Surviving MAVERICKS on a very scary day

Mavericks when the conditions are ruthless. Bumpy giant waves means scary wipeouts and also memorable rides.
‪@GoPro‬ #GoPro

[@jdopy8329]

When Kai Lenny says "very scary day", we know it's going to be mental🤯

[@theglyph1795]

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[@Samurai78420]

fEr TrUe! #Basics

[@oceanbroz4586]

True

[@SF-wr4zn]

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!

[@drewfinn2]

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...

[@DrDeuteron]

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.

[@TAKIDANI]

When the wave cast a shadow over you as you were paddling up the wave I got a shiver down my spine.

[@-deakpk04-99]

Body's anching all the time

[@monicacampbell4600]

Ominous, indeed!

[@R.S2210]

Time?

[@xplay3rx16]

@@R.S2210 3:53

[@R.S2210]

@@xplay3rx16 thxxx

[@frankymacf]

1:05 That rescue was slick AF

[@ThePowerMoves]

I don't understand though: was why a rescue even needed?

[@Ok-jo9ib]

@@ThePowerMoves so he doesn’t get swept up by all the waves it’s just safety measures

[@frankymacf]

@@ThePowerMoves To avoid the beatings on the paddle back out => higher wave count :)

[@ynech]

Great video. Surfing is cool.

[@Craigstaaygear]

truer words never spoken

[@derekjohnson9807]

You’re everywhere and its haunting me

[@bnguyen99345]

stop

[@andyclement40]

Drastic understatement

[@MonsieurLeRocck]

Kai surfs Mavericks like it's 2' overhead. Pretty amazing stuff.

[@sirsurfalot99]

All the while doing maneuvers like it's a tidy little 8 footer.

[@hiskystudios]

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.

[@kbkesq]

Here’s one! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIa3hn-watumq5I

[@richardhall5489]

​@@kbkesq Thanks......massive

[@hiskystudios]

After I eat a burrito I take a nap, Kai paddles into a Maverick monster like a dragon slayer. 🌯🌯🌯

[@warrenwilson6763]

Agree, cool to see the POV then the wide angle to give perspective.

[@vaskylark]

I get where you're coming from, but he's a world class surfer, not a film crew ya know?

[@krispewkrem3]

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!! ❤️🤙🏽

[@bato-o-5959]

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 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@surgprep1]

Absolutely awesome footage...thanks for sharing.

[@ecoturismovalle1570]

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

[@aaaaaaaaaaah7624]

props to this guy for actually slowing down some clips so we can see the size of the wave. Awesome job!

[@vaskylark]

This is so cool. Lovin' the GoPro wave action.

[@benmacpherson2918]

Keeps getting better and better

[@jdbuentello]

What a crazy dose of awesome footage 👏👏👏. Gracias, please post more.

[@gregorycampbell1857]

That is some of the best footage I've seen. Unreal.

[@sandiestrutin2353]

Unreal footages! 🤙🏻

[@ColletteCowan]

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 🙏

[@amadahita2073]

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.

[@erocnw1341]

Kai makes it look so easy and seems intense and relaxed at the same time. Very impressive.

[@chassegardee7694]

That's a lot of people for a very scary day. This is crazy. Way to go WaterMan.

[@barrywood7452]

Simply insane! 😜

[@rosamrc923]

Fabulous videos...terrifying massive waves. I cannot even imagine what 'very scary' must mean for us normal humans.

[@batizmeb]

I love pure video footage without music or random talk before. And I think kay lenny is probably the best surfer on earth

[@PostMeridianLyf]

I can tell you truly love the wave by the way you stare at the break

[@formatr6]

Thats some intense footage. Thanks for sharing

[@nelsonantonio5870]

Awesome ! Amazing footage !!

[@bendibuono9930]

Wow crazy,!

[@KopralTuuf]

This make me want to surf big outside corner uluwatu , hopely this year we get huge swell 🙏🏾

[@monicacampbell4600]

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!!!

[@kylewattssurfing3266]

Agree...

[@jonnyhalo1041]

Super video man thanks

[@Shane-wp3hs]

Man, that poor guy at 4:07 lol

[@millerpovey]

So brutal

[@kylewattssurfing3266]

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!!!+++:)))

[@ianschroth6575]

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.

[@ozreality]

Sometimes a good time can turn into survival! Glad u made it

[@skeptical-of-all1633]

Beautiful!

[@keeferdog5617]

“NASTY” DUDE! KILLER FOOTAGE!

[@rickromano8654]

Absofreaking awesome..Kai.

[@jasontaylor7823]

Dude that was The most bad ass drop from mavericks so far!!!

[@inalavalamp]

3:40 is an angle very few of us will ever get to experience. Airdropping on a monster at Mavericks. Incredible.

[@sharonwheeler1401]

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.

[@tecnohuerta3451]

Another top vídeo 👍👍

[@jodo1971]

Impressively surreal

[@Bl4d3DancR]

You don't just survive the day Kai, you freakin rule it! 🤙

[@gregraines8082]

Possibly the greatest waterman ever. Certainly the nicest.

