On Monday, the California coastline experienced some of the most extreme surfing conditions in history as giant swells assaulted the shores, offering up tumultuous waves, particularly at Mavericks, the famed big-wave hotspot. Frank Quirarte, a veteran of Mavericks Rescue, shared with SFGATE that the day presented “raw, gnarly, just crazy Mavericks,” with waves that soared beyond 60 feet. The site has long been a beacon for surf aficionados seeking to journey upon its storied waves.