Measuring risk and reward at Mavericks
A local surfer and surf photographer discuss the industry, the Mavericks experience and the careful measure of risk and reward they perform when they enter the ocean.
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Mavericks surf contest brings star surfers, big swells to Half Moon Bay [PHOTOS]
After a two-year hiatus, the Mavericks Invitational surf contest captivated Half Moon Bay residents Sunday. The contest attracts surfers from across the globe who compete for $50,000.
Paddle out ceremony marks the beginning of Mavericks surf contest season (MULTIMEDIA)
Today in Half Moon Bay, an opening ceremony, known as the paddle out, marked the beginning of Mavericks Invitational surf contest season. View photos and video.
For Mavericks surfers, big waves mean tight travel time
Big-wave surfers who compete in the Mavericks Invitational get only 24-hours notice when the event will occur. They have to be prepared to drop everything and travel, often halfway around the world, to Half Moon Bay.
Window opens for Mavericks surf contest, causing big waves for small town [PHOTOS]
Half Moon Bay’s elite surfing contest, Mavericks, could take place anytime between now and March 31, depending on weather conditions. Event organizers held opening ceremonies yesterday.
Change of Tide — surfers take over Mavericks surf competition in Half Moon Bay (VIDEO)
A group of surfers and surf photographers convinced the San Mateo County Harbor Commission to grant them the permit for the Mavericks big-wave surf competition in Half Moon Bay.
Grant Washburn’s wild ride – surfer to help manage Half Moon Bay Mavericks contest
Charismatic surfer Grant Washburn, local fixture in Half Moon Bay, is part of the group of surf enthusiasts taking over management of the Mavericks competition. Related Story: Surfers to run Mavericks surf competition