All around the Great Lakes, a freshwater surfing scene has emerged in recent years. Unlike the ocean, there are no noticeable tides or substantial currents in Lake Superior. Its waves are hard to predict.
Thick wet suits, gloves, hoods, booties and petroleum jelly smudged on exposed skin all form a protective shell against the crushing cold.
A surfer heads into Lake Superior's breakers during a snow storm.
Riders face waves as tall as 20 feet.
Parked cars with heaters on are crucial fixtures to keeping surfers warm between
sets.
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