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← Raw Saltwater Stories9 Jun 2025 · 33 min

EP 35 - Surviving Shipstern’s: Harry's Journey from Injury to Comeback

EP 35 - Surviving Shipstern’s: Harry's Journey from Injury to Comeback9 Jun 202533 min

<p>In this episode, we catch up with Tasmanian surfer Harry Hollmer-Cross as he shares his intense experience at Shipstern&#39;s Bluff. At just 18 years old, Harry endured a severe wipeout resulting in a serious brain injury, which kept him out of the water for two years.</p><p>Harry openly discusses the details of his accident, the tough road of recovery, and the support from his family and the local surfing community. He also explains how his experience led to the Shippy Safety Initiative, enhancing safety measures at Shipstern&#39;s.</p><p>The episode also highlights Harry’s return to Shipstern&#39;s Bluff, facing the wave that nearly ended his surfing career. Join us for an honest conversation about overcoming fear, resilience, and a deep passion for surfing one of the world’s most challenging waves.</p><p><br></p><p>Don&#39;t forget to check out the Shippies Safety initiative and donate what you can so the boys can continue to keep everyone safe! Find them here: </p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/shippys_safety_wipeouts/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/shippys_safety_wipeouts/</a></p><p><br></p><p>📍 Harry&#39;s IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/harryhcross/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/harryhcross/</a></p><p>📍 Aclassic IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/">⁠https://www.instagram.com/_aclassic_/⁠</a></p><p>📍 Host: Dan Muntz: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/">⁠https://www.instagram.com/danmuntz/⁠</a></p><p>📍Nick Green IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nickgreenphoto/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/nickgreenphoto</a></p><p>📍Tim Bonython IG:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/tim_bonython_swellchasers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/tim_bonython_swellchasers/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Want to be part of the next episode? Jump in our broadcast channel on Instagram (link in bio). That’s where we drop guest announcements and take your questions.</p><p>💬 Leave a review, hit follow!</p><p>🎙 Guests: Harry Hollmer Cross</p><p>🎙 Host: Dan Muntz</p><p><br></p><p>#surf #surfstory #surfing #comeback #wild</p>