{"title":"Gerry Lopez","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Gerry Lopez collection, where the exhilarating world of surfing is captured through the eyes of a true legend. Gerry Lopez, affectionately known as \"Mr. Pipeline\", has made indelible contributions both in the water and through his writing. As one of the most influential figures in the surfing community, his insights transcend his sport, resonating with both surfers and non-surfers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLopez's books are a journey into the art and philosophy of surfing. Among these, \u003cem\u003eSurf Is Where You Find It\u003c\/em\u003e offers a compelling blend of storytelling and life lessons derived from his extensive experiences on the waves. Through vivid narratives, Gerry shares the essence of surfing, capturing the heart behind every ride and wipeout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are an avid surfer, a sports enthusiast, or someone interested in adventure and the ocean's allure, Gerry Lopez's writings offer inspiration and a unique perspective on finding one's path through life's figurative and literal waves. Dive into his collection and discover the world of surfing from a true pioneer of the sport.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"surf-is-where-you-find-it-by-gerry-lopez-9781938340949","title":"Surf Is Where You Find It","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe saying goes, \"The second best thing about surfing is talking about it afterward.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGerry Lopez, one of the most revered surfers of all time, brings readers into the intimately personal sport with \u003ci\u003eSurf Is Where You Find It\u003c\/i\u003e, a collection of stories that recount harrowing waves, epic wipeouts, and heroes encountered over a lifetime on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom growing up in Hawaii in the '50s and '60s, to finding the tube in the early days at Pipeline, to pioneering legendary spots like Uluwatu and G-Land in Indonesia, Lopez has travelled for surf the world over. But for him, the people stood out the most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally published in 2008, \u003ci\u003eSurf Is Where You Find It\u003c\/i\u003e preserves memories of surf eras gone by and commemorates those who helped shape the surfing world today. Now, ten years and more than 50,000 copies later, Patagonia is once again re-launching the surfing classic in a fully redesigned edition with new photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTimed to correspond with the release of a new documentary, \u003ci\u003eThe Yin and Yang of Gerry Lopez\u003c\/i\u003e, about Gerry produced by equally legendary surfer and skateboarder Stacy Peralta, these 38 stories and hundreds of photos offer more of Gerry than ever before. In these pages, Gerry pays homage to those who shaped surfing today — surfing any time, anywhere, and in any way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes forewords by Rob Machado and \u003ci\u003eThe Surfer's Journal\u003c\/i\u003e founder Steve Pezman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47341176455404,"sku":"9781938340949","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3305873482878.jpg?v=1772185512"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/gerry-lopez.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}