Maverick's Morning

April 5, 2009

The cliffs overlooking Maverick's big wave surf competition. - Half Moon Bay, California, USA - Daily Travel Photos
(Half Moon Bay, California, USA)
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Waiting for the annual Maverick's Big Wave Surfing competition.

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