THE BONO "7 GHOSTS" thAt TiDAL wAve iN iNdOnESiA

[@Lotus-Son]

You are the greatest surfing ambassador in modern times. You’re talented in both your surfing and your creativity here. And you have the most charming, genuine, insightful, and considerate personality in surfing. And like others have said, this was one of those frustrating mysteries on a video almost a decade old (the Rip Curl edit) and deserved more attention. These videos are so good and well-produced. Thank you so much, Dylan. You really bring content that the surf world and current industry/market just doesn’t deliver on at any substantial level right now.

[@DylanGravesYT]

Wow thank you so much for the kind words here 🙏🙌 I’m really enjoying the process of these trips and now being very involved in the production side of things has been very fulfilling! But when comments like these roll in it’s the best cherry on top so thank YOU for the inspiration here 🍻🫡

[@thegrassisbluer09]

@@DylanGravesYTcant agree enough, I'm a desert rat far away from any wave bigger than 4 inches who has no business knowing about surfing - but your work shows such a pure appreciation of surfing that it is appealing to and enthralls anyone. We're all lucky that you're lucky enough to be in your position!

[@DylanGravesYT]

@@thegrassisbluer09 I’m grateful 💯 thank u for the kind words 🙏

[@deltivan]

Dylan is becoming the Anthony Bourdain of surfing. Beautiful!

[@DylanGravesYT]

‼️‼️‼️ whoa 🤯 day made 🙌🫡

[@drewmccrary8230]

You're like the David Attenborough of surf culture; an absolute legend. Keep up this positively delightful content!

[@DylanGravesYT]

‼️🙌🍻Drew !

[@dbotdarobot]

Dylan puts out the best surf content on youtube. Just so different but he also captures what its all about.

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks Drew 🍻🫡

[@robinlathim8221]

I just found your channel, and now im subscribed. I used to surf back in the 70s and we never thought to even wonder if places like this exsisted. I started watching surf videos about a year ago, and there are some good channels and its been really fun. However your channel seems so unique in that you go places where not everyone has been or even knows about, and you make friends and illuminate the history that makes it what it is. Such an interesting phenomenon in this episode, and alot of fun to watch, feels like hangin out with friends. Im 65 now and i havent surfed in at least 30 years, but i still swim in the ocean everyday. And i could definetely see doing this, it looks like a blast. Thanks for your interest in these beautifil and uncommin places, you do a great job documenting and photographing your journey. Cant wait to watch more of the episodes youve put out, just awesome! God bless and be safe Dylan ❤

[@DylanGravesYT]

Hi Robin, thanks for tuning and the kind words :) glad some of the videos resonated with you… definitely trying my best to do the people, places and waves I get to experience justice in the game of video and editing ! Haha it’s fun to try and capture all of it and bottle it for the good memories they were :) glad you enjoyed, happy holidays - Dylan

[@jakebullock9246]

Dylan, I stumbled upon your channel only a few weeks ago and all I can say is I wish I found it sooner. The places you’ve been, stories you tell, and laughs you give me are priceless. Thank you for going on the trips we all dream of. You’re the man mate!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Glad to hear 🙌 definitely loving the trips and trying to make it happen as best I can, also to do the trips/people and places I travel justice is a huge driving force. As are comment like these 🍻👊

[@rhidiandavies1991]

That has to be the best tidal wave I've ever seen, crazy how good those faces were.

[@DylanGravesYT]

It was a really special one

[@SkipperSurfReview]

That's the best video I've seen on KZbin since the beginning of 2023!!! Thanks for sharing, Dylan!!!!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Cheers thank u !

[@jonlewis8417]

Bravo!!! In my option the best story you have done. The flow of the story line of past history to local guides to you ripping to end it with a party wave with groms!!! You are so good at capturing surf culture and the characters that surround it is amazing! You have also have such a talent for matching the music to the sections. Loved the tracks! This video is so inspirational!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks so much Jon!!! I had some temporary tracks in there that I just loved so much and felt like they worked so well (who boy and dungen) I tried to create music for those sections and it just didn’t feel the same at all, so luckily I was able to revenue share with the artists and leave em in there. First time doing that ! All the rest are mine and will upload to Spotify soon … cheers for the support as always

[@cashcade]

Brought the KZbinrs on the boat! They must have been so stoked you da man Dylan

[@jimmylabragotto5975]

feels like life has more meaning after I watch your videos. you have the eye and put in words what surfing is about, and why we love it.

