i’ve surfed/caught waves 12-15ft+ East Coast and 16-18ft plus in Hawaii, where I caught one make at Waimea...the difference in speed and steepness is like twice of tha you’re accustomed. As you know, Island waves usually have a deeper/longer swell period so they’re physically moving faster. East Coast waves of 15-18ft though are no joke, especially if out at a beach break without any channels. I had to get out of the water one day in Hawaii at Sunset Beach as well bc the swell kept getting bigger. Seeing and being out in waves pushing over 20ft faces (8-12ft @ 16 sec) really makes you reevaluate life and what’s important. The speed of the wave works 2 ways, so while more difficult to catch and make the drop, once you’re on the face, you have more speed down the line to use surfing wise. Lastly, the key to big wave survival besides breath and swimming training is having a solid big wave gun, 9’6x20x2 3/4 at least minimum length and thickness...width depends on surfers build and preference with most guns I dont think would be over 23” ...usually guns are 1-1 1/2” wider than standard shortboard, and while a 7’0 will catch a 10ft (20ft face) wave some places, true big wave “spots” really need a 9’0-10ft board with more volume too. Try finding a used semiGun like 6’8-7’0 even for the eastCoast and see how “easy” it makes surfing Hurricane Surf that’s over 10ft faces. it’s definitely a game changer...
the scariest part for me is being caught inside and paddling like crazy as the next monster approaches. When you blast off the curling top to safety as a cliff forms behind you....that's a great feeling.
@@drewfinn2 It depends on the break. I've surfed Bells at 8 foot plus and some of the wide ones actually break off the reef in deep water so the take off was actually not that heavy. Personally I find shallow, hollow waves more scary than big waves that are breaking in deep water. Looking down at a razor sharp Indonesian reef while knowing you are in the developing world is something that will make you think twice about overhead waves.
It’s amazing to see that even the best surfers in the world, wipe out and make mistakes. We often just see the highlights where it seems flawless and perfect. Killin it as always!! ❤️🤙🏽
Awesome to watch mate, it’d be unreal to have a GoPro face forward as well so we can see some of the huge drop in you take. Keep charging and thank you for sharing your surfing 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
Amazing....thanks for sharing!!! You transported me there....I was depressed recoverying from a knee injury and might not be able to do my sport (hang gliding) any more....but watching your videos really cheers me up. Blessings from Mexico
I think in general with big wave surfing if there is room on the wave and you are not getting in the way or ruining a critical section for someone else then it is fine to share waves
Yes, that was amazing! I'm glad you gave the time so I didn't have to go looking for it. I love watching all the good surfers, but what is is about Kai? He has a gracefulness that other surfers don't have. A joy to watch.
Holy crap Kai! Thanks for sharing that footage. That's a cool perspective being able to see the wave like that. Gives a better appreciation of that water monster chasing you from behind.
The GoPro board Mount POV is amazing yes yes yes yeah... Thanks for sharing!!! I think the board Mount POV from the nose of the board the is actually a better camera angle than the mouth mount but any POV of any kind surfing especially of waves like these is awesome awesome awesome... Happy surfing from VIRGINIA BEACH!!!+++:)))
Big question, how do you detach from your tow in board?? do you just jump out of before you wipe out or does it naturally slide off your feet? Always curious about this one
Ahhhh so good i want rn ahhh amazing waves gotta keep myself over I always watch amazed riding the heavy waves with heavy music like Delta Parole or with relaxing music videos in background.
That has to be the 64k question,🤔 crystal 🤙 must be special Lens cleaning fluid, He is beautiful to watch, he does what I used to fantasize about 40 yr ago 🖐️😊
Just insane how fast swell picks up at Mavericks, I check Surfline one day, it's generally small, next day it's like 35-50. To imagine surfing these monsters is unreal. Props to Kai.
Jesus that's heavy!! Biggest surf of my life was Puerto Rico on a hurricane. 10ft when we paddled out but every set got bigger and bigger, next thing I know I'm the only guy left in the lineup in 25t+ surf and a crowd of people watching on the beach. I was petrified and thankfully was able to ride the shoulder of a huge set into the beach.
