FANTASYSURFER: Shane Dorian's Quiksilver Pro France Picks

Dorian- Act 3: From tour vet to big wave legend. Ellis

I have renewed confidence after most of my picks did well in the last event at Trestles. It's getting down to the business end of the year so everyone is under pressure to flare up -- now or never. France is so fickle, hopefully the boys will have fun waves to blow up in.

Kelly Slater You would have to be stupid, crazy or a straight out hater to not have the Syrian from Cocoa Beach on your roster at this point. Little proof is needed that he has been this years MVP.

Andy Irons I think Andy will be more relaxed now that Kelly has a huge point lead over him. Now he cannot worry about everything and just be free to show people why he is the only surfer in history to ever rattle Kelly.

Mick Fanning Fanning is in third at the moment and I have a feeling he wants to finish the year as runner up. Expect him to be dead serious about taking people out.

Fred Patacchia Fred will want to finish strong this year knowing every Hawaiian is proud and pulling for him. He knows he can beat the best of them, and that confidence will serve him well.

Chris Ward Has had quite a shocker since his 2nd place finish in at snapper. I have faith that it's only a matter of time until Wardo finds his form again. The playful beachies of southern France suit him down to the ground.

Bede Has surprised many people this year. The truth is there aren't many attractive prospects in this price range.

Taj Burrow France loves Taj and Taj loves France. He will be punting huge airs in the conditions he surfs best in. Also coming off a strong finish at Lowers last week.

Luke Stedman 'Steady' has had an inconsistent year, but I am hoping he will flare up in France.--Shane Dorian