[@DylanGravesYT]

trying my best to put into words our indescribable sport 🤯 thanks for tuning in 🍻

[@aarondiaz2506]

I clicked on the video with the intention of not watching it full length, i just was interesed in seeing a small footage of the wave as a curiosity, but Dylan you are so chill and the it feels like a documentary, i watched it full and enjoyed it.

[@DylanGravesYT]

Stoked to hear Aaron thanks for tuning in and sticking around 🍻

[@DanielLane]

Another exceptional video Dylan, seriously killing it. This wave has always been under documented so you've really given us so much to go from. You definitely need to go for a super moon at some stage.

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks Daniel 🍻👊 glad you think so! I wanted to go ever since that rip curl vid and I needed to know everything about it and always wanted to do a video like this … thanks for the feed back VOs du enjoyed it 🍻

[@jesusisking3814]

We all have sinned, and have broken God’s law (The Ten Commandments). Wrong doing deserves justice and must be punished (just like how a criminal has to pay for the crime they have committed) but God saved us from the eternal punishment of our sins by sending His Son Jesus Christ to pay the penalty for us, so that we may have everlasting life. Now for you to accept the free gift of grace, you must repent of your sins and put your faith in Jesus Christ and you will you be saved from eternal punishment, and be given everlasting life. By faith you will receive the Holy Spirit and He will transform your heart and clean you from the inside out. Turn away from sin, read Bible, pray for Jesus to reveal Himself to you and change you, seek to do what is right according to the Bible. Much love and God bless.

[@luiso.is0]

This video is a perfect mix between information, culture, surfing and epic vibes. Is simply a masterpiece. Thanks for this awesome chapter 🔥

[@DylanGravesYT]

Wow thank you!!! 🍻🍻🍻

[@justinleeb]

Stoked! Glad to have found your channel after obsessing over your Weird Waves series.

[@DylanGravesYT]

🙌

[@AustinCatmull]

Love the edits, man. Such a cool adventure! 🤙

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thank u ! That was a special on 💯 glad to have it for the memory banks and this little edit as the souvenir :) thanks for stopping by 🍻

[@georgegeoh6381]

Amazing wave ...wonderfull peaple ))) Aloha )))))

[@TaranakiGreenfields]

So good!! Epic you were able to duck into that section 8 even for just a little bit. Amazing.

[@DylanGravesYT]

Definitely stoked on the vision 💯

[@ArtemGridin]

this is the best video i have ever seen about this unique wave! thank you Dylan for taking us on such an adventure!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks for the feedback / support 🍻

[@flowstatehandle]

The captain America Bono Vlogger has almost 20 times the amount of subscribers, what a legend. Epic video as always Dylan!

[@DylanGravesYT]

I know ! Thinking of switching up my strategy a bit now lol

[@Sealove80]

Che video fantastico !!!!!! L' ho guardato ancora ancora e ancora !!! Grazie per avermi dato la possibilità di vedere un fenomeno tanto incredibile!!!!! 👏🤙🌊❤️ Correre così su un'onda infinita .....sono senza parole !!!! Bravo !!!! 👏👏🤙

[@davecalneggia6285]

... sick edit mate , been fascinated by the Bono ever since the rip curl trip.. nice to see it again and get an update on what's happening there 🙏 cheers Dylan

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thank you! Agreed ! I loved that rip curl video so much … and felt drawn to that place now being based in Aus …

[@hunterdavis3003]

Dylan is seriously one of the best surfers on the planet, also the most intelligent and creative! Thank you

[@elrad9020]

epic... once again you are showing what surf needs more of, stoke, happiness and good vibes. Great work

[@DylanGravesYT]

🍻cheers thank you so much 🙌🫡

[@maxi.p8542]

That was such a good video, I ended it wanting more! This channel is sooo underrated

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks dude, trying my heart out here lol

[@canaanthevarakam1396]

Not sure how this doesn't have more views, such a great documentary. Keen to see more and I've subscribed!

[@DylanGravesYT]

🫶cheers buddy 🍻 big love

[@louiskuamoo]

Indo has so many excellent surf spots & now this? When the surf is flat, you can surf tidal bores too! Tight knit group of dedicated people opening the eyes of viewers worldwide with your help Dylan! Excellent footage dude, keep these videos coming to you tube! Mahalo & aloha

[@jimmicane]

Dylan your storytelling is one of a kind in this era of surfing. The modern day Bruce Brown!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Big love James Cabe thank u 🙌

[@BigDaddy-hn7oh]

Classic brother. Our diversity is our strength thank you for highlighting that in this video what a cool place and nice people

[@DylanGravesYT]

Damn yeah that’s it ! Thanks for your support 👊

[@hihowareya2839]

cheers for spreading joy brother. loved the weird waves series and loving the new channel!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks for tuning in for all of it. Really appreciate it 🍻🫡

[@johnhagan582]

Bro first time viewer so yeah I wanna give a great big shout out to everyone that this is a really unique and awesome phenomenon that people from my generation could of only dreamed about as a kid or young man .Love your direction on the content and more importantly your overall vibe of searching out beyond and outside the box of the sport I love surfing .Yours and Ben Gravys vlogs are truly inspiring .as having fun while at the same time learning how to create something that people can really relate to .I'm now a subscriber and will be waiting for more epic episodes. I'm stoked my friends 😂

[@DylanGravesYT]

thanks for the stoke John!