[@dkelban]

This is the definition of crazy

[@frankle326]

Great stuff here... Thanks Kai.

[@themeekinsbrothers9416]

Loving it

[@calpal9983]

Awesome.

[@crimsonraen]

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

[@oceanbroz4586]

Respect dude!!!

[@MiMi-ce3ss]

My God lord almighty. You are fearless! My God this is awesome footage!

[@coachwilson5967]

Kai...you are a total beast!!!!

[@judeesee894]

Amazing

[@pumpupthevolume4775]

All other surfers right around Kai: "Oh, man, we're too far from the drop for this wave". Kai: "Hold my beer".

[@hillandrewdavid]

Dude you make it look effortless stroking into these giants

[@marceloriverorodriguez6911]

Amazing Guy!

[@andrewiangillies]

amazing

[@StarrTrix]

Me: I want to surf. Also me: scared of small waves

[@rjeption]

This man can do anything

[@cnacks4835]

Gnarly man, really shows the split second decisions that need to be made to avoid death. Nothing but respect kai

[@surfrewind4519]

Truly amazing

[@bootykingfaia]

holy crap, i’m new to surfing and this is all insane and so amazing, you kill it! but i can’t get over the noise the water makes. it’s like a living, breathing thing. so powerful. i’m from colorado so i only get to see the ocean a few times a year, and i never get to see it like this. that’s so cool.

[@michaelnachoescamilla6241]

A lot of snaking too!

[@bjbhehir]

Kai still remembers to adjust the GoPro!! Most people out there just want to survive the day!!

[@tcreate.s]

Awesomeness

[@montyalderton2493]

Nice party wave.

[@StandUpMagazin]

Epic perspective!

[@kellyvida93]

One of the best. Go Kai

[@jbcaptain11]

Wow .... 2:45 is a sick clip Kai Lenny!

[@El_Torpedo_Boy]

So sick! You make it look so easy bro 🤷🏻‍♂️😁

[@robbieevans6536]

Totally sick!!

[@markm9688]

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.

[@mattstockton2433]

Madness. The go pro makes the wave look way further back than it must be. And how smooth was that ski pick up

[@kylewattssurfing3266]

Agreeee yes flawless...

[@davidrivas6412]

Looks like you’re having a lot of Fun. But damn that looks scary

[@aldenaudricmatondo5800]

best intro ever. love from ny

[@jasonroczniak3749]

Sick angle

[@df238]

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.💯🔥🤙

[@allanvideos4098]

De superbes belles vues et angles , bravo 👏👏👍

[@off-grid-Plinio]

Sick!!!😲

[@okamisan3642]

If you need me I'll be at the jetty. great footage, man. thx

[@timothyskattum950]

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.

[@JEFFGUITAR]

Watching this tonight with a big joint 💥🤘

[@farwest6321]

3:56 - clean up set ! When Kai throws shade 😎

[@wingsbeers2755]

Good vibes bro . VIVA MEXICO

[@maxarensw]

Man..you rock...👍👍

[@SuperFlo8888]

Kai: take care yourself! We all watch you and love ❤️ you from your home town! 💐Aloha🌊🤙

[@FreeEditsForYou]

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

[@highperformancetechnology2229]

Feet slide out

[@WyldRhino]

That's an incredible sea-doo driver right there!

[@moestluck]

Sick!

[@ziggyclark5619]

First I love your vids ceep up the good work and shredding

[@buke45]

incredibly RAD!

[@Ash_malz]

Your my favourite surfer Kai!

[@canadadan4437]

Incredible footage man thanks for sharing this with us all 🌊👍🇨🇦

[@Pucksndeep6]

What you boys surfing in canada eh ?

[@canadadan4437]

@@Pucksndeep6 😂 nope just dreaming EH ✌️

[@Pucksndeep6]

@@canadadan4437 haha love it ! Get out herr and give it a go

[@canadadan4437]

@@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

[@Pucksndeep6]

@@canadadan4437 That makes two of us buddy. Mavericks is a very very scary place haha

[@kanedave5435]

WoW Crap that was Amazing!

[@timnolte9596]

What peaple dont understand is that the go pro doesn't really show what you go thru.I always amired how much he charges.

[@AtortAerials]

Kai inside the full rainbow for the win!

[@SSniperFly-lr7zb]

do you do cuts between falls or are the wipeouts really that quick?

[@ryanmitchell2160]

I always enjoy your content. Thank you. How do you keep the lens free of water droplets?

[@johngarin8290]

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 🖐️😊

[@markoehlerking9716]

SICKKKKK!!!!!!! Brah 🤙

[@SeedubsMedia]

Curious, what's the protocol for dropping in on dudes at Mavericks?

[@Nofishnoclue]

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

[@GC3-4370]

Same thought, saw it twice.

[@cookieman4903]

Broken front teeth and a major concussion.

[@thenextadventure6783]

No ones putting a hand on Kai and he’s not either. He’s. $1.50