Pipeline Masters (FULL 2006 documentary)

Pipeline Masters is the remarkable story of the groundbreaking surfing competition that has, since its inception in 1971, defined extreme. Held in the fearsome tubes of Hawaii's Banzai Pipeline, the Masters stands alone as the sport's most popular, prestigious competitive event. Because for over 35 years there has been only one surf contest where the winner earns more than money, more than fame or ratings point, but rather the surfing world's most coveted title: Pipeline Master. There's Gerry's Era, and Gerry's Army, the Free Ride Generation and the birth of backside tube riding, Simon Anderson's spectacular three-fin Thruster debut. There's Michael Ho's broken wrist wonder, Tom Carroll and The Snap, Sunny Garcia's Three Knockdowns. There's the Rise and Rise of Kelly Slater and the Frontdoor/Backdoor domination of the Irons Bros. Year after year of outrageous rides, bone-crushing wipeouts, nail-biting competition and the sort of drama that can only come when you pit the very best against the very worst: some of the most deadly, hairy, out-of-control waves ever seen. Pipeline Masters captures it all: the history, the action, the legends and lore-the soul-of the greatest surfing event ever.

[@Viva_la_natura]

2006 Shawn Thompson said " before Kelly Slater and after Kelly Slater".. now it's 2022 and Kelly Slater just won the Pipe Masters in spectacular fashion.. raises the question "is there such thing as after Kelly Slater?"

[@Optable]

There's some groms with the potential to Slater out. The problem is, just like Gretzky the competition is that much more skilled to the point winning back to back to back titles is going to be that much harder to pull off. When *every* guy out there can score a 10, and it's not just Bruce Andy Kelly and John plus the handful more, it's so much harder to capitalize on a bad day or bad session where you're not scoring high.

[@Viva_la_natura]

@@Optable I think it goes beyond competition and WSL scores. Look how Kelly surfs pipe, sure everyone is capable of 10's , but he can manufacture near impossible sections consistently. He's a super talent like Magnus Carlsen in chess. Sure, there are other Super GM's in chess, more and more of them, but none like Magnus year after year. The only competitor in recent years who makes me think, "wow, that's something" special is Griffin Colapinto..it's just a little extra something. But sorry, yes to your point, an entire season can be decided by such tiny margins, that in respect to winning 11 World titles, what you're saying is true

[@roberttognino9608]

I can't believe guys ride these waves!!!

[@crapisnice]

​@@Viva_la_naturashut up nazi, slater is a sellout turd trying hard just like mister apartheid shawn nazithomson

[@thedereklee9]

by far one of the greatest, not only surfing docs but one of best sports docs ever made. period.

[@tonylevizon4939]

This is my schooling.If your a surfer of passion and endure pain. ok, lt feels like a first kiss .Like a catapilar emerging from It's cacoon.Fly baby fly an high! We were.Natural high Sex,drugs, n rock n surfing 24/7 ⚓⛵⛲🙏😎

[@walterquick8649]

lol

[@brianpage1892]

@@tonylevizon4939 8ï

[@michaelharris5370]

Great documentary Simon , tommy the hawaiian legends and of course the one and only Shaun Thompson 👍🇦🇺

[@jedhermit4519]

2022 this is still one of if not the best doco's. As observer of life, photographer, these were the times where changes made for the betterment of all surfers. These athletes and pipeline will continue to inspire generations. Thank you for your inspiration for all those who follow.

[@Paiadakine]

Would be nice if there was another documentary to cover the years since.

[@kiwi_comanche]

I'll never forget Tom Carroll's snap at Pipeline. Got to meet him and Kelly Slater at Piha Beach, West Auckland New Zealand in the early 90s when they were touring together with Quiksilver. Epic times, man.