[@johnhagan582]

@@DylanGravesYT You bet Dylan.

[@ericschrdr]

Amazing content - your videos rock 🤘🤘🤘

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thank you 🙏

[@mikaraki]

Great story, great edit and great host! Keep up the good work :)

[@DylanGravesYT]

🍻thanks Michelle much appreciated 🙏🙌

[@myadventure045]

Ya, terimakasi banyak for bringing attention to this amazing place. But i hope you did not blow it up with this amazingly well produced video ... i mean i am totally going! Sampai jumpa.

[@MrIsomer]

Great production! Like how you incorporated the local "Bloggers" into your piece as well. What a wonderful stage that place is at right now - you scored it relatively early in its evolution. I can see foilers migrating to that place and connecting ALL those different sandbars if that's indeed possible.

[@kendalldavis99]

After seeing you and ben gravy surf the turnagain arm i was so stoked to get on it, after surfing it im all about bore tide surfing, I was terrified of bono because of the ripcurl video, but this video made me realize that I could be worthy of the seven ghosts one day

[@TheFletchandSebShow]

This was soooo rad. Just like supporting the Carlton Football Club, the next logical step is to "make the 8".

[@YeahWhateverBro]

1 year later, this gift is still giving.

[@f0t0b0y]

Hands-down, one of my favorite travel Vlogs! Well done on this one! So cool to see the local stoke I can’t believe they get waves every day no matter what the swell. 🙌🏼🤘🏼

[@danieladams7782]

Awesome Dylan! really enjoy your content! put a smile on my face always. Cheers!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thank you so much, so glad to hear ! 🍻 for the support 👊

[@dantedante21]

So much better then a vlog!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thank you for even noticing that 🙌

[@marketingcostablanca]

Good job Dylan! Keep creating stuff like this ; )

[@jeremiharvey1866]

Hell yeah ! there's a tidal bore near my place, way smaller and underground than this one but hell of fun to ride ! few spots in eastern canada that might peak your'e interest also. love your'e videos by the way, keep the good vibes !

[@DylanGravesYT]

Interesting, what part of Canada ?

[@jeremiharvey1866]

@@DylanGravesYT well, you could Start from Montreal, There is two River waves There. Go east (sainte-flavie) and score in the saint-laurent (if your'e Very lucky in october/november and winter). Move on to the New-brunswick and try the Moncton Tidal bore, super fun, especially on a full moon! From There, travel to Nova Scotia and have some fun at LawrenceTown Beach or point Michaud ! Theres a lot of Ground to cover and loads of spots

[@leighgilmour1702]

Whoop whoop 🙌🏼 🎉

[@brunao2515]

this is so good! well done dylan 👏🏼

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thank u 🙏

[@croissants9273]

Sorry if i dont know but why is the water so brown is it dirty or is it naturally that color?

[@DylanGravesYT]

It’s actually dyed red from the roots of a mangrove that is prevalent in the area

[@manuelmaquieira3698]

Dylan those "content creators" are viral way before you can imagine! I will try to look for the video and drop it in your IG DM ... this is great congratulations!!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Oh yeah they’re killing it ! They have way more followers and views than me… got me rethinking my approach

[@the_grand_tourer]

19:26 The most crazy and beautful party wave I've ever seen! Surfin unites.

[@DylanGravesYT]

🙌 so pure !

[@bilbilsbilly]

15:13 "Nanti minto no WA 😅" So Indo. aunthentic This scene put smile on me , as an Indonesian , who was born in Bali Island , and also do and knowing about surf Great video as always Dylan , *suksma* & *terima kasih* , which mean thank you in Balinese and Indonesia

[@DylanGravesYT]

So glad to hear :) always have such a good time in Indonesia 🇮🇩 love the vibes :) thanks for watching and reaching out 🙌

[@bilbilsbilly]

@@DylanGravesYT 🍻cheers !

