Kelly Slater biography. Kelly Slater: the brightest star
Last update: 18.01.2019
43-year-old Kelly Slater is in South Africa while battling icy waves and dodging sharks. He narrowly avoided being attacked by sharks during the finals of the J-Bay Open surf competition on July 19. Mick Fanning, Kelly's longtime rival and 11-time world surfing champion, was in extreme situation related to " close encounter"with a shark. He was in a hurry to sail away safe place. Predators and extreme weather are a typical day for Slater. For the past few decades, his job as a professional surfer has been chasing waves. He opposes them in every way rare corner of our planet.
Now Kelly Slater, the greatest surfer of all time, is offering a different kind of challenge - inspiring rides. Together with friend designer John Moore, they announce the release of a new men's collection, Outerknown, which was presented on July 15, 2015. (The Hawaiian-Japanese brand M.Nii specializes in the production of swimwear. John Moore is the designer of the brand, who has released a collection of clothing for surfers).
About travel and starting a career
“When you travel like I do, you can be in South Africa one day and Paris the next,” says Slater, fresh from a desert holiday camp. "You're like a chameleon because you fit in different ways life. You can offer diversity to the world." Taking a moment to reflect on the man who embodies the spirit of Outerknown, the surfer adds: “I think a lot of us are dreamers. We follow our passions. This is something we all have in common.”
It's been 24 years since Kelly first started surfing on the ASP World Tour. His career began at the age of 19. The surfer became both the youngest, at 20, and the oldest, at 39, surfing champion in the history of competitive surfing. Every year adult life Slater's was filled with remote places, diverse cultures, mind-blowing physical achievements. “Outerknown” is the place where the surfer directs everything that comes his way. According to Kelly, the brand strives to be "transparent" in all aspects production process, starting from raw materials and ending labor practice, distribution. The fabrics used are environmentally friendly. The first collection incorporates fabrics from discarded fishing nets into its threads. This nanotechnology is called ECONYL, which breaks down the networks and turns them into nylon threads.
About the nomadic lifestyle
Slater is a nomad. But he maintains consistency in his life by reaching out to the people and interests around him. A surfer looks for a health food store in every new place he goes. He also assures that each room in which he is located is supplied with the usual products. “I may have developed OCD about it, but it’s what makes me feel comfortable on the road,” he laughs. Slater's surfing is far from conquering the waves alone - he prefers healthy competition along with friends and colleagues. He hopes that fashion brand the same spirit exists in the fashion industry. The brand also wants the brand to be part of a broader conversation about how things are made and their impact on the environment.
About your own clothing brand
“I want to use Outerknown as an educational tool, and be more transparent about how things are created... I want to challenge other brands to implement the previously mentioned idea. This could extend to retailers and perhaps even to other categories of manufacturers beyond apparel.”
The Outerknown brand is an organic extension of Slater’s lifestyle. Light bombers, windbreakers, woolen pullovers are excellent clothes due to their functions. “If you have just emerged from the icy water, conquering the waves, and you cannot feel your arms or legs from the cold, you don’t care how many layers of clothing you have on. Due to the nature of my job, I need to choose casual clothing. Clothing in this style can be placed in a category between lack of style and high fashion" The brand created by Slater and Moore has the prospect of joining the Kering company, along with Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Saint Laurent- This is true? “Ignorance is bliss,” the hero replies. “I didn’t grow up with any specific brands other than the ones that sponsored me. I think this is where my ignorance towards fashion comes from. But I'm not afraid or ashamed of it. On the contrary, I am glad that I have this opportunity. And I don’t see competition in the brand created by me and my friend. I look at it like unique way communication with people."
About personal style
“The only style I understood was the surf style,” admits Slater. “I never thought of people as fashion role models.” He still competes in surfing competitions, but at the same time appears on the red carpet in a navy blue Brioni tuxedo, visiting annual ball « Met Gala" He is part of a new generation of surfers who have evolved from rebellious young athletes and competition. On the days Kelly Slater isn't surfing, he loves good life, fresh cuisine, playing golf, writing songs to later perform on the guitar.
“As a child, I thought that I would have a home and a family, normal life. Now my normal lifestyle, nomadic is not normal,” the surfer reflects. “Almost all of my friends that I met in different corners planets are travelers. I don't think I'll ever settle in one place. I love too many places and people around the world to stay in any one place for too long.”
