Absolute masterpiece. Best documentary I’ve seen in a long time. Gerry’s a legend and I hope to carry that same pursuit of persistent curiosity throughout my life. The foiling scene is one of the most unassumingly profound things I’ve seen in a while.

thank you Patagonia for making this happen and showing everyone that their own body is the only environment we are truly in control of. Gerry used to be so nice to me when i would see him boarding at Mt Bac and in his Sunday Yin yoga class in Bend Or. He helped me find yoga and balance when I was in grad school.

@JeanFrancoisDesrosiers

Жыл бұрын

It would not be so good if it wasn't made by Stacy Parelta.

@seansickner6473

Жыл бұрын

As a young surfer, on the North shore during the winter of 79 / 80 ,I was surfing rocky point,on a cloudy smooth wind mid day session,few people out,surf was good ,however I was experiencing a bad case of achest rash,I was in pain, and the surf was reeling ,. I shouldn't have been out there ,up the point ,I was surfing the lefts,I see Lopez swooping a few turns,and turn out, right by me,I greeted him with a thumbs up and a hello ,which turned out 2 b mistake which haunted me for years, Lopez gave me an ear full of non aloha,andkeptpaddeling up the point.......... watching this documentary ,which is about bits of his life, one of them about being a nightmare 2 other surfers,perhaps a n apology,aregret ,time for me 2 let it go.

@EeshaWilliams

Жыл бұрын

Stealing waves from other surfers isn't as bad as Patagonia using sweatshops to make its products.

I’m a fit healthy 58 year old but I’ve been feeling lost and down for a few months since a medical operation. I don’t know why but it’s been hard. This movie just inspired me to break out and have a go again. Thank you for the insight into your life Gerry Lopez, I’m just another person you’ve helped. I’m glad I never surfed the same break as you though, I wouldn’t of got many waves that day. 😀👍✌️❤️

I was out surfing the same spot as Gerry one day, watching him get a load of waves on his SUP. For some reason, at some point, everyone else got out and it was just Gerry and I in the line up. I was having a pretty frustrating surf on my 6'2" and then, a real nice wave popped up and I was resigned to watching Gerry get it but he turned to me and said, this one yours man, looks good. Damn, that was some serious pressure. Luckily I didn't kook it and it was the best wave I caught that day. Later on, at the showers, he came up to me to chat about my board that was made by Art Colyer in Hood River Oregon. He was stoked on it. That's my Gerry story... Gets a lot of waves but is pretty cool.

Finally Gerry admits to stealing waves!! My husband told me this story! He was at Big Rock La Jolla 1975! The monster from New Zealand was hitting! it was 25 to 30 foot and perfect! Gerry dropped in on somebody and got punched out! He still loves him! He was the first to put on a helmet with a camera on and film Pipeline! Thank you Gerry we do love you so much!!

@TurnerRentz

Жыл бұрын

He admitted to stealing waves a long time ago. He only asked for forgiveness about it just now. lol.

@myresponsesarelimited7895

3 ай бұрын

Surely he got a few punches though, here in nz back in the day most wouldn't get too upset, they'd growl- you'd apologise, but there were few bound to come after you and it wasn't to talk about it, so dropping in was a solid no-no!😆

I remember getting interviewed for this film in Tahoe and the producer asked me, “is Gerry was a legitimate yoga teacher or if it was just a novelty do you have a famous surfer teaching?” I told them that Gerry doesn’t just do yoga, he IS yoga. His whole nature embodies the essence of the practice. It’s not something he does for 1 hour, he LIVES it. I’m so glad this film came out - keep rocking it, @gerrylopez

@delamiket

Жыл бұрын

Cept for when he was in the water beefing with other surfers😂

The editing in this film is unreal!

Great Video. Thank you Patagonia for letting this video be public. You don't have to be a surfer to watch and appreciate this movie.

thank you for featuring Gerry’s dad and his throw-netting. I can attest to it. I grew up in the same valley, on the East end of Honolulu, as the Lopez family. traveling to or from school, on countless days I would see “Senior Lopez” standing alone out in thigh deep water of Mounalua bay. his silloutte was recognizable from a far. he looked like a blue heron patiently perched and waiting to pounce. no doubt, zen focus runs in the family. much mahalos for making this film and sharing it. the timing is perfect to inspire the next phase of my life. aloha

One day while out surfing at Pacific City Oregon I look over and I am surfing next to Mr. Pipeline, that was an epic moment just the be in his space. He had some a calmness and glow to him that I will never forget. Great job on this film, thanks Patagonia!

Amazing. I am 52 and am finally learning how to surf and have watched tons of videos about Gerry Lopez. Such an inspiration. Thank you.

Pumping off the bottom, carving off the top, yin-yang, wang-chung, life's highs, life's lows. A stable oscillation on a smooth line. Gerry did it so well.

Once again, you knocked it out of the Park Patagonia. Gerry Lopez is a living legend.

