To the people who never surfed before, when you see a 5 foot wave you might say it's small, but actually surfing waves and feeling the full force of the ocean is different. A 5 foot wave might feel like a monster. I can't even begin to explain the size of balls people have by surfing these waves. Amazing.
The only thing amazing about this is she is ALIVE! Balls..ahh she is a girl I hope she has no balls! Maybe you like girls with penis? If she is experienced in riding waves at this level and speed, well done, congrats! I can see her courage to ride the big wave. But this wave was two times bigger then she had ever previously ridden...this is crazy and stupid!
Is anyone actually going to comment without saying wether they're first or not? Respect the video guys, this was a powerful story of an incredible surfer who almost lost her life. It takes balls to attempt a wave that big. Balls that I can only dream of having. Kudos to Maya and her team. Great video as usual RedBull
The documentary on HBO about Nazare shows this story more in depth. The team had never been to Nazare before and some safety standards were ignored. Normally you have 2 jet-skis out there and someone spotting from the shore with binoculars radioing to the jet skiers they didn’t have either of these just the one ski. What this fails to show you is when she is floating facedown in the water for a few minutes and Carlos’s failed attempts picking her up with the ski resorts to him driving back to the beach and wading out into the waist deep water to finally pull her to shore. She really shouldn’t be alive…
This is truly awesome. Much respect for Maya G. I'm also not seeing enough Red Bull product placement here. Can we have more next time? Thanks a bunch!
@diver dave Yes and a lot of kids drink it and it is very bad for them but hey ...gets her a mercedes and a luxury lifestyle while risking her life...oh wait other vocations risk their lives too and don't promote crap products and drive mercedes. Not her fault and system is broken.
So many people commenting on how she shouldn't of been out there.Who are you to judge!She trains harder than most and has the attitude and courage to take on these waves,so let her do what she does best and applaud it .She handled it so well,much respect!
Yeah, nihilistic, self-centered dreams that risk your only life with the possibility of missing out on all the beautiful, meaningful things life has to offer and risk the pain you cause to all your loved ones. It's her life, her choice, but don't expect me to admire her choices, or admire those other surfers out there.
+ralf m so in your opinion is a better choice to live empty, but safe life? If you live an unsatisfied life you can cause the pain to your loved ones as well, with your depression, grumpy attitude, etc.
They can easily get up to and over 50mph. So pretty much highway speeds! Glad you made it through this maya! Can't wait to see you break the women's world record, we'll be watching.
So many people who say that she is stupid or something like that have never do extrem sport like that. They don't know how it feels, how it is but they think that they have to decide for her what she had to do. They know nothing.. It's her own decision. And all my mistakes can u ignore
I think she has her percentages wrong. The jet ski put his life on the line in order to save hers. jet skis don't work in white water very well because foam isn't a good propellant. She didn't give him enough credit. floating to the surface isn't the hardest task in the world when you have a life jacket on.
Benjamin Goodlich the white water is what the wave makes when the lip hits but after a big set let alone 60 foot faces breaking on the water the white water stays behind and since you dont float well in it it challenging to get back onto the board
I will never understand a woman like this. She's just plain crazy. That's just crazy. All I can say I have alot of awe and respect for someone who loves something sooo dangerous and scary so much.
wow u got balls girl. u cant hate on her. this is a surfers dream to ride waves like this. to survive a wipe out in that and come through. speaks volumes in its self to her courage!!!!
she's beautiful but I think the best thing is that she's not just about her looks, she's not superficial like what seems a lot of women, she has ambition and determination, she goes above and beyond for what she loves and that is far more attractive and respectful than just looks alone
Twice the guy on the wave runner missed her. rather than make a wide arc circle for her to grab the rope in her present condition he had time to get in closer and grab her and pull her on board. Its just his fault that she got into deep trouble,
A huge amount of respect to maya and carlos Laird and kelly are dinosaurs They had there turn in the lime light Its carlos and mayas turn Im supporting and rooting you both on
When the rescue ski dragged her by the tow rope, that was what caused her to stop breathing. Jet ski pilot should have activated the quick release preventing her from being dragged under water for meters
The sponsor plugs in this video are the least subtle things I've ever seen. Let's drink some Red Bull, put on our Red Bull hats, hop on some Red Bull jet skis with Red Bull flags and hit the waves
i watched some other ski rescues the ski should slow down and stop next to the surfer so they have chance to grab on but he was going to fast and spun the ski over the top of her looks like she got towed most of the way back in underwater :/
She broke an ankle. How many guys broke an ankle that day. She weights 115 pounds. She was dead if not for the men who saved her on the beach that gave her CPR and M2M. Carlos knows he did something wrong it’s all over his face. He drown her on the way into the sand by dragging her through very heavy currents instead of getting her on the ski. Have another Red Bull Carlos maybe you can catch another wave after your partner or rather sacrifice just cane inches from death. These athletes think training saved them it was a miracle. Shame on you Carlos.
