23.04.2019 · Surfing

Made In Ireland: Episode Three – The Misfits gallery

Ireland's big wave surfers are a tight-knit bunch, but there are a few expats in the crew who have been brought into the circle for their fearlessness in the surf, as well as their love for Ireland.

Australian surfer turned resident of Ireland Noah Lane has become one of Ireland's most prolific big-wave surfers.

Australian Noah Lane, like a hot knife through butter

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A group of Irish big wave surfers wait for a set at the big-wave spot Aileen's.

The beauty of Ireland's big-wave venues is like nothing else in the world

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Irish big-wave surfer Conor Maguire demonstrates true commitment on a big day at the big-wave spot Mullaghmore.

Conor Maguire, under the Mullaghmore guillotine

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Irish big-wave surfers Enda Curran and Conor Maguire bundle up the guns and warm clothes for a chilly session.

In Ireland, big waves mean freezing cold

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A group of Irish big-wave surfers dodge a set at the famous big-wave spot Aileen's.

The blue peak of Aileen's

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South African big-wave surfer Barry Mottershead finds a big, clean barrel in Ireland.

South African Barry Mottershead is one of Ireland's best big-wave surfers

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