Mason Hyce Barnes grew up in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, widely regarded as one of the East Coast’s small wave havens. An enthusiastic and talented surfer as a kid, his love of big waves was born when he frequently traveled to his family’s house on Oahu’s North Shore for the winter. From a young age, he became acquainted with Hawaii’s powerful waves and developed a love for big waves that has driven him ever since. In October 2020, Barnes traveled to Nazare, Portugal, for what is now known as the Epsilon Swell. Barnes rode a record-breaking 126.5- foot wave. He then went on to win the 2022 World Surf League Big Wave award. Barnes has worked with prestigious luxury brands such as Loewe, Diesel, and Breitling. He is also set to appear in season two of HBO’s popular series, 100 Foot Wave.
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Mason Hyce Barnes grew up in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, widely regarded as one of the East Coast’s small wave havens. An enthusiastic and talented surfer as a kid, his love of big waves was born when he frequently traveled to his family’s house on Oahu’s North Shore for the winter. From a young age, he became acquainted with Hawaii’s powerful waves and developed a love for big waves that has driven him ever since. In October 2020, Barnes traveled to Nazare, Portugal, for what is now known as the Epsilon Swell. Barnes rode a record-breaking 126.5- foot wave. He then went on to win the 2022 World Surf League Big Wave award. Barnes has worked with prestigious luxury brands such as Loewe, Diesel, and Breitling. He is also set to appear in season two of HBO’s popular series, 100 Foot Wave.
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