[@scottwood6868]

ìbp⁸⁷⁷⁷8and 8⁸⁶you have a great day of work and have been snippy and tonic and I have to check 6⁶66⅞

[@sector783]

Yeah legendary. There is an old-school VHS tape called the Mondo extreme experiment that has good footage of the pipe contest where Tom does the big snap you’re talking about. Sic

[@thickemsup1135]

kelly slater really became the legend, winning it again at 50

[@johnsononey]

After watching this incredible documentary Im going to the c 2008 "Bustin Down The Door " which is also amazing about the Aussies rise in the 70s and the compilations it caused with the local Hawaiian's .

[@alexreid4131]

Great movie! And no matter what you’re opinion of him is the fact that Slater’s won it six times in all conditions is pretty insane. Respect to the pioneers in the early 60s that made it possible.

[@georgecox1968]

I don't surf but this was awesome and well put together. Glad I grew up here in Hawaii. Do it again!

[@jaysonx5576]

Shout out to Stacy Peralta for putting this amazing doc together. My ex wife used to rep him. And as a kid sk8ing his boards I never thought in a million years that would happen. I’ve also surfed with Machado, I made the mistake of complaining about my board and he said “No problem, I’ll ride it, you ride mine.” Dude could shred on an ironing board and probably has! 😂 I’m honored he offered to ride my board. Rob killed it that day. The moment he took off everyone turned around to see his magic. Mad respect to all these champions! Especially Jerry.🫡

[@Makai77]

I lived on the North Shore from 87-99, then moved over to Maui. Those years on the North Shore were magical. All the pros I met and surfed alongside were super cool...full of stoke and Aloha.

[@johngarin8290]

It's madness, you can't look away, these guys are fighting to save their buckets, the is nothing more the list can add, this "Wave" thats 3-5 insane 20 footers riding on & in a 70ft chunk of ocean. Pure master stuff, no place for groms or old men, Respect boys, Big huge Respect, Onyas

[@Paiadakine]

Damm that was a great documentary. Got Laid off after 30+ years, Spring of 2014, surfed 3-4 times a week local in Carlsbad to cope, one of best surf conditions in years with all the hurricanes in baja and the warm water. Yesterday and today it was head high and with 60 degree water, 70's in the air. No way I could ever surf pipeline, but when I drop in local I'm tucking in like Sonny or Derick or Rabbit. This documentary just stokes, or maybe its the beers kicking in, Pau.

[@wishicouldshowmyname5815]

Pay Way It is all about fun and challenge. 99.999% will never challenge this break (I haven't), but it definitely inspires us to make the most of our surfing. Sorry you got laid off. Many of us now are in that position and it is very sad. I've had it happen several times in my field without anything to do with my competence. Business is business. Just got to roll with it and do your best to get another job. I did, but still will always worry about the next lay off. Maybe the way of the future, but we still have surfing, don't we? Count your blessings as we still live in a place which is better than 99.99999% of other people on the planet. We were born very lucky to have learned and live in a place of surfing. Probably billions of people would gladly trade places with us. Feel blessed and work hard to stabilize your life economically. Not easy, but have faith it is possible to pay the bills. Hope the best.

[@frombigisland5229]

Sunset Cliffs Wind N Sea MAKAHA’ Since 1968’

[@mjl.9-19]

One of the best surf films ever. Just spectacular. Bravo.

[@angusdog22]

Surfing those early days of pipe must have been epic ..... just you and a couple of friends and no one else ..😱😱😱

[@chardochickentimber9109]

10+++ BEST History/Documentary about Surfing ever made.

[@johngarin8290]

Profile pho looks like he just got back on J-ski after 1st keg, could me my eyes thinking about it, Maagic

[@misspattifromcali.6955]

♥ FANTASTIC !!! ♥ I totally enjoyed watching this today!! I grew up in Santa Monica. Always loved and respected this wonderful sport. Ty for this beautiful work and 🎶 music . ♥

[@WhiteNacho]

Shawn gave me a compliment on a wave I caught one day while we were surfing really good Rincon.

[@1974mazdarx3sedan]

i could imagine him NOT flagrantly dropping in on everyone unlike most of the other World Champs.

[@mikecarter8091]

Excellent ! Thank you!

[@jefhenderson6572]

Longest time ever spent on one KZbin video doc, mahalo.