Those waves are so enormous it's insane. People can't comprehend it if they've never been out in the open ocean. Those are 4 story buildings they're surfing on. Charge on.
What do you mean? Attempting suicide? She clearly was not ready to face some of the most brutal waves in the world. That's not a goal. That's bad preparation.
This woman is fearless. Wouldn't it have been possible for the Red Bull marketing squad to tone down the sales pitch during this interview? They are telling about a near death experience and they have to pitch product like they're on the shopping channel. Very Crass.
The driver failed her. What's amazing is the wave chop making her bounce dropping into that thing broke her ankle. The driver should be thankful she survived.
have you ever drove a jetski running from waves that are as high as a 10 storey building seeing a friend of your that you know for YEARS literally dying in front of you?
Andrew Cotton,at Nazare....The most scariest,powerful, wipe out ever.This guy,in that day,had GOOD besides him...no dout.the scariest thing i ever seen.only a broken back,in the middle,of an "Nuclear blast" Unbeliveble.Great Adrew Cotton.
There is video of her making one of these choppy monsters. She could do it but it seems that this one caused her ankle to fail. I don't know if that's something they train for but surfing even small waves hits the feet very hard.
The reply system is rooted so I can't reply to the pleb saying that that wave is small and generally talking shit. You clearly don't surf, that wave is the messiest meanest point break i've seen, and I don't think anyone commenting on this video including myself would run that wave, this chick is charging a wave that is easily big enough to cause her to hit the bottom, drown, break bones (as proven), tear muscles and possibly the worst thing for a surfer, cause her to wipe out in a way that will emotionally stop her from surfing, and yeah she wiped out but, she did so on a wave that I wouldn't even think of surfing, if it's any more than 9 ft and sucking or pulling hard then I won't go out, not because i'm scared but because i know i'm not good enough.
It's rather strange that both of them would make a point to tell everyone that if it wasn't for themselves it may have turned out differently? Usually after such a harrowing experience you are to humbled to "thank" yourself.......Maybe that's part of their up-bringing as Brazilians?
One has to know when the limits are reach. She clearly reach hers, not only physicaly but also in her ability. She just run away from the wave and did not really surf the wave... There is a big difference in skills and commitment between one being pulled at full speed and going straight down a big wave not looking back and hoping to outrun the wave and the one to chose deliberatly to do the bottom turn and confront the wave and surf it...
These two aren't very humble are they. It annoys me when people over analyse a situation in hindsight..I doubt anything was going through her mind about "knowing she would have to rely on instincts to keep her alive" I doubt very much at all was going through her mind after that wipeout..
The fact that she went is huge, but the fact he had multiple chances to put her on the sled and most likely drown her pulling her through the white water not clear water says to me he just used her for himself and you can see it in his eyes. He used her to boost redbull, himself and her. Find another partner girl!!
+Callum Nickson I am from Ventura Ca. I have surfed for almost thirty years. Every one has there opinion and that's mine. She should have been on the beach!
Spot on. Her ankle breaks because it’s half the size of mine and she only weights 100 pounds. This is jackass on surfboards and this Carlos guy absolutely made this happen. Like you said his eyes tell the tale. He goes back out??? He is a total phony. Your right about drowning her. She was conscience enough to hold on until she wasn’t which was very near the shore. He’s lucky she Survived otherwise that was on him all the way. I’d do it again. Hi five. Haha. Have another Red Bull Carlos the sellout.
