Surfing Pipeline Massive Opening Day Swell 2023 | EPIC PIPELINE MAX XII | DAY 12

Giant 1st Swell of Winter Season | Epic Pipeline Max
Check out Timecodes below: Wave Explodes on Jamie O'Brien Pipeline XXL
Timecodes
0:00 - Outer Reef Sets
0:26 - Eli Olson
1:11 - Benji Brand Insane Drop And Barrel
2:14 - Eimeo Czermak - Take off and Barrel
2:52 - Jamie O'Brien
3:16 - Giant Pipeline Set
4:19 - Koa Rothman
4:41 - Massive Set
5:05 - Kalani Rivero
6:02 - Koa Rothman
7:15 - Koa Rothman
7:49 - Kalani Rivero
8:50 - Outer Reef Pipeline XXL
9:23 - Massive Waves
9:49 - Body Surfing Pipeline Bomb
9:59 - Joshua Moniz
10:30 - Joshua Moniz
11:12 - Jamie O'Brien
11:28 - Massive Wave Explodes on Jamie O'Brien
11:49 - Jamie O'Brien Makes it to the surface
12:11 - Surfers searching for Jamie O'Brien
12:18 - Jamie O'Brien slowly makes it to the surface
12:59 - Surfers paddle to make it over Outer Reef Sets
13:57 - Beautiful Pipeline Monster Waves
Richard Memsic SwellPatrol
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[@oldsalt6951]

That Benji Brand take-off is sublime.....

[@swellpatrol5638]

You're right. I watch it over and over again. Thank you. I am coming out with another one soon from the day before this one. I hope you will like it too. Please subscribe and share. I waited a long time time to see a swell this big at Pipeline

[@felixbrauro]

unreal recovery

[@jamescox8402]

@@felixbrauro That Benji wave is THE most verticle take off and making it wave I've ever seen.

[@x99ribs]

just how.....

[@oldsalt6951]

@@swellpatrol5638 subscribed You're doing great work

[@michaelthomas366]

The second wave the guy dropped into was just awesome! Can't believe he made it. This is why after watching pipeline for over 50 years I'm still watching.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you I really appreciate your comment

[@59aml]

I really think this is by far one of the best surf videos I've see for a long time. The filming, editing and the music are just perfect. Keep up the great work.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. I am coming out with another one from the day before this one. I hope you will like it too. Please subscribe and share. I waited a long time time to see a swell this big at Pipeline

[@billryan8721]

1000% This person.....whoever they are....is special.

[@mitseraffej5812]

The opening scene of the sets obscuring the horizon with the perspective foreshortened buy the long lens was almost scary to watch.

[@thomasryan5681]

Looks like a day for the Pipe history book. Great footage. The slow mo and the going-to-church music made it feel like a spiritual connection. Kudos to the guys that tackled that lineup. When it looks like the outer reef has an outer reef, the waves are feathering forever and the power of the entire Pacific wants to eat you up, you go "yeah... I'm on it". Nads man...big nads.

[@cy-villian]

Agreed, loved the slow motion, staying on Benja really gives one a sense of the power in Hawaii, That white water. Most would have cut too early. Music was spot on! Thank you, Subscribed.

[@sanfranciscobay]

3:16 I worked for O'Neill Wetsuit Company early 80's and would look at the pictures in Surfer and Surfing Magazines showing Pipeline and other North Shore Surf locations. About 40 years ago I flew San Francisco to Honolulu, rented a Car at the Airport and legally camped on the North Shore in Mokuleia for 2-3 weeks every year for 5 years during the Pipeline Contest. I saw these giant sets at Pipeline and it's very impressive when they are stacked up like what you see in the video.

