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The shape of the ocean floor has some particular characteristics. It makes the wave mutate as it breaks, creating "steps" that can be very challenging to surf.

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The wave breaks on a shallow reef. Unlike much of Australia, the weather is usually cloudy and cold in this part of Tasmania.

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This surf spot, also known as Devil's Point or Shippies, is located in Tasmania, Australia.

▲So far, Pipeline has claimed 11 lives, with many others having suffered serious injuries there.

▲The spot is famous for its perfect hollow waves that break on a razor-sharp coral reef.

▲Professional surfer Mark Foo drowned while surfing Mavericks after his leash became entangled on the rocks during a wipeout.

▲This dangerous surf spot can be found off the coast of Half Moon Bay in Northern California.

▲In addition to massive waves, there are also other threats, including The Cauldron, a deep hole in the bottom of the ocean. Also, beware of great whites!

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The Jaws Challenge is an important event in the World Surf League's Big Wave Tour.

▲This surf spot can be found in Maui, Hawaii.

▲Due to its quick break and its size, it can be a very dangerous wave. Even Jet-Ski rescues can be tricky, as the wave breaks in front of a 91-meter (300-foot) high cliff.

▲It became popular in 2011 after American surfer Garrett McNamara broke the world record (at the time) for the largest wave ever surfed.

▲This spot is located in Nazaré, Portugal. Praia do Norte produces some of the biggest waves on the planet, and is a mecca for big wave riders.

▲The giant waves are created by a deep underwater canyon. The canyon is around 5,000 m (16,000 ft) deep, and stretches for about 230 km (140 mi).

▲This heavy, perfect wave breaks on a very shallow reef and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

▲Surfing this wave can be extremely difficult, as it's very fast and powerful. You can get the barrel of your life, or the worst wipeout ever.

▲The waves break near a seal colony, which means that there are plenty of sharks in the water!

▲This spot is located off Hout Bay, not far from Cape Town, South Africa.

▲The spot receives regular swell, and huge waves break about a mile off the coast.

▲The spot is famous for its huge surf and dangerously heavy shore break.

▲This spot can be found in Haleiwa, on the North Shore of O'ahu, Hawaii.

▲Waimea Bay is one of the most popular spots for big wave surfing in Hawaii.

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Heavy waves, known as "slabs," and shark-infested waters make Western Australia one of the most dangerous places in the world to surf.

See also: The rich history of surfing

▲Western Australia is home to some of the heaviest breaks in the whole country.

▲Many surf spots remain undisclosed, but waves such as The Right and Cyclops are well known.

▲The swells are funneled through the Nazaré canyon and form huge waves when they reach the shore. It's also worth noting that Brazilian surfer Rodrigo Koxa currently holds the world record for biggest wave ever ridden, set at 24 m (80 ft), which was also recorded at Praia do Norte.

▲Also known as Banzai Pipeline, or simply Pipe, this world-renowned surf spot is located in O'ahu's North Shore in Hawaii.

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This beautiful, yet extremely dangerous, surf spot is located in Tahiti.

▲Surfing in extreme conditions can be a life-threatening experience, but many thrill-seeking surfers still keep chasing the biggest swells and the most challenging waves on the planet in search of the ultimate ride. Click through this gallery and get to know the most dangerous surf spots in the world.

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Surfing in extreme conditions can be a life-threatening experience, but many thrill-seeking surfers still keep chasing the biggest swells and the most challenging waves on the planet in search of the ultimate ride. Click through this gallery and get to know the most dangerous surf spots in the world.

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