From: lowedown
Hurricane Gustav was an extremely devastating storm. As it plowed over Cuba and moved into the Gulf, it became apparent that Gustav wasn't going to hit the East Coast of Florida. So, new plans were made, and when Cory Lopez flew into to Tallahassee from California, Alek Parker, Peter Mendia and Shea Lopez started the 8 to 10 hour drive to Panama City, Florida from Shea's house.
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..