[@olivierjulian2836]

In a cinematic way you can call that "image in movement " ,the more you slow down the throughput the closer you arrive to that effect , it is like looking a painting at the museum , each frame become an artwork , in this case it give you as a spectator the time to appreciate the scenery, the technic ,the commitment ,and the power of this wave

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you for you beautiful comments about slow motion. I also have to thank Pipeline for all the beauty the it provides

[@strat1960s]

Absolutely stunning. Thank you for sharing this.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you so much!

[@russellsurf]

This is probably my favorite and I’ve been watching everything since the days of Miki Dora and Wayne Lynch. This is soulful. The ocean, the waves, the surfing, the music. Takes a lot of courage to make slow motion these days when the trend is the opposite. Can’t express my thanks enough. Watching and listening to this video the first time kind of really surprised and moved me. Was like a reminder of why I loved surfing so much when I was younger.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Your comments inspire me to make more videos like this. Please stay tuned. Thank you

[@patcummins6036]

Just loved this movie, especially the slo mo and that haunting music! Thank you!

[@Don-du7du]

Can't believe that dude on the second wave pulled off the drop insane footage 👍🤙

[@swellpatrol5638]

It's real no AI. I thought he wasn't going to make it when I shot it. Thanks for your comments

[@audbertovelez130]

narley the body surfer dude.. heck yeah!! bro

[@Sol_Weird]

Koa on that 80's graphics board. .love it!

[@swellpatrol5638]

Me too. Thank you. What I like is he makes it easy to identify the surfer in the clip

[@chuckbaker8413]

JOB is a Stud… He got SO FKING WORKED…what a 🌊 Hero..!!

[@swellpatrol5638]

Yeah. I am looking forward to talking to him about it to get the full story

[@user-br9sw7dd7w]

Best Edit Ever ....... I Repeat ...... Best Edit Ever ........ Most Dangerous Wave Ever ....... Let's Break it Down ....... Best Surfers Ever ........ Slowwwww Mooooooo❤

[@swellpatrol5638]

I was crazy out there

[@swellpatrol5638]

I coming out with another from the day before this. Be sure to see it

[@JEK]

epic slo-mo shots

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@vidpromjm]

Maybe I'm impatient but after the first 5 minutes I had to watch it 2x speed. either that or I needed some herbal supplements to get in the mood. Great footage either way. That Benji Brand drop and recovery should be a contender for wave of the winter!

[@gregstewart3126]

Just an excellent video...Benji's wave at beginning incredible drop-in and barrell..Wow...Slow motion really captures the energy at Pipe....The sound of the ocean & the music is really nice and fitts perfectly....I think Koa Roth is probably one of the best Natural Fitts for pipeline..his stance justs seems to bring out the natural hawaiian spirit in the wave.

[@swellpatrol5638]

I totally agree with your comment about Koa. I thought Benji's was going to be part of my wipe out highlight reel. Thank you

[@audbertovelez130]

ps. well edited ... love it.. surfer, streetsurfer , artizto.. 55 still rocking it... best wishes😎✌✨

[@stara808]

was there watching. MASSIVE shake da ground sets.

[@michaelyapp6099]

simply, the best.

[@scottycartercom]

By far the best surfing edit on KZbin.

[@jimr5793]

One of the best videos Ive ever seen...the music....the water......like being there.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. Your comment means a lot to me. I want viewers to feel and know what it is like to be there on the beach and in the lineup at Pipeline. Thank you again

[@wallyworld6249]

That is the best video. I felt like I was in the lineup. Perfect frame peed speed, music, pumping swell. Yahweh is amazing

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you for your comment

[@audbertovelez130]

that over the falls was epic

[@williamparker6649]

This is true cinematography at its finest🤙

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you for your kind words. You Inspire me work hard and get the right shot. I can't wait until the next big swell

[@jennifuzz3316]

Koa is going to rock this year!!

