Pedro Scooby – Brazil’s Big-Wave Maverick
“The Storm Surfer Who Laughs at Giants”
🌊 Basic Info
Full Name: Pedro Henrique Mota Vianna
Nickname: Pedro Scooby
Born: August 10, 1988 – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Nationality: Brazilian
Surfing Stance: Regular
Favorite Surf Spots: Nazaré, Jaws, Rio’s Barra da Tijuca, Mavericks
🏆 Career Highlights
Championships & Titles:
One of Brazil’s most accomplished big-wave surfers, Scooby has claimed awards for some of the largest waves ever ridden
Finalist at Big Wave Awards, including 2019’s Biggest Tow Wave of the Year
Frequent invitee to Nazaré Tow Challenges, Jaws Big Wave Invitational, and Punta de Lobos XXL Events
Notable Competitions:
Nazaré Tow Challenge, Red Bull Big Wave Awards, WSL Big Wave World Tour
Also competed in traditional CT events in earlier years, before switching full focus to heavy water
Best Performances:
Rode one of the biggest waves ever surfed at Nazaré in 2018—estimated over 80 feet
Known for deep positioning and clean lines at Jaws and Mavericks
Frequently featured in highlight reels for death-defying drops and escapes from monster wipeouts
Signature Moves:
Tow-in master—tracks into waves that most wouldn’t even consider
Exceptional footwork and board control at ultra-high speeds
Also known for being fearless in the impact zone, often rescuing others mid-session
🏄♂️ Surfing Style & Equipment
Board Preferences:
Rides custom tow boards for Nazaré, usually made in partnership with Brazilian shapers or Hawaiian big-wave boardmakers
Uses inflatable vests, jet ski teams, and GoPro setups to track every detail
Wetsuit & Gear:
Sponsored by Red Bull, GoPro, and various Brazilian lifestyle brands
Often wears specialized big-wave suits with built-in flotation tech
Training & Fitness:
Intense big-wave prep: breath-hold training, underwater resistance workouts, jet ski rescue training, and extreme cardio
Also focuses on flexibility, recovery, and mental clarity
Wave Preferences:
Give him a wave over 50 feet and he’s at home—especially Nazaré, where he’s become a household name
Loves sketchy, unpredictable conditions that test every instinct and decision
🌍 Life Beyond Surfing
Hobbies & Interests:
Reality TV star in Brazil—participated in Big Brother Brasil, gaining national fame
Enjoys motocross, skateboarding, DJing, and fashion
Formerly married to Brazilian pop singer Luana Piovani; they have kids together
Social Causes:
Supports surf outreach programs for favela youth in Rio
Often donates gear and raises awareness for beach cleanups and education initiatives in Brazil
Fun Facts:
Got his nickname “Scooby” from a childhood resemblance to Scooby-Doo’s laid-back vibe
Has one of the biggest social media followings among big-wave surfers
Once towed into a massive wave with a dislocated shoulder—still rode it clean
🎥 Photos & Videos
Watch his Red Bull Nazaré Sessions, WSL Big Wave recaps, and Gigantes do Surfe (Brazilian docu-series featuring him)
His GoPro footage from inside XXL waves is jaw-dropping
📢 Latest News & Updates
In 2025, Scooby continues to charge Nazaré and is part of a new Netflix documentary on the psychology of fear in extreme sports
Also launching his own surf and music festival in Brazil, combining culture, surf, and sound
Recently rode another monster at Nazaré—possible contender for 2025’s Biggest Wave of the Year