I'm not a surfer, but of course your videos are awesome. Question. How fast are you going on these monster waves? Also, at what point do you have to switch to a board that has footstraps? Peace ✌ ☮
So when you get wiped out, do you actually get out of the water that quickly or did you cut some parts out ? When I surf smaller waves it still feels like I have to resist to get out for couple seconds. SO I was wondering did you cut that part out ?
Yo’ to think I learned it all right there and then watch this only to pucker. Often I wonder if it’s scary looking than it actually is, then I wake up and remember IT’S TERRIFYINGLY beautiful everytime.
Great footage Kai, was hoping you and the Hawaii boys would have got some really good ones as well, the swell looked kind of unpredictable, either way great stuff.💯🔥🤙
When Kai Lenny says "very scary day", we know it's going to be mental🤯
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fEr TrUe! #Basics
True
The focus needed for big wave surfing looks so incredibly intense but the stoke released after the ride must be like no other feeling ever!
i’ve surfed/caught waves 12-15ft+ East Coast and 16-18ft plus in Hawaii, where I caught one make at Waimea...the difference in speed and steepness is like twice of tha you’re accustomed. As you know, Island waves usually have a deeper/longer swell period so they’re physically moving faster. East Coast waves of 15-18ft though are no joke, especially if out at a beach break without any channels. I had to get out of the water one day in Hawaii at Sunset Beach as well bc the swell kept getting bigger. Seeing and being out in waves pushing over 20ft faces (8-12ft @ 16 sec) really makes you reevaluate life and what’s important. The speed of the wave works 2 ways, so while more difficult to catch and make the drop, once you’re on the face, you have more speed down the line to use surfing wise. Lastly, the key to big wave survival besides breath and swimming training is having a solid big wave gun, 9’6x20x2 3/4 at least minimum length and thickness...width depends on surfers build and preference with most guns I dont think would be over 23” ...usually guns are 1-1 1/2” wider than standard shortboard, and while a 7’0 will catch a 10ft (20ft face) wave some places, true big wave “spots” really need a 9’0-10ft board with more volume too. Try finding a used semiGun like 6’8-7’0 even for the eastCoast and see how “easy” it makes surfing Hurricane Surf that’s over 10ft faces. it’s definitely a game changer...
the scariest part for me is being caught inside and paddling like crazy as the next monster approaches. When you blast off the curling top to safety as a cliff forms behind you....that's a great feeling.
I think you spelled balls wrong
@@drewfinn2 It depends on the break. I've surfed Bells at 8 foot plus and some of the wide ones actually break off the reef in deep water so the take off was actually not that heavy. Personally I find shallow, hollow waves more scary than big waves that are breaking in deep water. Looking down at a razor sharp Indonesian reef while knowing you are in the developing world is something that will make you think twice about overhead waves.
1:05 That rescue was slick AF
@The Power Moves so he doesn’t get swept up by all the waves it’s just safety measures
@The Power Moves To avoid the beatings on the paddle back out => higher wave count :)
When the wave cast a shadow over you as you were paddling up the wave I got a shiver down my spine.
Body's anching all the time
Ominous, indeed!
Time?
@@Sofia22a-j5z 3:53
@@xplay3rx16 thxxx
I can tell you truly love the wave by the way you stare at the break
props to this guy for actually slowing down some clips so we can see the size of the wave. Awesome job!
I love pure video footage without music or random talk before.
And I think kay lenny is probably the best surfer on earth
Keeps getting better and better
It’s amazing to see that even the best surfers in the world, wipe out and make mistakes.
We often just see the highlights where it seems flawless and perfect.
Killin it as always!! ❤️🤙🏽
Kai surfs Mavericks like it's 2' overhead. Pretty amazing stuff.
All the while doing maneuvers like it's a tidy little 8 footer.
Great video. Surfing is cool.
truer words never spoken
You’re everywhere and its haunting me
stop
Drastic understatement
Possibly the greatest waterman ever. Certainly the nicest.
Kai makes it look so easy and seems intense and relaxed at the same time. Very impressive.
That's a lot of people for a very scary day. This is crazy. Way to go WaterMan.
INSANE!!! Seeing that much water coming at you at that speed and maintaining your cool to surf it - WOW. Thanks for regaling us with the footage!!!
