella Trevor Carlson

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Genres : Adventure

Release date : Jan 3, 2025

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official Site

Language : English

Filming locations : Hawaii, USA

Production companies : The Go Big Project

Summary Maverick Moments follows big wave surfers from all walks of life and levels of fame as they struggle to balance their personal lives with their passion. View more details

Details

Genres : Adventure

Release date : Jan 3, 2025

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official Site

Language : English

Filming locations : Hawaii, USA

Production companies : The Go Big Project

Episode 5 • Dec 31, 1969
Episode #1.5
With Springtime approaching, big wave surfers are shifting their attention to the Southern hemisphere but Mother Nature decides to send one more Winter swell to the heart of Northern California. Mavericks is located in the infamous red triangle, a Great White shark breeding ground with a deep water reef that comes up and goes down, easily producing fifty-foot waves. Local big wave surfer and businessman, Jeff Denholm, enjoys the downgraded, uncrowded swells that Springtime produces. After being in a tragic work accident, Jeff lost one arm but through resilience and perseverance, has become an inspiration to many in both the paddleboard and surf community as well as in his local community. Every year, Jeff, a handful of big wave surfers, and a number of volunteers participate in the Big Wave Safety Summit to learn life saving drills in and out of the water. One drill Jeff especially favors is extracting a surfer from the water using your own surfboard and body because it covers a situation that occurs frequently in big wave surfing. The Santa Cruz community hosts a benefit paddleboard race but because of previous back injuries, Jeff is unable to participate for the second time. But he supports his peers, especially Savannah Shaughnessy who he is training for the Molokai paddleboard race in Hawaii that he partook in years ago. Contest like these bring like minded people together, showcasing the positive impact individuals can make through shared struggle that might inspire others to do the same.
Episode 6 • Dec 31, 1969
Episode #1.6
An immense, low-pressure system is steamrolling its way out of the Aleutian Islands and drawing straight into the swell window of Northern California's most infamous reef, Mavericks. Mavericks is known for its massive waves but is also notorious for the dangers that can occur. Big wave pros, Mark Foo and Sion Milosky, have lost their lives to Mavs. The Mavericks season always begins with a traditional opening ceremony honoring those who surf and have surfed at Mavericks. A circle in prayer forms past the breakers off the beach. A symbol of unity, this time honored tradition is of Hawaiian ancestry dating back to the surf contest between kings. On a 48 hour call, the invited surfers prepare for what the season is set to bring. Much of the big wave endeavor is mental. Conflicts between mind, body, and equipment are overcome by mental discipline and close attention to detail. Garrett McNamara and Francisco Porcella realize they forgot a key component, surf wax, and call on friend Ken Collins who offers to share his. The waves break but the swell direction is producing huge but unrideable waves. The crowded lineup becomes a free for all but surfers pay the price with severe wipeouts. Conditions become ideal as the tide drops, surfers, especially Francisco and Garrett gain their rhythm and ride some solid waves. Thanks to dedication, a respect for the ocean, and an exercise of the human spirit, the surfers are able to experience a Maverick moment.
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