[@swellpatrol5638]

Yes, every year. Thanks for commenting

[@markdittbenner9949]

Really good camera work....👍👍👍

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. I am coming out with another one soon from the day before this one. I hope you will like it too. Please subscribe and share. I waited a long time time to see a swell this big at Pipeline

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you so much. Please follow me.. The season is just starting. Pipeline is a great place to shoot

[@scottburrow8717]

Third Reef 🪸 going off. Killer Edit!!

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@johncarroll1271]

Body surfer at 9:50 amazing, thank you for including

[@swellpatrol5638]

You're welcome. I love that clip too.

[@MichaelConferPhoto]

Unbelievable. Everyone of these surfers are absolute masters.

[@cabacronulla]

Incredible Footage of True Gladiators 😝

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. I give all the credit to the surfers and Pipeline. I still can't believe the surfers were out there.

[@Sean-qk7ps]

Super footage with slow-mo. The mellow music makes the viewing experience dream like.

[@BRAINROTTDAVE]

Filmed by the best in the industry, Gary Schlomo.

[@dannywoody5497]

I lived on the North Shore a long time ago. Pipeline was always a scary wave this video almost painted it as a spiritual destination with the music a scary place with a shallow reef

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank You

[@audbertovelez130]

dude... the soundtrack is freaking sick...

[@ddean8395]

These pipe surfers are very good at what they do. I can't do it at all and I've been shortboard surfing since 1986.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you for watching

[@skulburgerrocks9396]

Respect! Great footage

[@swellpatrol5638]

Your comment inspire me to make more videos like this. Please stay tuned. Thank you

[@SICOLIRIC]

Epic final!.

[@garethjackson750]

and subscribed !!! good job guys epic !!!

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. I give all the credit to the surfers and Pipeline.

[@KaiOcean]

This is sublime. Can’t help but get a little emotional watching.

[@martinevans5587]

Happy days 🤙🌊🤙 epic footage and music

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@bobby3195]

this was amazing

[@garysteeden7580]

The music is like storm riders in the beginning

[@lorenzolarue337]

.... Eimeo Czermak - Take off and Barrel ,,,,Holy crap absolutely unreal....smokin'....

[@SurfersofUbatuba]

You guys are the best images of every season. Keep the incredible job!!! Aloha!

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. I like your symbol

[@sirsurfalot99]

Benji really is a magic man

[@swellpatrol5638]

I totally agree. Thank you

[@Steve-hs5le]

Great video,true Wave Warrior's 🤙👍🤙

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thanks for commenting

[@manuworld9237]

awesome work !

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@audbertovelez130]

the ocean always win.. lol.. dudes this video is epic.. one of my favs.. and nostalgic....

[@wasabiginger6993]

Best Ehukai footage … afternoon slow mo back lit of such profound beauty intimate honorings … punctuated by some of the most stunning rides … and best fit music … thank you so much for sharing.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you for you comments

[@timothyvaher2421]

Finest Pipeline video, ever. Mesmerizing emerald hues transparent. The audio and orchestration of choir! This will Garner rewards. 😊 🌊 🏄‍♂️ 🏆

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you for your kind comments

[@dougwotton1046]

Looks like it was breaking on the outer reef! Fascinating video.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Pipeline is always fun to see especially when the Outer Reef is breaking. Thanks for commenting

[@marvinacklin792]

Most radical surfing I have ever seen…incredible beauty

[@swellpatrol5638]

I could believe anyone was out there surfing. Thank you for your comment

[@jiyushugi1085]

Beautiful.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. I give all the credit to the surfers and Pipeline. I still can't believe the surfers were out there.

[@domcailliez8469]

absolutely beautiful video ....thank you...

[@ryant651]

Mesmerizing!

[@swellpatrol5638]

Yes, That's what Pipeline does. Thank you for commenting

[@richardewels6280]

Superb. Thank you

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. I give all the credit to the surfers and Pipeline.

[@richardfreeman972]

Amazing and the music is good too ❤

[@terrys5525]

Amazing Thank You!

