Who's Ready For Mavericks Today?

Question

Today Mavericks surf contest is happening right now. Smooth waves with faces expected in the 25-30 foot range. 30K to the winner. The topography of the shelf just off pillar point has massive open ocean swells in one spot causing waves to suddenly double in size. 24 big wave riders will face the challenge and the reigning champion Grant Baker will be in attendance. We will be thankful if they all leave the water safely today and report to my question their experience of surviving another year at Mavericks.

Answer 1

Was the best contest I've seen in a while.  While the waves were not as frequent as most would have liked.  It had the best final I've ever watched.  I also was very impressed with the finalists pooling the purse and splitting it evenly.  Proving that they were just out having fun.  It was more about the surf than who won.  Great sportsmanship, rare these days.  Couldn't have asked for a better day.  Hopefully the Eddie will be just as good if and when it goes off.