[@CantThinkofaCoolOne]

19:25 - scene of the video for me. Wonderful stuff from you every time Dylan.,

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks Jonathan! Yeah those guys rule 💯

[@HayunYusfardani]

Such an amazing content since the ripcurl 12 years ago, love to see your content man... 🔥🔥👍👍

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks for your support 🙏🍻👊

[@benburnett2706]

Yeah man, thanks for creating more exciting and interesting content 🤙🏼

[@LaforgeYT]

Best video ever !! 🎉💥

[@robinkoch8374]

So good 🔥 Would be cool to see more often and more frequently videos from you 🙏

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thank you! I plan too :)

[@jesusisking3814]

We all have sinned, and have broken God’s law (The Ten Commandments). Wrong doing deserves justice and must be punished (just like how a criminal has to pay for the crime they have committed) but God saved us from the eternal punishment of our sins by sending His Son Jesus Christ to pay the penalty for us, so that we may have everlasting life. Now for you to accept the free gift of grace, you must repent of your sins and put your faith in Jesus Christ and you will you be saved from eternal punishment, and be given everlasting life. By faith you will receive the Holy Spirit and He will transform your heart and clean you from the inside out. Turn away from sin, read Bible, pray for Jesus to reveal Himself to you and change you, seek to do what is right according to the Bible. Much love and God bless.

[@DubKicker101]

Holy that turn at 16:57 is absolutely insane!!!!

[@DylanGravesYT]

🍻

[@kohlsilguero2807]

Amazing video and trip and surfing Dylan great job bradda love the way you connect with others and shine your light ! so I was wondering, what kind of wild life is swimming around in that river ? Also did you feel threatened by any gnarly bacteria or anything like that , just curious . Again awesome video!!!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thank u ! There’s crocodiles in the area but they don’t hang around when the wave comes thru … most wildlife wants to be as far away from that tidal surge as possible. The local kids paddle to and from the wave without a worry. With any body of water there’s always risks of bacteria but I didn’t get sick at all when I was there :) nothing but thumbs up from me and my experience 🫶

[@robruben3275]

Can’t believe you only have 16k subs. You deserve 1m atleast.

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks dude 👊 just chippin away :)

[@kaimurphy7953]

Your living the life Dylan. Keep up the great videos dude!!

[@DylanGravesYT]

🍻 buddy

[@JaiMautai1980]

Bro love the channel from one surf nerd to another thanks brother frothing yew yew surf on 🔥🔥🔥

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks u ! Stoked to hear it 🍻🙏

[@shotspotsurf]

Thanks heaps for this mate! Gold 🙌

[@DylanGravesYT]

My pleasure the trip was epic 🍻

[@reeceryan1600]

biiiiig time subscribing after this video, great stuff mate

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thank u 🍻🙌

[@bigrig8539]

tried surfing a little while ago because of your channel. I sucked but I had a good time. Will do again for sure!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Haha get back out there ! Like anything the more you do it the easier it gets 🍻🫡

[@kv72]

Grande Dylan Graves! Por más vídeos así!! 🙌

[@surfingelectronics1630]

What an awesome video. I would love to try to. By the way how deep is it? If I surf it with a hydrofoil will it work? Or will I hit the bottom? Thx Dylan

[@minnird]

Sick video. Love your content and stoked you have a channel now 🤙🤙

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks for tuning in 🍻

[@thisisshaneg]

Such a good episode!

[@DylanGravesYT]

🍻ty

[@kony2023]

Thanks for the video. Love your surf knowledge!

[@DylanGravesYT]

🍻🙏

[@mikeyoung7736]

wow so cool Dylan. Its making me think of a trip there.

[@DylanGravesYT]

It’s worthy ! Definitely a bucket lister ! One of the coolest trips I’ve been on

[@mikeyoung7736]

@@DylanGravesYT keep it up Dylan. I love the vids my bro.

[@adamlangdon2245]

So cool.👏👏🤘🤘🔥🔥🌋

[@duckyorwell9416]

Subbing, love the relaxation I get from these, the surfing, the nature, the calming music, and the soothing voice. Good on you bro, keep up the good stuff

[@DylanGravesYT]

🍻buddy thanks for the support and kind words 🙏🫡 def puts some wind in the sails 🙌

[@Spacecatjester]

You are a fantastic filmmaker. I must say!

[@DylanGravesYT]

🍻thank u! Trying my best here :)

[@crazybeardjones]

Amazing!

[@rajat93]

Terikasih sudah berkunjung dinagara kami Indonesia, anda harus menyuarakam kedunia tentang bahaya perusakan hutan oleh kooperasi the forestasi agar bono tetap ada.

