Great video. That genuine stoke and positive vibe you constantly display is infectious and greatly appreciated. Your approach to it all is what life's all about. Have fun, always give it your best, overcome personal fear or obstacles and be cool with where you land. Lot's of life lessons going on in that video. It was clear you were feeling in over your head. I waited and waited and was absolutely stoked to see you up on that .....you did it, and the look on your face after was just pure happiness. What a day

No shame Gravy, barely anyone catches a wave their first time in 10-foot Pipe. At least you paddled out and got the experience. Late season Country is when the locals rule the lineups more than the pros, and regular guys can actually catch waves. I predict the best is yet to come for you

I've watched XXL Pipe from the beach, but you couldn't PAY me enough to go out there under those conditions. Massive props to you guys!

This is why we love your content Ben! The stoke is contagious!

Sometimes the best waves are the ones nobody else wants.

That whole "feeling small" thing when seeing Pipe at size is Ma nature reminding you of who is really in charge ! Go Ben ! Be safe ....... there's no shame in surviving !

"I caught a wave (at pipe) that no one else wanted, and that doesn't matter because I caught a wave..." That's the only thing anyone and everyone should take away from this. Ben Gravy, you inspire me and many others to grab it by the balls and go for it. Not because you're the best, not because you want to be the best, but simply because you're just doing it. You're doing what so many others dream of and may never be able to. Just by doing what you're doing, and by genuinely and honestly being who you are, you're proving that somehow in this fucked up world, life still has meaning. Don't stop.

I knew when I started watching you several years ago that I’d watch you surf big Pipeline one day. Here you are…You go Ben Gravy!

Takes major balls just to paddle out! You got a great wave! So happy for you!

Mad props Ben, the line "nothing to fear but fear itself" doesn't apply to a day like that at Pipe. Too many variables way beyond anyone's control, borderline insanity. I think you need to get a couple straight Pipe boards for when you go to Hawaii. Maybe Wade can shape you some and you keep them a Jamie's so you don't have to travel with them.... just idea For the Dream!

One of your best vlogsBen. Being around Jamie you just never know what is next. The soundtrack was perfect. I knew you would nail it...:)

The way you filmed that, the music soundtrack, the commentary; you captured the intensity of the moment at freaking gnarly Pipeline! Mega juevos! Congratulations!

Epic job brother!! You did what i will never do. I stopped because of injury, but Pipeline always me . I lived in Kauai and Maui and when we went to the Northshore it was flat. Great job Ben!! Such a massive thing to personally conquer.

Ben, appreciate you sharing this experience with us. What a beautiful moment, a dream realized. Forever stoked on life. Congrats man.

so appreciate how real you keep it, Ben. No tough guy, above it all attitude. Humble. Pure respect.

Way to go big dog! More stones than me, I'm a right coaster and biggest I ever had the guts to paddle out in on a Hawaii trip was what I called 6'-8'. A local came and joined me, awesome dude, informed me that it was like 2' Hawaiian 😥 Anyway, just seeing it in person was a learning experience.

Yeah Ben! So stoked for you. It's been so inspiring watching you take on each and every challenge and conquering them come what may. Truly through discomfort and beating our fears we find our best self. For the frickin' dream!!!!

...again it's probably just me, but am I the only one who expects to look up and see THE LEGEND paddling his kayak into one of those BOMBS!! 🤣😂😄😉😘 YEEW!! 🤙🏼🤙🏼

Man i felt that part when you talked about hearing the thunder of the waves. THATS when you know its as good as it gets and it is a BOMB SWELL. Being out in the water during those days are forever imbedded into my brain, especially my first time going out in it and experiencing that LOUD thunder happening all around you... the waves crashing really sounds just like Thunder on those days. I vividly remember how dropping in felt like on them bombs, it was like i was flying 100mph headed straight for the beach. It felt like i was dropping in forrrreverrrr before setting up for the bottom turn, because of how huge the faces were it was a crazy feeling. This was at Belmar, 16th ave I was around 18 and been bodyboarding for a few years and will NEVER forget popping my first epic "thunder" Hurricane swell cherry. How crazy long those drop ins felt to me and how intimidating it was to look up at the the huge wall/face while riding (keep in mind when bodyboarding your laying down right, so that face is looking Alot bigger when your on it looking up for a section to hit, lol).

