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Watch Why Kelly Slater Said ‘Brazil’s Like Nowhere Else’

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Barrels on barrels. Vibes on vibes. Surfing’s most storied competitor shows off his style in this gorgeous short.

Kelly Slater’s “Lost Tapes” returns this week with a raucous episode in Brazil. Watch the legend explore, prospect, crowd-please, and even wipe out behind the tow ski. (It wasn’t really his fault.)

Oh yeah: Slater’s competitive side also flares up throughout. Tranquil segments set to chill tunes keep the tone mellow, but cuts from badass World Surf League head-to-heads against the likes of John John Florence and Seth Moniz reveal Slater’s sharper edge.

Episode 5 of the “Lost Tapes” is live now. Press play, get lost.

Runtime: 21.5 minutes

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