About retirement
It's no secret that Slater was at one point the oldest surfer on the World Tour. “Everyone is wondering when I'm going to retire. I don't know how long I want to do this full time. But I would like to continue to compete. I see no reason why in 10 years I won’t be at the same level or even higher than I am now.”
Kelly Slater should be surfing, like Muhammad Ali should be boxing, and Pablo Picasso should be painting. He will always be known for his virtuoso surf skills, but his passion for new projects like Outerknown can make him feel differently about himself. The hero also notes that he would like to expand his brand, spreading it to different types content. I wonder if Kelly Slater is thinking about building a legacy...
About inheritance and heirs
“Yes, I understand, we all want to have some kind of inheritance. But you can’t think too much about creating it, because then it becomes unrealistic,” says Slater. "I would like to be considered good, an honest man, adhering to principles." He goes on to talk about his daughter's graduation speech, the story of Alfred Nobel and the prize he created, the Nobel Peace Prize. This is one of many anecdotes that the hero can remember at any time during our conversation. He seems genuinely, childishly, amazed at these stories of wisdom.
"It was fun. It was happiness. People I've met; places I've been; in fact, have no equal." “I mean, it would be difficult to find a more suitable lifestyle for me than it is now.”
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Kelly Slater(Kelly Slater)
Nickname: Michael Jordan in the ocean
Vocation: surfing
Favorite tricks: pipes and erials
Achievements: 11-time World Champion (at the same time the youngest and oldest winner of the world tour - at 20 and 39 years old, respectively), 49 victories within the ASP-Tour, twice gold medalist at ESPN X Games.
Kelly Slater beginning: VKelly first got on the board as a child at home in Cocoa Beach in Florida (USA). His father owned a fisherman's shop, so the child could go to the beach almost every day. Coming to the ocean after school, and sometimes early in the morning before classes, he invariably went in search of waves. The waves were not only a way for the young surfer to test his strength, but also an opportunity to take his mind off family problems - his parents divorced when he was 11, and his father became addicted to alcohol.
Kelly Slater Rising: Kelly's efforts were not in vain - by the time he graduated from school he already had a reputation best surfer on your beach. His photographs appeared in surf magazines, and he already had his own agent. Slater won his first world title in 1992 at the age of 20, becoming the world's most young champion in the history of WCT. He took surfing to new heights, introducing skate style, skate tricks and jumping into the air over the wave, greatly advancing the technique of skating compared to what the "old school" surfers did.
Kelly Slater confession: After winning numerous titles and becoming a 6-time World Champion, Slater retired from surfing in 1999. However, in 2002 he returned to professional surfing and again became champion in 2005, 2006, 2008, 2010 and 2011. Sports success made Kelly a millionaire, but sponsorship, filming and producing surf films brought him even more income. In September 2002, the video game Kelly Slater Pro Surfer was released.
Other hobbies: Kelly Slater produces and stars in surf films, records her own surf music albums and performs with show business stars, in addition, Kelly is the face of a video game." Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer.
Kelly Slater on popularity: " In general, in America it is difficult to protect your privacy, you can’t live normally. I look at the guys from the NHL and NBA and sympathize with them. Sometimes it gets in the way and makes you feel awkward."
Kelly Slater on the meaning of life: " I can't say what makes more sense to me than surfing. It takes up all my time, every day. Everything is surrounded by surf. Surfing is everything to me!"
Kelly Slater on injuries: “I have several injuries, but I worked on myself and reduced their negative impact to a minimum. When there is a lot of adrenaline in the blood, when you catch a wave, or when you perform a dangerous trick, you forget about all the sores. In this regard, I have always been lucky, although there were several serious injuries, broken bones, torn tendons, but during my entire career I didn’t get on the board for only 2-3 months.”
Kelly Slater on testing: “The most difficult challenge for me was getting my 10th championship title, and it took me a long time to get there.”
Kelly Slater about age: "Some people talk about my age all the time. Yes, I'm 39, almost 40 and these are just numbers. Regardless of them, you can be super healthy. Maybe when I'm 50 I'll be in even better shape "
Kelly Slater on Russian surfers: "I wish them development!"
based on materials: http://www.mhealth.ru, http://anywater.ru, http://lifehacker.ru and http://doskimag.ru.
