To earn the respect of the surfing community, you must successfully ride the barrel once. Kelly Slater, the acclaimed surfer, has definitely earned that respect by completing a perfect barrel numerous times in the past. The 51-year-old surfer was seen in the tube and proved that age is just a number when it comes to mastering the waves. His skill of navigating the backside barrel is unparalleled. As a result, he has earned the title of the world’s best surfer.

Slater has been a professional surfer for over 32 years. In that time, he won the World Champion title 11 times. Recently, a page named Lieberfilms uploaded a video of him showcasing his perfect form on the surfboard while riding a tube for a long time. The legend’s effortless glide through the mighty waves filled fans of the sport with admiration.

Kelly Slater’s Unmatched Barrel Riding Skills

The evergreen surfer is on a mission to defy the limitations of his age. However, in 2019 Slater decided to retire after he observed his form was not up to par with his previous years. But after taking some time off and reflecting on his passion for the sport, he made a remarkable comeback. In a recent Instagram video, spectators marveled as the great surfer skillfully caught some of the most epic barrels ever witnessed.

In the video captioned, “Still one of my favorite trips of all time,” the video’s uploader, Aaron Lieber, a cinematographer displayed Slater anticipating every move of the ocean. It’s as if he has a sixth sense, consistently positioning himself in the perfect spot to take on giant waves. At one point, the waves completely engulfed the surfer within the barrel, but he soon emerged with a big smile.

Kelly Slater’s Smile And Stunt Gets Online Recognition

The barrelling champion seemed one with the surfboard. No amount of thrashing by the powerful waves could dismount him from the boat. His incredible stunt earned the video 948 likes on Instagram, which is still rising. The viewers appreciated the surfer’s talent and determination with comments such as “Perfect” and “Outstanding.” Recently, he got a wild card entry to the WSL after Liam O’Brien eliminated him. This makes sure that his hope to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics still remains obtainable.

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Slater announced that he will take retirement after he qualifies for the 2024 Paris Olympics. This has excited his fans because they wish to see the master ride the tube.

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