During every swell event there is always a standout charger. It’s sometimes a household name but a lot of the time it’s an underground charger. While Kipp Caddy may no longer be considered ‘underground’ given the fact he’s usually front and centre for every XL swell in Australia, there will still be a number of people who aren’t familiar with his game.

From an early age Kipp was destined for waves of consequence. At just 14-years-old he was taking on some of his native Australia’s heaviest waves and ever since he has gone from strength to strength, charging at the most well known heavy water waves, while also going under the radar taking on the lesser known slabs.

A new movie called ‘DESENSITISED’, which has been produced alongside Kipp’s major sponsor Rip Curl, goes deeper into his journey and years spent charging XL slabs.

Here’s a bit from Kipp on the film:

DESENSITISED, is my debut surf film. This documentary-style film follows my evolution from a fearless 13-year-old to a seasoned big-wave surfer. Centered around three iconic Australian breaks that have defined my career, it showcases my path into the world of big-wave surfing.

Thrown into the deep end as a young teen, gaining confidence with every wave. At 14, I took that confidence to one of the world’s most iconic surf spots in Australia, Shipstern Bluff. Normally, it’s an unwritten rule that you have to paddle the place before towing, but that first day, I was let off the hook as it was unpaddable, witnessing surfing legends like Marty Paradisis and Tyler Homer-Cross catching 20-foot waves. Fast forward a decade, and now find myself in a position chasing down those set waves.

DESENSITISED is a tribute to 10 years of trials, triumphs, and relentless dedication. Experience the highs and lows of my surf journey as I chase the ultimate ride and push myself to see what’s possible in the realm of big-wave surfing.

Click the link above to watch.