Ben! Dude! We all have the utmost confidence in you my friend. I didn't doubt you for a moment. Comparatively to the bigger waves you've surfed the last couple years, you should feel confident in your abilities dude. I know it's nerve racking, I've been there, but I think if anyone could do that, it could be you! I think you will surf bigger and gnarlier barrels in your future dude! We all believe in you, we know you can! For the dream!

seeing how happy you were after catching a wave a pipe actually made me so happy! i love to see it.

Kudos to you Ben. I've only surfed Pipeline on a 2 to 4ft. day and that was intimidating many years ago. That wave is steep, powerful and fast. Great job brother! For the Dream!!!

Stoked for you Ben. You’re killing it. Congrats and Much Love. Thank you TONS for sharing your stoke!

I respect how honest you were about how you felt that day and being truly nervous about surfing Pipe on a big day like that, instead of acting hard. Good luck out there mr. Ben Gravy!!

Thanks for the inspiration! I love the post-surf portion where the pure joy of achieving your dream just radiates from your being. May we all be so focused, blessed and courageous to go for our dreams whatever they may be. You rock!

Once again , you show the real deal of surfing pipe. It’s always someone’s dream wave , or lifetime destination. You are the greatest thing surfing has seen ever Ben Gravy . Legend .

Yeah-yeah-yeah!! Love watching you going for and living the dream--you are such a positive, inspiring figure, Ben. You probably have no real concept of how many lives you touch in a really great way. But no worries--make the claim, catch the wave, live the dream and hopefully you can feel the massive wave of good energy following you and pushing you forward.

Much respect you're the man gravy keep doing what you're doing and thanks for bringing us along with you I really appreciate it God bless you

You got a wave in Pipeline, that is it, it dosen't matter the size, you got a wave Ben and that is awesome.

You are very sincere and an honest guy with your own feeling about the wave! We love you brother! Keep on shredding 🤙🤙🤙🏄🏄🏄 hello from bali island! 👋👋👋🏝🏝☀️☀️🏄🏄🏄😊

Super proud of you Ben! I live in Hawaii and I know that Pipe is way bigger in person than it looks on camera! I would never have the courage or the skill to paddle out there! You did it brother! And.....while I was watching you being nervous, I wanted to tell you, "remember, you're a good surfer, just try to relax and be confident in your ability!" You did it! The dream is real!

Really, this is one of the best channels on youtube. You show it ALL. Perfect waves, mushy disorganized waves, nervousness, "can I do this?". All of the work just to get in the line up. Great content, keep up the great work.

Ben your excitement in your voice and your expressions on your face did my soul good! I had faith in you!! I knew you could do it!!

"It's nothing in the scheme of things..." No sir, it's absolutely EVERYTHING in the scheme of things....Dream realized. Amazing stuff Ben! YEWWWW!!!

SOOOOOOO STOKED FOR YOU BRO!!!!!!!! keep pushing forward in your growth!!! fully inspiring!!

Congrats Ben. You could see the pure stoke on your face afterwards.

Man i know the feeling...my first time at Pipe I walked down to the beach and put my board down. It was massive and I was super nervous but once you walk down there with a board, in front of dozens of people and photographers, you have to paddle out! I did and it was amazing - i didnt die and got a couple of decent waves. Was super stoked when i got back in also. Pipe definitely forces you to go to another level

Kudos to you Ben, gotta keep pushing yourself, love your humble approach and thanks for the genuine sharing

your content is so wholesome bro keep at it, and congrats on that ride!

Past topic..the addiction talk.. you administered:).. a few segments ago was really important.. few realize how surfers fall prey to that unless you've been there..its really fun and easy to drink a few dozen beers after a good surf..but that's such a trap over time..its like the opposite of the spirit of the sea..that really made me stoked on your whole trip..nice job dude!!..you probably helped a lot of young surfers.