[@corneliusblackwood9014]

Not a surfer, but I did spend a year in Costa Rica on a short board, you have a great channel and I wish you the best. The quality leads one to believe you’re a major KZbinr with a million followers. If that’s your goal, keep your head down and keep grinding, you’ll get there!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks for the encouragement 🙏 🍻 feels like I’m growing at a snails pace but I’m having fun with it :) thanks for tuning in 🍻

[@surf_videos]

Great Video - not many tidal bore vids ... this is a good one,

[@dangacore]

Man that wave 8 needs to be scored. Sick doco mate yewwww

[@DylanGravesYT]

Agreed !!! It’s proper !!! Cheers 🍻

[@chasewebster8454]

Epic episode!

[@ingmar5053]

Great vibes✌️😎 but I am wondering is this weird waves season 4 with another name I’m watching or will there be even more amazing stuff coming up soon at the Vans channel?

[@DylanGravesYT]

This is just a video for my channel :) but there is a S4 of weird waves ready to drop!

[@ingmar5053]

Yes yes yes🥳

[@RhodiumAstronaut]

Amazing work. Keep it up!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thank u 🙏

[@jcawl6033]

so sick!!

[@brianpark2564]

so good! thanks for such a good follow up Dylan, but something that im dying to know is how often does this break like is it 1 or 2x per year or is it every day with the tide change?

[@DylanGravesYT]

It breaks all year round, every full and new moon, for a handful of days around each moon. Problem is for from April-Oct the biggest tide swings happen at night … so it’s really only surfable from Nov-March

[@dudeabides3860]

What's the music at 12:30~ Great video!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Toy plane by Who Boy

[@harvey5060]

Just makes me want to surf! I kayak surf but have never board surfed. I think it’s time…!

[@DylanGravesYT]

Damn yeah! Get out there ❤️

[@brawndothethirstmutilator9848]

Quite a wave! Really great content. Looks like a good place for a researcher that specializes in Bull Sharks to gather some data 😂

[@thomascouelle9191]

Amazing video thanks Dylan

[@joeystitt1695]

I’m putting it on my list of places to go that’s un real , keep up the vids man I just found your channel What was that song right at the end ?

[@DylanGravesYT]

Welcome ! Thanks for tuning in :) The last song in this is “power plant” by Dungen

[@mikestillshreddin7636]

Does that wave rear its head every day or seasonal? I think tommy curren did a clip riding it.. but good for you haus.. livin the dream... me too, hold on, "and do you want fries with that, please pull forward" like i said, me too

[@DylanGravesYT]

6 months of the year this thing breaks, some days bigger than others but most are rideable … just a mission to get out in is all so everyone waits for the premiere days. And yes Tom Curren did go here on that rip curl trip I talk about in the piece

[@maxcroce6216]

awesome thank you for your unique videos

[@DylanGravesYT]

Thanks you for watching 🍻👊

[@BigDaddy-hn7oh]

You are doing the right thing don't stop keep charging Full Speed ahead

[@DylanGravesYT]

🍻🫡

[@dubhutbali]

love it bro

[@kai.glover]

So so so sick!!

[@DylanGravesYT]

👊

[@goodsurfnownz3424]

That was the raddest and funnest thing I've seen in ages! Chur Dylan

[@DylanGravesYT]

Glad you enjoyed it ! Cheers 🍻🍻🍻🫡

[@davidkmillerphotography]

So sick!

[@dcrafael86]

Nice vídeo browwww! ihuuuuu

[@DylanGravesYT]

🍻🍻🍻

[@muhammadariefwibowos.kelm.3853]

Hello Dylan Graves, My name is Arief Wibowo, and I am a PhD student at ITB, Indonesia. I am currently researching the tidal bore known as "Bono" on the Rokan River in Riau, Indonesia. I watched your video about Bono on the Kampar River, known as the "Seven Ghosts." Would you be interested in sharing your experience with Bono on the Kampar River? This could be valuable input for my research on the same phenomenon in the Kampar River.

[@DylanGravesYT]

Sounds epic, yes I just saw your email also I will reply soon, interested to help 💯

[@j3f423]

Epic ❤

[@dudeleboski2692]

Bloody classic! What a trip Dyllon! Or better DIALon

[@DylanGravesYT]

Hot fire ! Lol thanks dude

[@AidanGunn]

Great edit!

[@ramaimacdonald6430]

Man that was so epic. Love your work Dylan! 🔥

[@DylanGravesYT]

🍻 Ramai

[@harrisonrakhshani4706]

Dylan deserves more subs

[@DylanGravesYT]

that would be nice! haha