Mavericks

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Surf Spot Details
Wave Quality Rating5
Type of WaveReef break
Direction of WaveRight
BottomRocky reef
DifficultyAdvanced surfer
Crowd LevelNot Too Bad
HazardsRips, Rocks, Sharks
General Description
World famous big wave spot found in Half Moon Bay, off the coast of California. Mavericks is one of the top big wave spots, it starts to work in large swells and can hold swells of 5 meters.
The water is cold and shark infested, and the wave itself has claimed lives. It is only for the most experienced big wave surfers.

The cliffs overlooking the break provide a great view of this powerful cold water monster.
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