Between you and JOB these are by far the best vlogs on the internet. Heck, I was nervous watching this, can't imagine the knot in your stomach the first time paddling out into that. Has to be somewhat comforting having the pipe master himself alongside.

One of the best surfing video I have ever seen. Seeing those big waves are peaceful.

Unreal Gravy! Absolute stones just to paddle out never mind get a wave! Congrats dude

You did it! WTG! Loved this video - the music was perfect. You got your wave! Just great seeing you & Jamie & crew together. The footage of the waves was breathtaking.

So stoked for you Ben. We could feel the fear coming off of you but you still paddled out. 🤙

Great Vid, Loved how you captured the empty waves , the misses , the makes. Your stoke is infectious, stoked for you as well.

Had to finish watching from the moment you asked us to pray for you. That's refreshing and you've got a great attitude towards life's challenges. Keep up the positive attitude, but yes, know your limits mostly. Good job catching your wave.

I love how waves look small(on screen) when no one is out. But then you add one little person and they look huge.

20:00 You couldn't have said it better. Surfed for 45 years +. Trying to get the stoke back. That brings it all back to me. Thanks.

Happy for you @Ben Gravy, by far your best video, ie, suspense, gradual build up, the soundtrack, nice work.

Man, sitting on the beach in Hawaii during a huge winter swell, feeling the beach shaking when those walls come through is humbling. Going out is heroic

LOVE This video ! Ben, your stoke jumped off the screen. What a testament to the joys of surfing and pushing one's limits - Bravo !!

Massive congrats to you. You nailed it. And what a story you just told. So intense but you did it, and with so much well-earned stoke at the end. Gutsy!

One of the best overall vids you've done. They've all been good but this one, for some reason, was really fun to watch. Maybe it was the anticipation/nervousness but either way - stoked!

There's psyched, and there's psyched out. Early on, you psyched yourself out. But with Jamie's help and assistance, you were able to get beyond that. Fear is the enemy, it will hold you back from your dreams! Well Done!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What you said at the end of the video was so well stated and relatable thank you for that

Amazing footage and - I´m totally happy for you! Overcoming fear is one of the best things that one can experience. Love this video - it´s so honest :-)

Dude, that was so rad!! The realness you displayed is genuine and you just lived the dream us surfers who may never get a chance to surf such an iconic break live only in our dreams!! Kudus bro!!

Proud of you Ben. The biggest waves are internal and you rocked it.

Insane session! It’s awesome that you got a couple. Awesome that you paddled out. Having never been in such a situation, the paddle out looks super challenging. And just being out there dodging and ducking around and under huge sets must be insane. I would love to hear more details about those things.

Your humilty and postive energy are what is MAX-ing, bigger than Pipe ;-) 👍🏼👍🏼 thats why we watch. (And of course one of these says youre going to get spit-out at 15 foot pipeline too :)

Congratz bro, i love the video cause we can really feel your anxiety and fears. I've been watching all the contest this year a free surf on cams when it was maxing but your video with Jamie cought the pre-surf in maxing pipe like any others!!💪👍👏👏👏❤️❤️🎉. And congratz for your wave as well, Jamie really give you a strange board to go out there in these conditions, but he either wanted to protect you or his quiver and you to wipeout like anyone else 😂 haha! Jamie the sadistic!

Way to go Ben! The stoke is real! Livin' the dream!

I did have the same experience about 12 years ago. It was massive. You are a humble Hero. I’ll catch you in Oahu soon. Great job.

Awesome Ben. Well done. Was feeling your nerves and anticipation. Very genuine. You’re a good surfer but that place is super next level, not to mention the intense line up with all the pros and shit. You did well man. 👍🏼

Living the dream! Congrats. That was something off the bucket list!

Sick video for sure! I was nervous with you watching 3rd reef bomb! And JOB’s last line is classic! Got spit out of Backdoor and ended up at pipe😂🤙

Ben, I believe you have the skill to do a lot more in big surf. Fear is the issue, and it's intimidating. Keep at it! You're a legend!

Way to go Ben! I'm so stoked to see you get this far in your life. My prppsto you

You conquer your inner fears, thats what surfing is all about in mu perception of reality, thank you ben for these videos, your a legit surfie dude

WTG Gravy!!! You faced your fears...you overcame them...and look at how you felt. I'm pretty sure that's what it's all about. ROCK ON!

