Ross gets nailed: Worst Shipsterns wipeout ever!
August 14th, 2008 by 6ixty Foot Productions
Ross wipes out on massive Shipsterns
Just got back from Shipsterns. It was 2 degrees C, snowing on the mountains, we got some waves and Ross copped one of the worst wipeouts ever – hurt his ankle had to go to hospital but he is OK and not broken – all on tape, stay tuned. For now, check out some lo rez shots in the gallery.
WuTan Man said | August 14th, 2008 at 4:12 pm
it takes more than a snarling 30ft tall, 25 tonne Shipsterns ice monster to break RCJ! Even it gets help from the razor-sharp black granite reef below.
but rest easy Ross - hope you get out of hospital soon.
(can’t wait to see the footage - hehehe)
- WM
The beast said | August 14th, 2008 at 4:19 pm
Go RCJ & TC. . . .
Charge hard . . . stay safe. . . . Heal stronger. . . .
Sandy said | August 14th, 2008 at 4:49 pm
I love brave men!!!
Sexy!
Josh Pykes said | August 14th, 2008 at 4:53 pm
Bloody legends!
Luke said | August 14th, 2008 at 5:20 pm
A long way from the fun of mad wax Ross and Tommy Gun, you had just as much rush….. I hope that you don’t push the envelope too far, remember the ocean always wins….in the end….
Nozza said | August 14th, 2008 at 5:30 pm
dimond figs what more can you say?
Grantus aka huey said | August 14th, 2008 at 6:47 pm
WOOOW that waves hectic, RCJ is the man just for even going that weid ass looking wave…..
greeno said | August 14th, 2008 at 7:32 pm
I’ve got Rheumatoid Arthiritis, I find it hard to push up to my feet on a board these days. But this toe in thing could work for me, I’ll give Ross and Tom a buzz for a try out hehe. Shippies here I come.
paul said | August 15th, 2008 at 7:19 am
extreme extreme extreme………..good job guys….crazy shit but!!
jez said | August 15th, 2008 at 7:43 am
how many waves were surfed in that session? that one empty barrel shot looks sick. i am an ex tassie local and am pretty sure there would be better tow options somewhere in the south west during such an impressive swell. there are numerous outer reefs off the north west aswell that would provide way bigger waves than dangerous banks. keep searching boys i”m sure you’ll find ur pot of gold out there somewhere!
kanan said | August 15th, 2008 at 10:31 am
dammnn boy u got owned
Fly on the wall said | August 15th, 2008 at 9:36 pm
With all due respect Jez, Nowhere in Tassie (maybe Australia) gets bigger than Dangerous Banks. You wouldn’t argue if you’ve seen the place - tidal amplification its called.
jez said | August 16th, 2008 at 6:31 pm
must admit haven’t seen dangerous banks in person, so fair call “fly on the wall”. From the photos posted though it didn’t look that big. what size waves are capable of breaking there? I have witnessed surfable 30-40 ft waves “somewhere” on the west coast. speaking to local fishermen i also know there are waves that break out on the continental shelf that have potential, but are usually hammered by strong onshore winds in big swells. who knows there may be a tassie style cortez out there somewhere
tommy said | August 16th, 2008 at 9:25 pm
who shot the footage where can we see it ????
N.P said | August 19th, 2008 at 9:43 pm
Hey i think your mad and maybe the big man does as well.Maybe its agood thing you hurt your foot next time you surf crazy shit chop ugly waves think of your life.
Chris said | August 23rd, 2008 at 6:38 pm
Yep, A mate of mine owns a farm just near the place, and last time I was there, I couldn’t beleive the size of the swell. Big, cold mean and nasty. I never imagined someone would try and surf it. Good stuff (crazy bastards!)
Aggro said | October 26th, 2008 at 8:20 pm
Hey there guys!
I was trying to chat with you on the 60mins show but it was crazy in there! i really want to send you guys one of my shirts please email me.
PS: You guys are MAAAAAD!!
Cheers!
Philbo said | October 26th, 2008 at 8:39 pm
Hi Guys< Absolutely stoked !, You Guys Deserve Mega Respect For what your Doing ! Yeah I know you can climb Everest, you can become a mercenary an go and shoot up people in Iraq or Afghanistan. Hey you can even try to be a “Real Hero” and earn megabucks as some souped up Corporate Exec, totally committed to the ongoing rape of the world. But you Guys ain’t trying to do anything but Fit In and Blend with what this gorgeous planet wants us to to truly enjoy and revel In.This Planet Deserves Absolute Respect and you Guys, With what your choosing to do, have No choice other than to give your absolute respect if you are to survive. If only, as part of our upbringing, We had to spend 5 minutes trying to do what you’s are Doin. Shit, this world would be a better place. Hey, Wish you Guy’s all the best and don’t forget to try and stay “upright” Onya’s.