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Day Two of the 2009 Billabong at Jeffreys Bay will go down in history as one of the most memorable in pro surfing history as flawless conditions led to some incredible surfing, including three 10-point rides. Absorb the new measuring stick of perfection and performance with Slater, Parko, Fanning, Reynolds, Jordy and crew go nuts.

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Massive Surf and Movie Making Leads to Mayhem at Mavericks

The 55-foot boat gets stuck inside...on purpose.

Hollywood producers only expected a few minor challenges when giving the story of legendary big-wave surfer, Jay Moriarty, the green-light. Clearly, they underestimated the task at hand.

The 55-foot "Huli Cat" nearly capsized at Mavericks, off the coast of Half Moon Bay, Calif. Photo: Frank Quirarte
Back in December, during early filming, actor Gerard Butler nearly drowned after being caught inside by a set of 25-foot waves. He endured a frightening two-wave hold-down, and..