Wow. He was the one to say ...."Let's take this, its ours, no one else ..." Ah yeah, no one else for maybe a good reason. Dang. Did she have to rely on his saying when to go?
I really fail to understand the reason why people surf at Nazare I've been surfing for 12 years and can understand the beauty of a place like Pipeline, a mesmerising spot that produces breathtaking waves. Nazare isn't beautiful, isn't fun, any time you enter the waters there you are gambling and whilst that is the case with every spot in the world, I feel like there are no benefits to surfing those waves. If you make it "you escaped death" you didn't ride a magnificent wave, they are monsters
It's not just her own life which she put in danger but the rescuer's life as well.What's it for? I noticed she crosses herself before entering the surf?
I know Carlos is a good big wave surfer but it looks like he didnt know what he was doing on the ski . Looked like Maya grabbed the rope and thats what fucked her. Once she grabbed the rope he shouldnt of took off on the ski. thats just my thoughts on it
To the people who never surfed before, when you see a 5 foot wave you might say it's small, but actually surfing waves and feeling the full force of the ocean is different. A 5 foot wave might feel like a monster. I can't even begin to explain the size of balls people have by surfing these waves. Amazing.
The only thing amazing about this is she is ALIVE! Balls..ahh she is a girl I hope she has no balls! Maybe you like girls with penis? If she is experienced in riding waves at this level and speed, well done, congrats! I can see her courage to ride the big wave. But this wave was two times bigger then she had ever previously ridden...this is crazy and stupid!
stefan speidel I've done 12 foot. Huge, monsters, imagine these bro! I'm afraid of heights lmao
So true
When you're prone on your board paddling out a *ripple* is "overhead"...so 5' can be daunting.
I surfed some small waves before probably 3-5ft and when you fall off its crazy how you're tossed around
My heart literally sank when she took that second wave on the head , she must have had angels watching over her because nobody survives that.
+Hurley Cape town So true
You're my HEROINE!!!! Thank you for sharing your INSPIRATIONAL story. Very touching!!
Is anyone actually going to comment without saying wether they're first or not? Respect the video guys, this was a powerful story of an incredible surfer who almost lost her life. It takes balls to attempt a wave that big. Balls that I can only dream of having. Kudos to Maya and her team. Great video as usual RedBull
The documentary on HBO about Nazare shows this story more in depth. The team had never been to Nazare before and some safety standards were ignored. Normally you have 2 jet-skis out there and someone spotting from the shore with binoculars radioing to the jet skiers they didn’t have either of these just the one ski. What this fails to show you is when she is floating facedown in the water for a few minutes and Carlos’s failed attempts picking her up with the ski resorts to him driving back to the beach and wading out into the waist deep water to finally pull her to shore. She really shouldn’t be alive…
Carlos is a mf arrogant narcissist. Can’t believe no one has directly blamed him for this mess
This is truly awesome. Much respect for Maya G.
I'm also not seeing enough Red Bull product placement here. Can we have more next time? Thanks a bunch!
+Jimmy J hahahaha a red bull clock is missing on the wall as well hahahahaha
@diver dave Yes and a lot of kids drink it and it is very bad for them but hey ...gets her a mercedes and a luxury lifestyle while risking her life...oh wait other vocations risk their lives too and don't promote crap products and drive mercedes. Not her fault and system is broken.
So many people commenting on how she shouldn't of been out there.Who are you to judge!She trains harder than most and has the attitude and courage to take on these waves,so let her do what she does best and applaud it .She handled it so well,much respect!
Ryan Smith I like how you think Ryan. I agree. And Fuck narrow minded haters just using this as an excuse to preach self righteous bullshit.
+JWG@Large If you used half the energy you do on other people chasing their dreams you may reach yours.
That's bull....philosophy.We all have just ONE life.
Yeah, nihilistic, self-centered dreams that risk your only life with the possibility of missing out on all the beautiful, meaningful things life has to offer and risk the pain you cause to all your loved ones. It's her life, her choice, but don't expect me to admire her choices, or admire those other surfers out there.
+ralf m so in your opinion is a better choice to live empty, but safe life? If you live an unsatisfied life you can cause the pain to your loved ones as well, with your depression, grumpy attitude, etc.
"I love it, I would do everything again"
"Me too!"
