Surf Is Where You Find It, Gerry Lopez
Surf Is Where You Find It, Gerry Lopez
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Surf Is Where You Find It

Author: Gerry Lopez

Series: Patagonia

Narrator: Danny Campbell

Unabridged: 12 hr 28 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/04/2017


Synopsis

Written by one of the most revered surfers of his generation, Gerry Lopez's Surf Is Where You Find It is a collection of stories about a lifetime of surfing. But more than that, it is a collection of stories about the lessons learned from surfing. It presents 38 stories about those who have been influential in the sport — surfing anytime, anywhere, and in any way. Lopez, an innovator in stand-up-paddle (one of the fastest growing water sports in the world), now shares his stories about pioneering that sport. Written with Gerry's unique voice, this audiobook is a classic for surf enthusiasts everywhere.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Sanne on March 02, 2025

Radical🤙🏼 als je surfen leuk vindt, vind je dit boek ook vet. Alles over surfen en wat je kan leren van de zee🌊 “Surfing happens best when it’s in the present: the past is behind and the future not yet. The only thing of interest is what’s here and now.” 🏄🏼‍♀️✨......more

Goodreads review by James on January 03, 2012

I love surfing. Surfing is what I go to when life is super stressful and I just need to let off some steam. The feeling of sliding down the face of a wave and pulling into the pocket is only a feeling a surfer can have and Gerry Lopez, being the pro at this, illustrates this feeling in his book Sur......more

Goodreads review by Rebecca on April 03, 2024

This feels more like an oral history written down than a memoir of any kind. Gerry was a crucial part of the core of surfing for many years, it was his job, and what he does. This felt sincere and honest—he’s a nice, goofy guy who cares about surfing and is genuinely trying to be a good person. Very......more

Goodreads review by James on March 28, 2011

Gerry grew up in the islands, from whence he soaked up his easy-does-it style, Aloha spirit, and general approach to life, nature, and the wave. Then, in return, thousands of surfers and friends soaked up that Aloha spirit from Gerry. I mean, you've really got to admire someone who made his living b......more

Goodreads review by Robyn on May 09, 2023

Frickin loved listening to this book! Such entertaining stories of surfing, surf history, wipeouts, philosophy and the life of Gerry Lopez. He’s an actual legend. Really enjoyed his humour and storytelling.......more