[@patefutch6168]

As I pause this video can I just say HOW INCREDIBLY AWESOME SHAUN TOMSON IS! I mean obviously any legit surfers like us who are watching this already know but damn he’s just the COOLEST fuckin guy

[@krissmartinez2968]

Awesome astonishing thanks for sharing this video with us

[@Moo01100]

Great surf doco. It's all here. Thanks for posting.

[@Neumatikos]

Epic.... and so well done

[@wishicouldshowmyname5815]

I agree. Such a great documentary. I can only imagine how many hours of work to locate, find, get permission to add so many clips. Also to sit down and interview so many of those involved. Thank you for all the work.

[@kelvindawe5123]

What an amazing film it took me right back watching shaun and rabbit,god those was the days unbelievable to think no one new how to surf the pipe so just an empty surf break and now look at the madness it's just amazing how the pioneers took it on and how the advancement of skills and equipment got us to where Kelly is now just amazing love it wiamia next please❤️👍

[@getnautical9579]

Love seeing the pre drone shots with helicopters flying over the lineup

[@eddielazzeri2051]

Great documental!

[@daymongray3516]

Imagine winning this 30 years ago... and then entering again and winning!

[@bryantotten7315]

great video

[@5635randy]

I remember Shawn winning was there for many of them seeing it live is most incredible experience of my life.

[@richardgrant9367]

One word , complete !🤙🏽

[@marcmelpo972]

The legendary wave, where legends are made...

[@evaristooliveira5711]

muito bom esse documentario

[@javierfernandezurbina]

Muchas gracias desde el Perú 🎯

[@sunovadistributionn.z.693]

off the hook, thanks :)

[@choirrevolution]

this doc rules

[@RichardMoreno24]

Shaun your a legend as well...

[@paddykiely5865]

surfing isnt a sport its a way of life that i lived

[@robertsudduth3202]

is there a list of the songs?

[@mooner2410]

Brilliant...

[@Robert-ys9zy]

It’s 2023 and this is iconic

[@michaeljohn8905]

8 foot glassy Hawaiian ??? Easy !?!? 💀☠️👹👺 those early guys where nuts. I really love Gerry’s style. Stand up so smooth.

[@davidpowers69]

It's the 9 mile miracle? I thought it was 7 miles..

[@seanziegler2135]

I feel like this old footage makes pipe look huge vs todays footage.

[@GC0077]

This documentary is probably the best ever...of ANY sport. One Thanksgiving I had it on after we ate and I left it on because some friends stopped by. I go back into my room and my lil cousin who was maybe 14 at the time is sitting there absolutely hypnotized by it. She didn't even know I was there. Gives you an idea of the allure of riding waves. Oh...anyone know the song at 25:10? :-)

[@aslagsarloglu182]

G

[@TaylorStJohn-fp9zs]

@GC Hey there! The song is "Merry Go Round" by The Mermen. And btw...I agree with you 100% about this particular documentary. It is intoxicating, and it never gets old!

[@GC0077]

@@TaylorStJohn-fp9zs Hey Taylor! Wow thank you so much!!! I've been looking for it for so long! Yes!!! I could watch it over and over!! And as far as this piece, it's in my opinion, absolutely beautiful, it goes perfectly with the visuals, the lifestyle, the movement of the water, everything! Thank you again...cheers sir!! You are my friend!

[@TaylorStJohn-fp9zs]

@@GC0077 You are very welcome! Likewise, my friend! Gosh, I would so love to eventually surf the Pipe!

[@EllEss331]

65 yr. old granny here who never surfed a day in her life & knows nothing about waves. OMG! Absolutely loved this video! And the tunnel? And being spit out of the tunnel? OMG! How exciting!!

[@markshepardson5149]

As 1of the very blessed souls 2 have moved 2 the NorthShore on 3/19/78 2 handboard as many of the Epic waves of" THE8MILE Miracle"as possible & put in 11years with The Triple Crown as a production crew Men with Bob North and Skill Johnson this truly Stellar documentary covering so much of the history of my favorite wave I sit here now covered in chicken skin with my eyes leaking. Feeling So grateful& Blessedly Blownaway by the Perfection of this production.MahaloNui

[@bennymalatesta]

💙💯🔥⚡Amazing !!