That's some awesome passion.
Girl is recounting a near death experience and Red Bull producers insist she wear that stupid hat and forces both of them to hold Red Bull cans.
Maybe she likes wearing hats and drinking red bull
ok everyone is negative her goal in life is to ride big waves and get pitted. If she dies doing what she loves then did she really fail at life.
Wow, she is one lucky lady, some people don't come out of that alive. Respect to both of them
They can easily get up to and over 50mph. So pretty much highway speeds! Glad you made it through this maya! Can't wait to see you break the women's world record, we'll be watching.
So many people who say that she is stupid or something like that have never do extrem sport like that. They don't know how it feels, how it is but they think that they have to decide for her what she had to do. They know nothing.. It's her own decision.
And all my mistakes can u ignore
my grammar mistakes
You can edit your posts you know.
WOW I WONDER WHO SPONSORED THIS WONDERFUL VIDEO
Paul Bunyun red bull
clau delatorre i think he ment it as a joke😉
Tampons
The sheer terror of sensing the second wave about to strike you when you're struggling to breathe from the battering of the first...
This is awesome. Carlos and Maya make an awesome team. Maya is is an incredible surfer and absolutely beautiful. I hope for a speedy recovery!
Wow the editing in this video is stunning I admire the filmers and photographers for red bull:)
I think she has her percentages wrong. The jet ski put his life on the line in order to save hers. jet skis don't work in white water very well because foam isn't a good propellant. She didn't give him enough credit. floating to the surface isn't the hardest task in the world when you have a life jacket on.
The life vest exploded as well. I agree though about the percentages, 60%-40% would be a better way to thank Carlos.
she lost the life jacket as soon as she wiped out, but you got a good point, I agree.
U cant float well in white water bud
Benjamin Goodlich bro i am a surfer, and in thick white water like that you dint float because it is just air bubbles
Benjamin Goodlich the white water is what the wave makes when the lip hits but after a big set let alone 60 foot faces breaking on the water the white water stays behind and since you dont float well in it it challenging to get back onto the board
I'm even afraid entering the deep end of the swimming pool.
Awesome! The last 30 seconds of the video was awesome, made the whole video that much more awesome.
Did I mention the video was awesome?...
What a courageous woman, and kudos to her rescuers. Incredible.
She is a fighter, and very lucky to have survived here and Tahiti
This is so scary. I'd be too scared to surf something like this
redbull, redbull everywhere
I know, no-one with any sense even drinks the shit. But still, I'm glad they sponsor all these crazy people to do crazy shit:)
dan m yea im also glad they do, i just found it funny how over saturated with their logo this video was :)
yep and makes young people think it is good for them. she ought to have a conscience and find a different sponsor.
The way they laugh it off at the end and say they would do it again,....yeah, they're crazy...and it's awesome
I will never understand a woman like this. She's just plain crazy. That's just crazy. All I can say I have alot of awe and respect for someone who loves something sooo dangerous and scary so much.
wow u got balls girl. u cant hate on her. this is a surfers dream to ride waves like this. to survive a wipe out in that and come through. speaks volumes in its self to her courage!!!!
And skill. She trained for wipeout.
she's beautiful but I think the best thing is that she's not just about her looks, she's not superficial like what seems a lot of women, she has ambition and determination, she goes above and beyond for what she loves and that is far more attractive and respectful than just looks alone
Twice the guy on the wave runner missed her. rather than make a wide arc circle for her to grab the rope in her present condition he had time to get in closer and grab her and pull her on board. Its just his fault that she got into deep trouble,
Paul O'Reilly He saved her life, you idiot.
dave chandler Have you driven a ski in the currents of 50 foot plus surf? Best Shut the fuck up then.
when was your last 100foot jetsky ride?
dave chandler ya man he's timid on that ski..wouldn't get in close..needs more hours on a big machine.
Unreal to see her back absolute legend hardcore love her
It,s not for me to say whether Maya should be out there in conditions like this but I would like to say that I respect her without reservation
A huge amount of respect to maya and carlos
Laird and kelly are dinosaurs
They had there turn in the lime light
Its carlos and mayas turn
Im supporting and rooting you both on
Red bull here, red bull there, red bull sponsors everywhere
When the rescue ski dragged her by the tow rope, that was what caused her to stop breathing. Jet ski pilot should have activated the quick release preventing her from being dragged under water for meters
Quick release of what? the tow rope?