Dossier
Place of birth: Florida, USA
Currently lives: Cocoa Beach, Florida, USA
Height: 5"9" (175 cm)
Weight: 160 lbs (73 kg)
Stance: regular
Main Shaper: Al Merrick
Sponsors: Quiksilver
Boards: 5"10", 6"1", 6"3", 6"6"
Favorite waves: Pipeline (Hawaii), Kirra (Australia)
Favorite maneuvers: pipes and erials
Marital status: single, has an eight-year-old daughter, Taylor
Other interests: Golf, fishing, music
Biography
Kelly Slater is a nine-time world champion, the best of the best, a legend of world surfing. This man made a real revolution in wave riding, largely thanks to him, surfing acquired a multi-million army of fans all over the world. Star of many surf films, author of a surf music album and most importantly actor computer game - it’s not for nothing that they call him “Michael Jordan in the ocean.”
Kelly Slater first got on the board as a child at home in Cocoa Beach in Florida (USA). His father owned a fisherman's shop, so the child could go to the beach almost every day. Coming to the ocean after school, and sometimes early in the morning before classes, he invariably went in search of waves. The waves were not only a way for the young surfer to test his strength, but also an opportunity to take his mind off family problems - his parents divorced when he was 11, and his father became addicted to alcohol.
The boy’s efforts were not in vain - by the time he graduated from school, he already had a reputation as the best surfer on his beach. His photographs appeared in surf magazines, and he already had his own agent.
Kelly won his first world title in 1992 at the age of 20, becoming the youngest champion in WCT history. Six subsequent titles confirmed his reputation as the greatest surfer in the world.
Kelly took surfing to new heights by introducing skate style, skate tricks and jumping into the air over the wave, greatly advancing the technique of surfing compared to what the "old school" surfers were doing.
Sports success made Kelly a millionaire, but sponsorship, filming and producing surf films brought him even more income. In September 2002, the video game Kelly Slater Pro Surfer was released.
Inspired by his success on the waves, the athlete tried himself as an actor and musician. He played the role of surfer Jimmy Slade in the famous series Baywatch (on Russian TV - "Baywatch") in 1992-1993. Kelly Slater created music group The Surfers, which besides him included such famous surfers as Peter King and Rob Machado. In 1998, the Surfers recorded the album Songs From the Pipe, and a year later another album, Shells. However, in music Kelly did not achieve success comparable to sports.
In 1999, Slater decided to take a break from his professional career to play golf, relax and spend more time with his daughter Taylor. However, in 2002, Slater returned to professional sports, winning his seventh world title in 2005.
Victory
more than 37 victories in ASP, 9 world champion titles, 5 Pipe Master titles, victory in
(37 ASP wins, 9 world titles, 5 Pipe Masters, Eddie Aikau victory)
World Championship titles: 9 (1992, 1994-1998, 2005-2006, 2008)
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The story of the living legend of world surfing Kelly Slater, for whom sport is the meaning of life.
The story of a living legend
world surfing Kelly Slater,
for whom sport is the meaning of life.
If you're not particularly interested extreme sports, and just watching TV occasionally, you might think that Kelly Slater is a kind of Tony Hawk of surfing. Wins 89% of the competitions in which he participates, has a personal computer game, is still alive and well, aged over forty. But this is only with a superficial study of the character. In fact, everything is a little different.
The white-toothed surfer with a shiny head really has something to love and respect for. Today, Slater is an 11-time world champion who continues to compete, act in films and “shine” everywhere in every possible way. One of Kelly’s last bright appearances (at least for Russia) was the release of the film “On the Wave,” where the story of a surfer occupies key role. Not everyone can remain in the ranks at such an advanced age for sports, and the moment is probably close when Slater will finally remain on the shore to watch the younger generation. Until that happens, let’s remember why this legendary athlete, who has become a key character in surfing for the last twenty years, is so famous.
Slater is both the youngest and oldest world surfing champion.
Slater gained worldwide fame thanks to his first victory in 1992, when Kelly was only 20 years old, and he became the youngest world champion, which he remains to this day. It is noteworthy that Slater is also the oldest world surfing champion. For those who still don’t understand who this is, let us remind you that you could see this guy running in red shorts after Pamela Anderson in “Baywatch.” And, by the way, in several dozen more films. Having become a six-time world champion just before the millennium, Slater decided that he had had enough and retired, but collected his thoughts and returned 2 years later and continued his champion career.
