Making Mavericks

The Memoir of a Surfing Legend

By: Frosty Hesson, Ian Spiegelman

Narrated by: Gary Dikeos

When Richard “Frosty” Hesson was first approached by a young Jay Moriarty in 1990, the skinny kid with a sparkle in his eye only wanted one thing from the icon: His help in becoming a better surfer. Hesson, one of the first to conquer the huge waves off northern California known as Mavericks, recognized that the kid “had a vision.” Jay quickly demonstrated a resolve that reminded Frosty of his younger self, pursuing his goal with a seriousness far beyond his years. His attitude and work ethic earned Frosty’s respect and, eventually, his friendship. Making Mavericks is the inspiring story of their father-son bond and of the challenges that made each of them who they were—surf legends, and the subject of the upcoming film Chasing Mavericks.

In Making Mavericks, Frosty talks about his turbulent youth spent under difficult circumstances, with parents who tried to find a positive way to handle a child with a passion for water and a disregard for his own safety. Throughout his life he developed principles to live by, principles that would become the core tenets of his teaching philosophy. Most significantly, Frosty talks about how one of his best students, Jay Moriarty, used his philosophy to become a surfing phenomenon, and whose life inspired the phrase, “Live like Jay.”

Affecting and poignant, Making Mavericks is a celebration of Hesson’s determination to live with joy and purpose, and his desire to help others do the same.

©2013 Richard "Frosty" Hesson (P)2014 Audible, Inc.

Mind and soul

This book is for the mind and soul it is so powerful and it can get your mind to think in another way.

amazing

everyone who has the opportunity to lead people should listen to and or read this book!

Amazing book! I wish there was more!

After watching "Chasing Mavericks", I wanted to know more of the real story about Jay and Frosty. Not only did this book provide that, but it also challenged me to do better in my own life. I have been recommending this book already to loved ones.

Bad narration, good story

I didn't like narrator. I would have preferred someone who spoke a bit faster and without the emphasis on the ending of Hawaii-ii But, the story and book was amazing. Very recommended.

inspirational story of love, passion and living

The story of an amazing man, the love of the sea, and the kindness of a soul surfer. Frosty, Jay, Bob Pearson, all involved in this life show how to live life. I want this story to go on and be a part of Jays continuation of life. LIVE LIKE JAY.