I just can't imagine the feeling you would have had, if you hadn't gone out there. But you'll never have to know that feeling now. Keep charging Bro. You're definitely capable of being out there.

Soooo familiar. I have not surfed in ages but this is exactly how it goes when you push your boundaries. Fear is what keeps you alive. It brought back memories of sitting in a line up and bailing out on your first take offs. Great to relive those moments. I need to surf again.

Great waves, with great surfers. I especially like the hospitality and the complimentary surf helmet with his quiver, for his guests new to the break. Very top notch, first class. Jamie wore his cool helmet and shredded the gnarly. I like the helmet to also protect the ears from cold winds. 🤙🍍

Ben, I was so happy for you, especially seeing your reaction after was the best..Awesome Ben Gravy!!!

Awesome Gravy, the bar was moved up by a few notches respect. Jamie, he makes it look so easy!

Thanks for sharing the stoke BG! Totally diggin the vibe brah!!

I was stressing just watching this! haha. That is what surfing is all about. For some, they may be just as stressed surfing 3-4 jersey, but still push themselves to get out, others are charging massive nazare. At the end of the day, if you come out of the water with a smile on your face and you know you pushed yourself to do something you didn't do before, its a win. Thanks for reminding us all what surfing is all about!

Ya you did! Great job , it makes me happy to see how happy you are about the ride. So thanks for that🤙 Keep charging 😜🏄‍♀️

Your the man Ben!!!! East coast showing up! Thanks for all u do brother

That was great seeing you overcome such fear. I can’t imagine how many bombs that must’ve come through where you seeing your life flash before your eyes getting caught inside. Then come out of it with a nice wave is a cherry on the top. That was heavy and I could feel that anxiety right along with you.

What a brilliant video - lovely to see some authenticity like this - good on yer mate I couldn't do it :)

Prob heaviest vlog to date. I think everyone watching could feel how intense that was. U need balls the size of basketballs just to paddle out in that insanity. What an amazing place. And Jaime is a pretty sick dude to make that happen for u. Maybe he does have a heart after all. H. A.

Proving grounds! Definitely not tina-sized waves :-) Way to charge Ben sunset pipeline session for the win Mahalo to JOB for supervising and making sure you didn't get in over your head at least Jamie's not trying to kill you like he did poopies so many times looking forward to more Hawaii footage Aloha pineapples

Legend!!! Just paddling out and see what is going on is a big achievement. You get one... Next time, another one a bit more psycho. Is more about commitment than skill. I like the point of view, it puts Pipeline in the perspective of normal surfers. I am not sure if I would paddle out there.

Man this is why you are my favorite surfer Ben! Sick wave!!

So sick man! I was totally living vicariously through you and utterly terrified with you. Huge props for going out and pushing yourself!

Outstanding Ben, You don't know til you go... Compare that wave to your NJ looked pretty close. Face your fears live your dreams, yo!

So stoked for you Ben!

There’s no shame being nervous charging double over head Pipe. Stoked for you🤙🏽👌🏽

Thanks for posting this Ben!

Excellent Ben well done.. You have definitely shown in this vid why we all surf,, Its that one wave we all want, and it usually comes when we least expect it, then we want it again but perhaps bigger next time.. And in that moment on that wave we are living the dream.. Great editing btw and the music was spot on. New subscriber

that's why we love you mate. most of us will never experience this. Nature always make us remember how small we are

So stoked for you! You did it!

Wtg bro, super stoked for you and maybe a little jealous. Keep living the dream. I'm vicariously on the ride with you, so thanks for what you do

I'm sure that I'm not the only one to have said this but we/us/fans always knew you could do it m8 and we are dam proud of you.

The slow-motion waves look like Hawaii Five-O. “Book em Danno”.

Love the soundtrack. I never surfed but have boogie boarded and body surfed the North shore. A once in a lifetime experience!

Dude I'm so fired up for you after watching this video ! Stoked 🤙

Ambassador of stoke you win the day! Some of my most memorable days were one wave days.