The public's favorite, who during his lifetime had a bronze statue erected in his native Cocoa Beach, at every opportunity he tries to convince others that he is an ordinary guy, and if everyone trains long and hard and monitors their diet and lifestyle, they will certainly achieve if not the same, but no less serious heights. Kelly was always friendly with his head; at school he was an excellent student, but even after sitting at his desk, perseverance and diligence did not leave him. If a common person spends a third of his life on sleep, the second third on work and traffic jams, then Mr. Slater most spent my life on the board. In one of the interviews, the surfer admitted that in his entire life he was separated from the ocean only for a couple of months due to serious injuries.
Kelly Slater is an eleven-time champion, without whom the history of surfing would be different, an idol and reference point for surfers, an object of attention for girls. Amazing with his impeccability, he raised the “bar” in surfing, thereby motivating others. It’s not for nothing that many call him “the Michael Jordan of the surfing world.” Like everyone else, he had his ups and downs, but you can't escape fate, which is why he is still considered the king of surfing. How the future No. 1 in the WSL rankings came to such success and what helped him, as well as others Interesting Facts, you will learn from our article.
Biography and career
Robert Kelly Slater was born on February 11, 1972 in Coco Beach, Florida, America. From his parents he inherited Syrian and Irish roots. Because his father owned a fishing store, Kelly spent a lot of time on the beach as a child. Despite the fact that Coco Beach, to put it mildly, is not the most perfect place surfing, Slater first got on a board at age 5 and showed his potential almost immediately. By 1990, Kelly was confidently conquering the waves, gracing magazine covers, and being sponsored by the world famous Quicksilver company for the first time.
In 1992, he took part and immediately took first place in the ASP (currently WSL) competitions, which brought him 2 victories at once - atRip Curl Pro Landes (Hossegor, France) and Marui Pipe Masters (Pipeline, Hawaii). This is how Mr. Slater entered surfing history as the youngest world champion. After a slight lull in 1993, 1994 brought 6 victories in competitions, which again made Kelly No. 1. This gave him the confidence to lead the competition for another 4 years in a row, without leaving any one chance his opponents to take his place on the pedestal. He was dubbed the “Triumphal Surfer.”
After a series of victories, there was a lull in his career: since 1999, his career was put on pause, and over the next few years, the glory cup left Slater. In 2002 he returned to duty, and in 2003 he published his first autobiography.‘Pipe Dreams: A Surfer’s Journey’ (can be translated as“Dream Wave: The Surfer’s Way”). He truly returned to surfing in 2005, once again showing everyone his abilities and taking first place in theASP. As always, determined not to lose his title to anyone, he maintained his champion status in 2006 and 2008. And between these victories, together with another surfer, Phil Jaratt, a second book was published -‘Kelly Slater: For the Love’ (sounds a little cute, but something like “Kelly Slater: For the Love”). He received his penultimate championship in 2010, and in 2011 he went down in history as the most mature cup winnerASP. Although this was his last victory at this moment, but his entire career speaks for itself - Kelly Slater has always been, is and will be the number 1 surfer.
Kelly Slater and interesting facts about him
- His net worth is estimated at approximately $20 million. The greatest income comes from a sports career.
- Despite his success in surfing, little Slater attended school regularly and brought home good grades.
- In the 90s, Kelly founded his rock band “The Surfers” along with famous surfers Rob Machado (who, by the way, lives in Bali) and Peter King.
- During the same period, he starred in the television series “Baywatch” as a lifeguard and... met Pamela Anderson!
- In 1997, Kelly Slater took on another role and tried himself as a model for the Versace design house.
- After points 2,3 and 4, you won't believe it, but he also has a law degree. He received it at the height of his career, in 2004.
- Kelly had a real feud with a surfer named Andy Irons. They were not shy about using caustic expressions towards each other. This struggle especially intensified when, a minute before the final of the competition, Slater overtook Irons and received first place. After Andy's death in 2010, Kelly gave many interviews in which he admitted that he still could not believe his death and was very sorry for such a terrible loss.
- He currently has a teenage daughter, Taylor, from his first marriage and is married to model and designer Kalani Miller.
- Officially recognized as the first representative of surfing by the government of the United States of America.
- Kelly prefers organic food in her daily diet, for example: chia seeds, quinchi, almond milk and similar ingredients healthy image life.
- Slater is said to not wear sunglasses. Saw him in sunglasses only once, when he starred for advertising campaign sunglasses.
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