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Nov 18, 2021 · Jay Moriarity was a surfer and adventurer born on 16 June 1978 in Augusta, GA. He was recognized as a flexible surfer who enjoyed all elements of surfing and was not restricted to a shortboard or a longboard. He was also a swimmer, paddler, diver, and fisherman.
Oct 17, 2021 · October 17, 2021 by Luke. A Californian legend and focus point of the unforgettable surf film “Chasing Mavericks”, Jay Moriarity is a name that every surf lover has heard of and come to respect. During his short life of only 22 years, Jay made a name for himself as the youngest person to surf Mavericks at the time, and a spirit that ...
Jun 13, 2021 · Since his death in 2001, Jay Moriarity’s legend has continued to grow as a rare talent taken too soon, and a soul of kindness. His iconic wipeout at Mavericks at age 16 remains one of the most memorable moments in surfing. Jay Moriarity’s 23 rd birthday dawned without him.
Dec 19, 2019 · Thursday, 19 December 2019. Twenty-five years ago today, Jay Moriarity paddled out to Mavericks and leapt into oblivion. It was midway through the best run of swell since the Northern Californian big wave spot was unveiled to the public in now legendary circumstances.
Jun 15, 2011 · Today marks the 10th anniversary of the death of Jay Moriarity on the day before he was to turn 23. Kim Moriarity wants to counter the perception that Jay was doing something reckless when...
Dec 19, 2014 · A look back at the impact of Jay Moriarity's historic Mavericks wipeout.
Aug 18, 2012 · 'Chasing Mavericks' honors the surf life of Jay Moriarity. August 18, 2012 | Surfing. "Chasing Mavericks" is a biopic surf movie about the short, intense, and real surf life of Jay Moriarity. The inspirational true story of the iconic surfing phenom is played by Jonny Weston.