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@ADVJunkie]

Great job on this production 🤙

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@RVSurf]

That s the best film and editing i ve seen in a while 👏🤙

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. I give all the credit to Pipeline

[@roguebossa]

Some beastly drops

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you for commenting. I didn't think they were going to make it

[@zbysekmrkvica3193]

thx

[@FedocaVernieri]

Great video, congratulations! 🙂🙃

[@user-ob8mk9zb3o]

So beautiful. Transforming something so terrifying into a calm view. ❤

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you for your comment. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tazfish3639]

These are the videos i'd like to see when you walk into a surf shop or any kind of restauran. It's perfect background vide

[@swellpatrol5638]

Me too. Thank you

[@thomasrebotier1741]

Insane. Instant bookmark. Off-the-charts cinematic quality. Mesmerizing slow-mo, awesome music and the hypnotic rhythm of set after set breaking. Surfers getting swallowed by these giant caves are an added bonus, but the waves alone make this an instant classic. Benji's drop is a miracle, and Eimeo's barrel time the definition of eternity. Thank you!

[@0dbm]

The boys were ready and. Hungry

[@dr.burnquistxoidel5388]

Like Big Wednesday scenes. Very cool

[@alexbeale7054]

Spectacular video !!! Remain me the old videos from the 70's & 80's lby tha angle ao you can see the third reef braking bid and all the other's faces with the heavy offshore wibds and the guys like relax in the meddle. Big & explosive day al Pipi !!! ❤

[@russellaustin8731]

Unbelievable…soooO epic!

[@swellpatrol5638]

I still can't believe the surfers were out there. Thanks

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@riverruninn]

Insane take off

[@swellpatrol5638]

Yes , I still can't believe he made it. Thanks

[@riverruninn]

@@swellpatrol5638 contender for best ever ride at Pipe

[@timr672]

you've got some talent!

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you.

[@mattrusso4617]

Thats some big surf

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you for commenting and watchiing

[@daleharrison9357]

Perfectly Edited and Narrated Surfing Drama in action.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you for your kind comments

[@johngotti8403]

Hell yea love the work! It’s such a vibe much respect

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@diegollontop8735]

Beautiful. Benji Brand is a heroe.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Best drop of the year

[@wilburkookmeyer024]

Best opening day in years! All my clips musta got lost?? 🥺Deep down, I know i'm rad....

[@Sol_Weird]

Saving it for part 2 I'm guessing..🤙🤙

[@SebastianBeyer]

very nice video

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@chrisculley3756]

Yeah I can't believe Benji stayed up on that drop that was insane. When pipe gets big like this and starts popping off at second and third reef it's got to be one of the most insane places to be on the planet I mean it's just wall after wall a giant perfect waves coming at you it's just insane. But I've said this before and I know it sounds crazy I think it gets a little easier for them when it's breaking its second because it's not as Steep and they kind of get that role in with that huge bottom turn to set themselves up for that huge Barrel and by no means am I saying it's easy it just looks like it's just not such an insane drop but then you see Benji dropping out of the stratosphere. The shot of dude body surfing was insane. But the slow mo shot of Jamie getting blown up was just epic. This is a great video. Music and sound edits are perfect. Nailed it son. Nailed it. Epic video. The sea was angry that day my friend. Like an old man waiting for soup at a deli. RLTW 3/75

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you so much for taking the time to comment on the music the editing and all of these rides. I was saying the same thing to myself about each of these rides while I was editing this video. Once again, thank you. Your comments inspire me to work hard and create. I hope you can find time to my future videos and to also look at a few of some of my past videos.

[@rodrigosouto3251]

insane drop

[@marcelluspoloniato8432]

So sick man nice nice work congrats aloha!