She got worked
The sponsor plugs in this video are the least subtle things I've ever seen. Let's drink some Red Bull, put on our Red Bull hats, hop on some Red Bull jet skis with Red Bull flags and hit the waves
Hi friend, nice sharing so interesting love it 💕
i watched some other ski rescues the ski should slow down and stop next to the surfer so they have chance to grab on but he was going to fast and spun the ski over the top of her looks like she got towed most of the way back in underwater :/
I guess people surf those big waves because they're there. I really admire these surfers. You go, young lady, go!
Need to have a GPS on the sea doo for tracking down surfers in these types of situations!!!
Next year that will come about...
Emotional video realy good
i dont wanna be that guy but i feel obligated to help the ones who don't speak english yet but... really* ;p
I love ur positivity ur one of a kind godbless🙏
Maya and Carlos both awesome.
Thanks to Monster Beverage for this awesome docu.
Wow, those waves were so big, I wouldn't last 5 seconds out there. I don't know how she survived after being hammered by all that white water
there is nothing more important than life or death. she put everything on the line for this. nothing but hand claps. amazing
She broke an ankle. How many guys broke an ankle that day. She weights 115 pounds. She was dead if not for the men who saved her on the beach that gave her CPR and M2M. Carlos knows he did something wrong it’s all over his face. He drown her on the way into the sand by dragging her through very heavy currents instead of getting her on the ski. Have another Red Bull Carlos maybe you can catch another wave after your partner or rather sacrifice just cane inches from death. These athletes think training saved them it was a miracle. Shame on you Carlos.
Those waves are so enormous it's insane. People can't comprehend it if they've never been out in the open ocean. Those are 4 story buildings they're surfing on. Charge on.
Surfing talent aside... Maya is an absolute beauty!
What speed do those waves create on surfers?
Very warming and touching Maya is special. Look at how she looks at Carlos very endearing!
so much respect to the both of them.
the waters no Joke..¡m glad you pulled it off.
Well worth a watch for anyone seeking Inspiration & that extra push to achieve your goals. Are girls as tough as men? I think so!
What do you mean? Attempting suicide? She clearly was not ready to face some of the most brutal waves in the world. That's not a goal. That's bad preparation.
This woman is fearless. Wouldn't it have been possible for the Red Bull marketing squad to tone down the sales pitch during this interview? They are telling about a near death experience and they have to pitch product like they're on the shopping channel. Very Crass.
I WANT TO GET REDBULLS ATTENTION JUST TO SAY THAT I LOVE YOU GUYS KBYE
Amazing
She's amazing! No matter what, she's brave an that's it!!! Amazing woman!!!
What's carlos getting from this ?
One badass girl.
We love you sweetheart, keep it up!
awesome job promoting the sponsors while telling your story. ...really frames the realness
thank god they can have a Red Bull and talk about it
A very close call indeed. She should stick to smaller waves.
The driver failed her. What's amazing is the wave chop making her bounce dropping into that thing broke her ankle. The driver should be thankful she survived.
have you ever drove a jetski running from waves that are as high as a 10 storey building seeing a friend of your that you know for YEARS literally dying in front of you?
Wow, amazing. That's one tough chick. That would've been very scary.
Emocionante....
I would've had zero sympathy if she didn't make it, riding waves this big is just stupid and senseless.
OMG. She is incredible...
I wonder if some ppl would go big wave riding on those hydrofoil boards. They eliminate the deadly bumps.
Andrew Cotton,at Nazare....The most scariest,powerful, wipe out ever.This guy,in that day,had GOOD besides him...no dout.the scariest thing i ever seen.only a broken back,in the middle,of an "Nuclear blast"
Unbeliveble.Great Adrew Cotton.
Vais voltar cá nao vais?
damn, no joke being on the inside of that monster...
Wonderful
These rock!
There is video of her making one of these choppy monsters. She could do it but it seems that this one caused her ankle to fail. I don't know if that's something they train for but surfing even small waves hits the feet very hard.
She is brave for her attempts, and passion pushes you past your limits. I say you go girl!
