Ron Takeda and Tavis Boise were foil boarding off the coast of Santa Barbara, California, when they encountered a 13-foot great white shark. The chase, which lasted nearly five minutes, was captured on video by Boise and has since gone viral, garnering over one million views. Takeda initially mistook the shark for a dolphin, highlighting the unexpected nature of the encounter. As the shark followed closely behind him, Boise urged Takeda to maintain his balance, capturing the tension of the moment. After the shark eventually lost interest, both surfers reflected on the experience, emphasizing the creature's curiosity rather than aggression. They shared the footage with experts at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, who confirmed the species. Boise titled the video “Friendly Shark Chase” to counteract negative perceptions of sharks, expressing confidence in their ability to handle similar situations in the future. They plan to return to the water soon, ready for whatever comes next.