The Most Brutal Rivalry In Surfing History

This changed surfing forever…

"The Most Brutal Rivalry In Surfing History." This isn’t just about competition; it’s about the clash of titans, the epic showdown between Kelly Slater and Andy Irons that defined a generation of surfing. Dive deep with us as we explore the fierce battles, the mutual respect, and the intense moments that made every surf contest feel like an epic saga. From heart-stopping waves to behind-the-scenes drama, this rivalry had it all. But what made it so intense? You'll have to watch to discover the depths of their competition.

Get ready to be transported to iconic surf spots around the globe, where Slater and Irons went head-to-head in pursuit of surfing supremacy. This video is a rollercoaster of emotions, showcasing the highs and lows of professional surfing, the passion, the dedication, and the relentless drive to be number one. Through exclusive insights and breathtaking footage, we'll reveal how this rivalry wasn't just about winning; it was about pushing the limits of what's possible on a surfboard. Hit subscribe, like, and share for a front-row seat to the most monumental moments in surfing history.

[thatismattjohnsonjohnson]

Andy Irons was the best surfer I’ve ever seen in 40 years; no exaggeration.

[Deanguilberry]

That comment of thin and tired did sound so convincing as Slater nailed an olly oop in the background!

[trb]

Your narrative doesn't jibe with your video footage.

[BarbarraBay]

Andy Iron never won the 2000 Pipeline Masters. This video is the worst. The final of the 2000 Pipeline Masters was Rob Machado vs Mick Lowe. It was the 2003 Pipeline Masters where the winner of the final would be the world champ and Andy defeated Kelly.

[MiloHaines-ui]

The surf breaks are mixed up, cool vid, just the breaks are not correct.

[hectorhjilmargomezgarcia]

Los 02 dos son unos buenos Surfista a pesar que uno ya está en el cielo con el gran poder de dios 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[Shaun-lokc]

Irons better surfer in all aspects of being a surfer. Except for 'competition' surfing of which slater is the all time undisputed best

[mikejames]

slater went and surfed deadmans in Sydney when he went looking for better waves i saw him there

[ChristopherRoser]

Andy good surfer watched Andy skull the champagne a few time s the world tour was different when Andy surfed he showed slater a few things not good what happened with Andy had tears in my eye s surfing community lost a strong surfer who had swag and guts r.i.p Andy irons

[davidrobinson]

This is so sloppy and bad while also being in-depth. So strange. Where did this channel get all the info? No sources. People used to make a living working for the magazines by researching, interviewing the surfers and reporting on events while in attendance. This info makes up all of the content in this video. And here it is without a single mention of the magazines, books and writers who did the hard work originally (other than mentioning Slater's autobiography, really written by Jason Borte, but no mention of Borte's name). I hate it. I hate the lazy, deceitful way these youtube channels make money off of other people's work. Who shot all the footage? People actually swim out into the lineup at Pipe and literally put their lives on the line to get the water footage and there's no mention of a single person who did that. If anyone thinks this in-depth, badly produced ripoff of a look at competitive surf history has even a faint hint of quality to it then you've been duped and may the gods have mercy on your sheep souls.

[stewartcash]

Its a pity they became friends, it was better when they hated each others guts

[springfieldbearpatrol]

The most brutal thing in pro surfing history is Freddy P’s board stomp on a rock outcropping

[headmondronary]

Kelly is my surfing hero over the last 30 years but he fucked professional surfing and that's why we have a generic form in the wSL today. Andy was definitely the more talented surfer but he had bigger life forces that Kelly can't understand. He should though because of his father but it is what it is.

[formulah]

How many men has gisselle Bundchen brought down? Sheesh.

[Antoinette-ivev]

Disagree, Slater kept it clean, no enhancements, natural physique

[valerieumphenour]

AI was the GOAT. No one surfed better period!

[barryshepard]

Let's not forget that Slater is a Scientologist .

[JeffCrego]

you moving is cap, all bullshit and not even timed up, and the kids you show is not even the irons bros… please do more research next time and make this clip 1min and it would be ok. but 10 min saying the same thing?

[ItsWesSmithYo]

Thumbnail looks like Benjamin button stuff lol

[PeetSuhpie]

Radio controlled surfers?? Seriously?