Agree...
Awesome to watch mate, it’d be unreal to have a GoPro face forward as well so we can see some of the huge drop in you take.
Keep charging and thank you for sharing your surfing 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
Amazing POV.. suggestion...it would be nice to cut to wide shot for reference on how massive those waves really are. Stay safe out there Kai.
Here’s one! th-cam.com/video/6UTULz5vsu0/w-d-xo.html
@@kbkesq Thanks......massive
After I eat a burrito I take a nap, Kai paddles into a Maverick monster like a dragon slayer. 🌯🌯🌯
Agree, cool to see the POV then the wide angle to give perspective.
I get where you're coming from, but he's a world class surfer, not a film crew ya know?
This is so cool. Lovin' the GoPro wave action.
Fabulous videos...terrifying massive waves. I cannot even imagine what 'very scary' must mean for us normal humans.
Amazing....thanks for sharing!!! You transported me there....I was depressed recoverying from a knee injury and might not be able to do my sport (hang gliding) any more....but watching your videos really cheers me up. Blessings from Mexico
That is some of the best footage I've seen. Unreal.
All other surfers right around Kai: "Oh, man, we're too far from the drop for this wave".
Kai: "Hold my beer".
Absolutely awesome footage...thanks for sharing.
Curious, what's the protocol for dropping in on dudes at Mavericks?
I think in general with big wave surfing if there is room on the wave and you are not getting in the way or ruining a critical section for someone else then it is fine to share waves
Same thought, saw it twice.
Broken front teeth and a major concussion.
No ones putting a hand on Kai and he’s not either. He’s. $1.50
3:40 is an angle very few of us will ever get to experience. Airdropping on a monster at Mavericks. Incredible.
Yes, that was amazing! I'm glad you gave the time so I didn't have to go looking for it. I love watching all the good surfers, but what is is about Kai? He has a gracefulness that other surfers don't have. A joy to watch.
What a crazy dose of awesome footage 👏👏👏. Gracias, please post more.
Wow crazy,!
Dude that was The most bad ass drop from mavericks so far!!!
Holy crap Kai! Thanks for sharing that footage. That's a cool perspective being able to see the wave like that. Gives a better appreciation of that water monster chasing you from behind.
Madness. The go pro makes the wave look way further back than it must be. And how smooth was that ski pick up
Agreeee yes flawless...
“NASTY” DUDE! KILLER FOOTAGE!
Simply insane! 😜
You don't just survive the day Kai, you freakin rule it! 🤙
Kai still remembers to adjust the GoPro!! Most people out there just want to survive the day!!
The GoPro board Mount POV is amazing yes yes yes yeah... Thanks for sharing!!! I think the board Mount POV from the nose of the board the is actually a better camera angle than the mouth mount but any POV of any kind surfing especially of waves like these is awesome awesome awesome...
Happy surfing from VIRGINIA BEACH!!!+++:)))
Unreal footages! 🤙🏻
Man, that poor guy at 4:07 lol
So brutal
Me: I want to surf. Also me: scared of small waves
This make me want to surf big outside corner uluwatu , hopely this year we get huge swell 🙏🏾
Big question, how do you detach from your tow in board?? do you just jump out of before you wipe out or does it naturally slide off your feet? Always curious about this one
Feet slide out
Sometimes a good time can turn into survival! Glad u made it
One of the best. Go Kai
How are there so many people out there?
do you do cuts between falls or are the wipeouts really that quick?
Ahhhh so good i want rn ahhh amazing waves gotta keep myself over I always watch amazed riding the heavy waves with heavy music like Delta Parole or with relaxing music videos in background.
Gnarly man, really shows the split second decisions that need to be made to avoid death. Nothing but respect kai
Respect dude!!!
Awesome ! Amazing footage !!
I always enjoy your content. Thank you. How do you keep the lens free of water droplets?
