Charging

charging
Originally uploaded by sosidesc

Charging is a term used to describe a surfer who has fully committed ones self to taking off and riding a big, fast and powerful wave. Here in this picture, Jeff Mitchell, is charging this wave. There is no sign of him pulling back or giving up. Total commitment. Total concentration. 100% determination. All this combined with excellent swimming ability and years of bodysurfing experience give him at least a chance. This was one of the biggest waves bodysurfed this day. Jeff made it for a while until the wave eventually overtook him.

This would have to be classified as extreme bodysurfing. Not your average playful experience in the waves. This is the sport / artform at it's highest level. Serious surfing with the potential for major consequences. It's as dangerous as it is thrilling. Trust me, this still picture doesn't show how much movement is going on or the speed in which it's all happening.