The barrel is a maneuver that requires a unique attention from the moment of drop..

This is the crucial moment because this is where you can create the speed that you will need if you want to accelerate later..

Let us take as an example one of the more intense barrels in my life, this one in Pipeline 2010.

As I saw the wave was well advanced, considering that I was dropping from the second reef, my only option was to accelerate to the maximum and see what will going to happen inside there..

It was exactly what I did.

I accelerated to the maximum, to get into my line and enter with the maximum speed.

The wave covered me, and i felt an enormous pressure on the barrel, trying to take me out of the board.. Here comes another crucial moment: keep your position on the board (not to lose speed) and always focus on the door of the barrel. .

Important tip: NEVER GIVE UP.

What is impossible, may be possible if you're at the correct speed and believing in the exit..

So I would highlight 3 important factors for achieving a barrel: speed, stance and believe. Always believe it !!