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@vakletudo]

The video is spectacular, one of the most beautiful I have seen lately ❤

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. A new smaller swell is coming tomorrow

[@charlessmileyvideo]

You did an awesome job with this edit the best I have seen on Pipe. Everything is edited so fast in all forms of media, it is super to see every moment in slow motion. Your music selection was "Pearl" it captured the drama amazing! You really know how to "Frame" things, take your formula to Sunset and the rest of the North Shore you have a niche that no one has figured out in the 40 years I have been watching Surf Movies! "Slow is Smooth, and Smooth is Incredible" Aloha! The Jamie beatdown was epic and I love the guy just sayin'! (LOL)

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you so much for your inspiring words. A lot of credit go to Pipeline's beautiful waves. It is just the start of the season. Stay tuned

[@charlessmileyvideo]

Keep the cameras steady Brudah like you are dong and your success and happiness will blossom like a classic Town and Country shirt!(LOL) Seriously what a brilliant innovation! @@swellpatrol5638

[@montanamornings8526]

Really good video.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you so much for taking the time to comment on my video.

[@bryantotten2757]

Amazing stuff. Especially the 2nd late take off

[@swellpatrol5638]

Yes. Everyone's favorite I can't believe he made it. Thank You

[@sharongoodsell9341]

10.30 pm Australia awsome camera work after decades of watching nice job god .. shazz

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you kindly

[@wavester46]

Good video and editing mate. I'd like to see after each slow mo the surfer in real time as I think at full speed it shows the danger in waves of consequence. Cheers from Oz.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you for the suggestion. I will try to do that in the next movie I make.

[@FluidSurfing]

​@@swellpatrol5638I think these are two different movies. This one is a piece of art so .... Maybe 2 models for one session. One mixed movie and one pure 😊

[@BrolyRajang]

A dream come true

[@aliikarma7822]

Amazing video!! Keep up the great content!! Aloha

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you.Your comments inspire me. A lot of credit go to Pipeline's beautiful waves. It is just the start of the season. Stay tuned

[@Onelastridesurfing]

SUBBED. Loved the slow-mo. Def you can see a lot more of the little things that the surfers are doing on the wave this way. Cool to see all the little adjustments and different styles everyone has.

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thanks for your comment

[@tazfish3639]

How many opening days are going to have

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. I am coming out with another one soon from the day before this one. I hope you will like it too. Please subscribe and share. I waited a long time time to see a swell this big at Pipeline.

[@tonyyanca9649]

Exceptional footage and well done by slowing down the speed and zooming in closely on the action. Love it!!!

[@audbertovelez130]

wow!!!! ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨🙏😎✌👍

[@sionnach013]

Brilliant !

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@paulhogan3786]

100% credit to the filmer / editor and all the surfers

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you. I give Pipeline and the Surfers all of the credit. Thanks again

[@glennmoff]

This footage is rad 🤙🏾 🌊🖤💛❤️

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank you

[@Nashinsi]

Awesome film 👍🤙

[@swellpatrol5638]

Thank You

[@Ginoffvine]

🏆

[@FluidSurfing]

Amazing! Stunning! This is it! Not only tubes and tubes and tubes non stop. This is a story. A place. A moment. A man. And waves. From 5:10 to the end, the music editing might be improved. At 6:30' I didn't feel emotion looking at giant waves... Because of the music? Maybe. Both picture and sound are a stereophony for our mind. Love your work mate!!

[@swellpatrol5638]

First, Thanks for watching and commenting on my video.Your comments inspire me to keep working hard. Second, you're right I need to make improvements in my music are editing. Thank you for caring enough to let me know what I need to improve. I can't wait until the next to the next big swell to make those improvements

[@swellpatrol5638]

I hope to see your comments next video

[@FluidSurfing]

@@swellpatrol5638 great!! Of course. Happy to see you answered to my message. I'm not sure about my opinion in musics (it's so personal) but surely positive to improve for good results. Glad to subscribe and see more from you.

[@matthammond4485]

Omg Benji Brand🤯😱 Has anyone ever WOW on opening day swell before?

[@daleharrison9357]

Was that The Devil Winds?!