‘Perhaps the biggest wave ever witnessed at Maverick’s’
by frank on Dec.06, 2007, under Frank Quirarte, Mavsurfer@Mavericks
December 6, 2007
Legendary day at Maverick’s
‘Perhaps the biggest wave ever witnessed at Maverick’s’
JULIE JAG
SENTINEL STAFF WRITER
HALF MOON BAY — Grant Washburn knows his limits. When it comes to waves, a six-story wall of water is enough to convince the San Francisco big wave surfer to sit it out. That explains why the man known as the “gentle giant” was on a cliff filming documentary footage when perhaps the biggest wave ever witnessed at Maverick’s rolled through the break near Half Moon Bay on Tuesday.
Jet Ski rescuer honored for riding Katrina victims to safety
by frank on Oct.23, 2007, under Frank Quirarte, Mavsurfer@Mavericks
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Jet Ski rescuer honored for riding Katrina victims to safety
Jet ski rescuer honored for riding Katrina victims to safety
By Jane Northrop
Article Launched: 10/03/2007 01:21:18 PM PDT
When Hurricane Katrina plunged New Orleans into deep water, the streets started to look like familiar terrain to Frank Quirarte and his team of jet ski rescuers.
When the Mavericks surf contest is on, Quirarte sits on a jet ski and positions himself close enough to the big waves to be an effective rescuer for any of the athletes who need his assistance.
And often they do, he said.
Increase Your Confidence
by frank on Mar.01, 2007, under Mavsurfer@Mavericks
By Don curry
Photo’s and Graphics – Mavsurfer Greenroom Archives
If you’ve stuck your face in a surf mag or watched the action on any number of videos and possibly want to try riding monster surf yourself, then here are a few ways to prepare for the on-coming season.
Increase your confidence.
The best way to build confidence and improve your ability is to get out there and surf. Consistency is the only way to improve your skills. Consistent good surf during the summer months in California is rare. So if you can, take a trip to a reputable challenging destination, such as Indonesia or the South Pacific. Traveling to unfamiliar places can increase self confidence and definitely improve your surfing. Another advantage to traveling, is the interaction with other surfers from around the world. You’ll find that most people will mirror your attitude, so have a good one. And most of all respect the native people and they will treat you like gold.
About Mavericks
by frank on Feb.09, 2007, under Mavericks Contest, Mavsurfer@Mavericks
Maverick’s or Mavericks is a world-famous surfing location in Northern California. It is located approximately one-half mile (0.8 km) from shore in Pillar Point Harbor, just north of Half Moon Bay. After a strong winter storm has occurred in the northern Pacific Ocean, waves can routinely crest at over 25 feet (8m) and top out at over 50 feet (15m). The break is caused by an unusually-shaped underwater rock formation.
Mavericks is a destination for some of the world’s premier big wave surfers. Very few riders become big wave surfers; and of those, only a select few are willing to risk the hazardous conditions at Maverick’s. An invitation-only contest is held there every few winters, depending on wave conditions.
Welcome to the New MavsBlog
by frank on Jan.17, 2007, under Mavsurfer@Mavericks
We had to scrap the old version. We were hacked and we didn’t know how deep they went. So we played it safe and started from scratch. We will get everything replaced soon. So keep checking back.Thanks
Staff
Mavericks Opening Ceremony
by frank on Jan.09, 2007, under Mavericks Contest, Mavsurfer@Mavericks
OPENING CEREMONY KICKS OFF
THE 2007 MAVERICKS SURF CONTEST® PRESENTED BY ASK.COM®
Packed Heat Selection Chosen and Official Mavericks Wetsuits Presented to Surfers