She got lucky on that one ... very dangerous place IMO
The reply system is rooted so I can't reply to the pleb saying that that wave is small and generally talking shit. You clearly don't surf, that wave is the messiest meanest point break i've seen, and I don't think anyone commenting on this video including myself would run that wave, this chick is charging a wave that is easily big enough to cause her to hit the bottom, drown, break bones (as proven), tear muscles and possibly the worst thing for a surfer, cause her to wipe out in a way that will emotionally stop her from surfing, and yeah she wiped out but, she did so on a wave that I wouldn't even think of surfing, if it's any more than 9 ft and sucking or pulling hard then I won't go out, not because i'm scared but because i know i'm not good enough.
It's rather strange that both of them would make a point to tell everyone that if it wasn't for themselves it may have turned out differently? Usually after such a harrowing experience you are to humbled to "thank" yourself.......Maybe that's part of their up-bringing as Brazilians?
One has to know when the limits are reach. She clearly reach hers, not only physicaly but also in her ability. She just run away from the wave and did not really surf the wave...
There is a big difference in skills and commitment between one being pulled at full speed and going straight down a big wave not looking back and hoping to outrun the wave and the one to chose deliberatly to do the bottom turn and confront the wave and surf it...
Ahhhh...Gatorade....love that drink after hours surfing.
We all float down here
These two aren't very humble are they. It annoys me when people over analyse a situation in hindsight..I doubt anything was going through her mind about "knowing she would have to rely on instincts to keep her alive" I doubt very much at all was going through her mind after that wipeout..
Nice, guys! you are bold.
AMAAAAZIIIIIING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i read about her in 'good night stories for rebel girls' :)
Is it El Niño year
The fact that she went is huge, but the fact he had multiple chances to put her on the sled and most likely drown her pulling her through the white water not clear water says to me he just used her for himself and you can see it in his eyes. He used her to boost redbull, himself and her. Find another partner girl!!
+Steve Blundell Yes, and he went right back out to catch more waves once she was in the hospital?
+Callum Nickson I am from Ventura Ca. I have surfed for almost thirty years. Every one has there opinion and that's mine. She should have been on the beach!
Spot on. Her ankle breaks because it’s half the size of mine and she only weights 100 pounds. This is jackass on surfboards and this Carlos guy absolutely made this happen. Like you said his eyes tell the tale. He goes back out??? He is a total phony. Your right about drowning her. She was conscience enough to hold on until she wasn’t which was very near the shore. He’s lucky she Survived otherwise that was on him all the way.
I’d do it again. Hi five. Haha. Have another Red Bull Carlos the sellout.
gosh it took them long enough
hell yeah it did
Wow it wasn’t even the wave that drowned her.. it was trying to get back to shore
Why did they do CPR, did she get to shore on the jetski or float up on to the beach.
I dont know who has the bigger balls here. I have been surfing forever and Nazarene isnt even in my wildest dreams of trying
Wow. He was the one to say ...."Let's take this, its ours, no one else ..." Ah yeah, no one else for maybe a good reason. Dang. Did she have to rely on his saying when to go?
Awesome
I wish I was that brave.
Real message of the video: Drink red bull or you will drown.
Thats because Red Bull has wings...awesome video! Love to watch surfing videos! It is an amazing sport!
I really fail to understand the reason why people surf at Nazare
I've been surfing for 12 years and can understand the beauty of a place like Pipeline, a mesmerising spot that produces breathtaking waves. Nazare isn't beautiful, isn't fun, any time you enter the waters there you are gambling and whilst that is the case with every spot in the world, I feel like there are no benefits to surfing those waves. If you make it "you escaped death" you didn't ride a magnificent wave, they are monsters
It's not just her own life which she put in danger but the rescuer's life as well.What's it for? I noticed she crosses herself before entering the surf?
Who puts himself in danger, perishes.
Horrible recovery by the guy on the ski and they should have had more than one
I know Carlos is a good big wave surfer but it looks like he didnt know what he was doing on the ski . Looked like Maya grabbed the rope and thats what fucked her. Once she grabbed the rope he shouldnt of took off on the ski. thats just my thoughts on it
I've had that "white vision" before. My wave was only 6 ft lol.