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Jason Momoa Recalls Near-Drowning in Maui Surf
Jason Momoa was rescued by fellow surfers after his leash snapped during a 13-mile paddle at Maui's dangerous Peahi spot amid 10-foot waves and strong winds in 2007.
- During the latest Smartless episode, Momoa described how he almost drowned during a 2007 surf trip off Maui at Peahi, almost losing his life.
- While paddling along Maui, Momoa said his surfboard leash snapped around seven miles into the 13-mile trip at Peahi, called 'Jaws' by surfers.
- During the ordeal, Momoa was thrown from his board by brutal waves and strong currents, with waves reaching about 10-foot heights at the break.
- Thankfully, fellow surfers battled the turbulent surf to reach Momoa and bring him ashore, with Momoa saying, `I’m so grateful to those guys.`
- Looking back, Momoa says the experience deepened his respect for ocean safety and the ocean’s power, urging surfers to understand conditions and limits.
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