A break in the surfing haven of Pe'ahi, located off the north shore of Maui, “Jaws” was given its name in 1975 by three surfers John Roberson, John Lemus and John Potterick who noticed the swell quickly changed from smaller waves to larger, dangerous ones.
What does Jaws mean in surfing?
Pe'ahi
What island is Jaws on in Hawaii?
Maui's
Was Jaws filmed in Hawaii?
It's the same beach used for the soccer game in the first Karate Kid movie (1984). Released in 2015, the newest “Point Break” film was filmed at a host of stunning locations around the world, and partially filmed at Maui's biggest surf break, Jaws-Peahi.
What month are the big waves in Hawaii?
The months between November and February are the best times to see big wave surfing. The massive waves can sometimes swell up to thirty feet or more—dangerous even for experienced surfers—so always heed warning signs.
What causes Jaws in Hawaii?
During the winter months of October-April, large winter storms moving south of Alaska send waves towards the Hawaiian Islands. At certain breaks such as Peahi (aka “Jaws”), the waves can grow to over 70 feet during the largest swells of winter.
What time of year does Jaws break?
This surf mecca is nicknamed Jaws for good reason. From November to March, monstrous swells can reach up to 70 feet pushing speeds of 30 miles per hour. Its thunderous roar rattles surrounding fields of sugarcane and pineapple.
How do I get to Jaws Maui?
Directions: Pass through the town of Paia heading on the Hana Highway east (HI-route 36-E). You will reach the turn to Jaws in 7 miles. On your way, you might turn out at the "Hookipa Lookout" (1.9 miles) to access the conditions of waves before making the journey further to "Jaws".
Where is the surf spot called Jaws?
Maui
What island is pipeline on?
The Banzai Pipeline, or simply Pipeline or Pipe, is a surf reef break located in Hawaii, off Ehukai Beach Park in Pupukea on O'ahu's North Shore. A reef break is an area in the ocean where waves start to break once they reach the shallows of a reef.
Body Count Victim Cause of Death
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1 Chrissie Watkins Dragged all about, devoured
2 Pippet the Dog Eaten by Bruce
3 Alex Alexander Kintner Pulled from Raft, devoured
4 Tiger Shark Shot in the Chest by harpoon (Off-screen)
How many surfers have died in Hawaii?
Region Hawaii
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Total attacks 137
Fatal attacks 11
Last fatality 2019