[@curtismastalka3475]

14 surf clips in there. No money no mention. Curt Mastalka

[@nickotten1358]

Andy Irons is the GOAT! Idk what anyone says! RIP BROTHA

[@timothykeehn294]

Said, perfectly

[@jordanneal3250]

RIP A.I

[@johngarin8290]

Did A I see this thing, Im sure he Laird knew Nazare Reckon he would've tried it, Yes, RIP A & those more recent legends, cheers 4 the thoughtful reminda

[@endgame4293]

Lopez had what was known as the "SOUL ARCH" stance.

[@bigz6381]

foi qdo me apaixonei pelo Surf em 1977

[@hoopslaa5235]

Tom Carrol and his Kittah!! Best part of the story...!! LOL

[@EdwinLap]

Legends

[@halligirl2245]

nice

[@ianiforsyth2753]

Legends 👍

[@nataliawets642]

nice documentary highlights, I guess the back to win from Larry Blair 78,79was also up there?

[@soundsolutions]

Larry was my surfing idol. We all wanted to be like "Larry" as grommets at The Bra.

[@clarkewi]

Epic. A gladiator pit.

[@clarkewi]

Home for real life gladiators.

[@alangiedyk]

HE WAS FELLIN' IT

[@NevilleFarkinBartos]

1:18:16 hits hard :(

[@MPH673]

Os previgiliados do Planeta

[@pizza_yumyum]

is there a list of the songs?

[@rygi23]

Take Every Wave. Watch it.

[@jakefarris6717]

9 mile miracle 🤔

[@johnpegg6771]

Go Lo!!

[@TheDruzza]

Who else is watching this after Kellys historic win today?

[@Malama_Ki]

“When he looks back 20 years from now...” RIP AI

[@yourmum8349]

Aye sick doc but what’s the song called that starts at 45 seconds??

[@hugosebastiao5732]

BANZAY !!!!!

[@markdinkel-uh2je]

Gnarliest of gnarly

[@jackthomasmaddock]

RIP Andy

[@jackthomasmaddock]

And derek

[@Malama_Ki]

Anyone got an update on Sunny?

[@Eisonhawk]

of that Shaun Thompson's Pipeline surfboard though...

[@vakletudo]

TOM CARROLL THE BEST!!!!

[@brentbourdeau8166]

@ Rodney hi from billy Pavones

[@Bracgypsy]

At 1:09:11-12, in the wall just behind the surfer. A long dark shadow. Shark, or what?

[@TheFrogboard]

Just one question why did not put the Robby page on it ? He won the pipe master too… he deverse to be remembered !!

[@SupriYanto-ox1ut]

Bdng,i like you frend conten best

[@justinbandy1261]

andy still the best ever RIP

[@mikehunt2667]

Oh those were the days . Cause we got the biggest , balls of them all .

[@gilbertchavez2819]

Sounds like Stacy Peralta narrator this !!

[@adambletcher8073]

Obviously

[@fuzzbuzz2000]

So no one surfed pipe until the early 60´s?I find that a bit hard to belive....

[@madmaxmedia]

If you google around it's actually true. But by first time I'm sure they mean first time someone surfed proper barreling Pipeline, not a super small swell or say well off the reef. It took awhile for board design to catch up to be able to surf Pipeline, plus the shallow jagged reef was a big turnoff. Once one guy did it, then other guys started surfing Pipeline, just like breaking the four minute mile. Actually, here are the first ever rides- vimeo.com/44711633.

[@fuzzbuzz2000]

@@madmaxmedia Thank you for your answer!