That has to be the 64k question,🤔 crystal 🤙 must be special Lens cleaning fluid, He is beautiful to watch, he does what I used to fantasize about 40 yr ago 🖐️😊
Dude you make it look effortless stroking into these giants
Thats some intense footage. Thanks for sharing
First I love your vids ceep up the good work and shredding
Suuuuuuch great footage, thanks so much for sharing! That one where all of a sudden there was no more water beneath you, SO great! hahaha
I’ve seen a few other videos from that weekend this is absolutely incredible to see it from your board’s vantage point. WOW! Much respect 🙏
What peaple dont understand is that the go pro doesn't really show what you go thru.I always amired how much he charges.
Just insane how fast swell picks up at Mavericks, I check Surfline one day, it's generally small, next day it's like 35-50. To imagine surfing these monsters is unreal. Props to Kai.
Jesus that's heavy!!
Biggest surf of my life was Puerto Rico on a hurricane. 10ft when we paddled out but every set got bigger and bigger, next thing I know I'm the only guy left in the lineup in 25t+ surf and a crowd of people watching on the beach. I was petrified and thankfully was able to ride the shoulder of a huge set into the beach.
Sick!!!😲
Beautiful!
My God lord almighty. You are fearless! My God this is awesome footage!
is it cool to drop in on ppl like that at mavs?
Doing them a favor
3:45 when it's nothing but whitewater you know there's going to be trouble
Wow ! Is it the day where they cancelled the mav invitational as it was too big ?
This man can do anything
This is the definition of crazy
I'm not a surfer, but of course your videos are awesome. Question. How fast are you going on these monster waves?
Also, at what point do you have to switch to a board that has footstraps? Peace ✌ ☮
Wow .... 2:45 is a sick clip Kai Lenny!
Kai...you are a total beast!!!!
Wow You make it look easy but it’s not , I can see you have done a lot of training in the off season. What board are you riding ?
best intro ever. love from ny
So when you get wiped out, do you actually get out of the water that quickly or did you cut some parts out ? When I surf smaller waves it still feels like I have to resist to get out for couple seconds. SO I was wondering did you cut that part out ?
Impressively surreal
Loving it
brah, why these waves so small?
When is cranking, how deep is the water?
Yo’ to think I learned it all right there and then watch this only to pucker. Often I wonder if it’s scary looking than it actually is, then I wake up and remember IT’S TERRIFYINGLY beautiful everytime.
Great footage Kai, was hoping you and the Hawaii boys would have got some really good ones as well, the swell looked kind of unpredictable, either way great stuff.💯🔥🤙
Did you ever try facing the camera forward? That might be a sick view as well
5:24 someone's going left?!!!
It's a sea monkey
Incredible footage man thanks for sharing this with us all 🌊👍🇨🇦
What you boys surfing in canada eh ?
@@Pucksndeep6 😂 nope just dreaming EH ✌️
@@canadadan4437 haha love it ! Get out herr and give it a go
@@Pucksndeep6 Lol it’s been over 30 years since I got on a board and on my best day Mavericks is way out of my league
@@canadadan4437 That makes two of us buddy. Mavericks is a very very scary place haha
3:56 - clean up set !
When Kai throws shade 😎
A lot of snaking too!
Absofreaking awesome..Kai.
Why are the tow ins sped up like 2x?
So sick! You make it look so easy bro 🤷🏻♂️😁
Super video man thanks
Kai: take care yourself! We all watch you and love ❤️ you from your home town! 💐Aloha🌊🤙
I was shitting myself watching your footing on the first wave😭😭⚒
Totally sick!!
Can someone tell me why tow-in boards are so short and how it’s possible to ride massive waves on such a short board? Much appreciated!
Basically looks like you're flirting with an avalanche.. You're toooooo rad, Kai!
Kai what happen during a wipe out after a tow in if your feet stay stuck in the strap? Did it ever happened to you?
4:59 That was sick!
Looks like you’re having a lot of
Fun. But damn that looks scary
Is it normal that the last 4/5 waves were basically all drop-ins 4:05 4:45 5:03?! Pretty sketchy in those conditions 😱
what happened at 3:42 ? So confused.
Who's the poor guy at 4:05
SICKKKKK!!!!!!! Brah 🤙
Does that pad on the board mean no more waxing? Anyway this water must be freezing and the murkyness means you can't see the Great White sharks!
If you need me I'll be at the jetty. great footage, man. thx