[@johhnmorgan8329]

Tom carroll was the best

[@johannarichmond106]

Have been in the 'washing machine' machine many times! surfing sinc 4 years old or at least in the macine since then, at Bondi. Love surfing, neve road a board, but am a swimmer and gody surfer. Known as the blond mermaid, like Princess Grace poping out of a wave. sadly I had crrly hair, so was not accepted, beatify; face but dod ot cit ot/

[@christiankirkwood3402]

It's an American history. Wtf about Larry Blair, 78 & 79 and tried for a 3rd in 1980. Dougall Walker 3rd in 1980. It's not just about winning. Ask Alan Byrne, who featured as a part of Australian Surfing World (magazine) under the title "Pipeline Master's Bloodbath Stunt Team" - This doco is SO American.

[@anonanon2396]

Larry Blair…how do they leave out that story while showcasing all those one time winners?. He didn’t grow up surfing there but won twice coming out of nowhere and was the youngest winner at the time. Blair was just one of the most gifted tube riders ever. Blair probably wasn’t mentioned because the myth makers might have drawn attention to how Blair was bashed by Hawaiians, had his boards trashed and was deliberately blocked from a third win. Aloha.

[@christiankirkwood3402]

​@anonanon2396 He didn't come out of "nowhere". He grew up in Coogee as a Maroubra surfer and ripped. Jack McCoy did a clip in "In Search Of Tubular Swells" surfing dicey Uluwatu. He was introduced to Bali by Maroubr based Coogee resident genius & Bali/Indo/Maldives pioneer Greg "Syd" Hall. We grew up with Greg as close friend and neighbour and he was & is cutting - edge hardcore. By 1978, Larry is a family friend & defeated Wayne Lynch in freak 6' to 8' North Steyne on a left - super - bank, during the Coke - sponsored Surfabout Contest and traded ever hollowing left - hand barrels on a dropping tide... A minute before the siren, Lynch scored a 6 - second tube. Thought he had it won AND he was odds - on favourite. Seconds before the end of the heat, Larry Blair is bottom turning into an 8 - second spitter and the siren sounded as he was in the tube. It had been a blow by blow tube fest. He was nicknamed "The Gunpowder Kid" by Nat Young - reference to his explosive surfing. In the carpark, he was just Larry, his mum giving him massage and talking him along. There is a complete pedigree here that has been cheated. You know the best part. We have the board on our wall he won his 1st Pipe Masters on and he doesn't care less about this particular omission... ( Da Hui were relentless with their aggression toward him at Pipe) he just laughs SHIT off. He is quite the character and was very successful as an Oyster Grower and ALWAYS very happy in himself and life away from and as a part of Aussie surfing STILL! My warmest and most profound respect and Aloha from Sydney MATE!!! :)

[@christiankirkwood3402]

@@anonanon2396 #grammar error. He was introduced to Bali/Indo BY (not "like") Greg "Sid" Hall. He still surf's and vicariously lives in the Maldives with Maroubra ex- pat Tony Hind Hussein - who himself pioneered The Maldives. Lot of historic stuff has come out of "The Bra" !!!

[@christiankirkwood3402]

@@anonanon2396 #1978 Coca Cola Surfabout Blair def Lynch.

[@adampress9788]

What does he mean when he says nail job?

[@insomniosam8648]

subtítulos¡¡¡ please¡¡

[@ardentartisticstonemasonry4756]

✌🙂♥️

[@Motleymick]

Is Stacey Peralta the narrator of this?

[@1Petey93]

Yes. 1:25:39

[@danieltuso]

1:14:54 OMG!!!!!

[@TCB2023.]

Kids in elementary school across the street from pipe surf killa

[@jeremysutherland6156]

Jock Sutherland? My name is Jeremy Sutherland I surf in Huntington , it sucks! Waves at pipe look way better!

[@brunojustino5940]

Andy

[@markdinkel-uh2je]

Lopez made it look so easy

[@wilfredoabrego16]

Surfing pipeline it is a suicide!!!!!! I would like to surf that spot some day!!!!!!!!

[@yellafellacuz7138]

Fred Hemmings was my neighbor growing up

[@Orphopamphlet]

42:15

[@daymongray3516]

I wonder who wins in 2022....

[@dannyboyoh]

Track i.d? 10:00