Gerry Lopez achieved what Yoga calls the 4 Life Goals (Purushaarthas) through the Magical Power of Mana. The four are "Dharma" (righteousness, duty) "Alta" (wealth, honor) "Kama" (desire, passion) “Moksha” (liberation, enlightenment) Gerry Lopez is a Soul Seeker who goes through the Yin and Yang of Life. You look too Good! Thank you Patagonia!! for your wonderful work. Terima Kasih🙏🏾 🕉Sachio Kamei lives in Bali🇮🇩

Being a goofy footer myself and at my peak of surfing during the 1970's I absolutely idolized Gerry and his surfing. Posters of him surfing lined my bedroom walls. Getting the chance to see him in those great surfing movies made during that was the main reason I went to see them. Something I learned watching this film was I never knew he had a son. Oh and that he "snaked" a lot of guys in the water.

@TurnerRentz

Жыл бұрын

It may well evolve that whether you are goofy or regular foot on an efoil - might be a little less relevant but the ability to catch almost anything - will not. Does anyone know if Gerry is going to ride an efoil?

The attention to detail, 5 Summer soundtrack, the sketch animation of Gerry's first wave.. .5 stars 👏👏👏

Thank you Patagonia….this was simply beautiful!!! Stacy and Sam capturing the purity of Gerry and his life was just food for the soul!! ❤

Finally! A film that expresses everything that matters to being in the moment for all the right reasons. Great Job Stacey🤙🏽☺️ thank you Patagonia for having faith in Mr. Lopez. This film in my eyes trumps any surf film or documentary because we get to live a mans life experience and his relationship with the ying and yang of the waves of life. Gerry chose the right path clearly giving us less experienced humans a chance to not only mirror, but express in a less selfish and dynamic way.

What a beautiful story as l wipe the tears away..l get very emotional watching life stories of people l have loved & admired basically all my life..l dont want them to get old if you know what l mean.l want them to live forever..l am old surfer & Gerry Lopez was a hero to me growing up..Every Surfer knew him & respected him as the king of Piipeline..even us Aussies over here knew Jerry was the King of surfing and he always will be to me..He is a beautiful human being & l am so happy he has made the most of he's life & still is, incredibly inspiring person..thank you Gerry for all the enjoyment you have given me as a lover of Surfing and thank u for making this wonderful film of this great man

Absolute soul surfer and legend. An incredible example, hero,inspiration. Be like Gerry.. stay rad

One of the best surf documentary. Period.

Shout out to Stacy Peralta & all the surfers who pioneered early skateboarding! Great Film, Gerry is a legend

As a video filmmaker I just wanted to say thank you for this movie I have never heard of this legend surfer but now I do thank you for all the time and effort that you put into pre-post production all the b-roll all the archiving footage you had to find I live in Seattle Washington and after watching this movie I'm ready to drive down and meet this man give him a hug because I learned a lot especially in this film when he said we have to be excited about in the moment now because it'll never happen again and I think I've lost that mentality of being alive because of the pandemic

@bluefish4999

Жыл бұрын

How is the diving up there? It looks gorgeous, and I'd love to see the giant octopus. I'm spoiled with the warm water in Florida but I want to check out the West coast diving at some point with the kelp forests.

@h20doctor

Жыл бұрын

@@bluefish4999 diving up here in Puget sound is amazing we have a lot of macrolife we have the giant Pacific octopus we have six Gill sharks, but if you head over the border and get into Vancouver Vancouver Island I'm there some incredible wall Dives and underwater life... What's funny is Puget sound divers are seen in other parts of the world as being highly skilled... I would say that is true I've been diving here for 20 years we have cold water, current, darkness, and terrible visibility sometimes.. A friend of mine was stationed in the army and I drove fort Lauderdale 3 years in a row and it was awesome !!! But if you ever come up to this area just give me a shout and bring your gear I have my own compressor and I'll take you to some amazing places that are accessible here by shore...

Wow! One of the nicest surf movies I've seen in a while! Inspirational, great old footage and directed in an incredible way! And Jerry? What a beautiful human being! Didn't know his story so well but this documentary shows well how simple the surf once was, made by simple but immense people! Well done

Thanks Patagonia for making this, truly awesome, and for releasing it for free for us to view.

Bravo! So fortunate to be a part of the tribe, forever indebted to the shoulders ive climbed upon, borrowed and plagiarized and can call my own as can thousands. Gerry has been instrumental in the formation of my surfing flow reality, Gerry mahalo for everything you have given and shared with the world even when you didn't need to you did anyway. Gerry you are directly responsible for the happiness that thousands have found in surfing including me. Patagonia and all the players that helped make this flowing biopic possible thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this movie freely on YT! You have made my day by helping me remember why we all do what we do, thankful for the perspective and grateful to you Gerry for everything. Much mahalo's blessings and aloha 🤙🤙🤙🙏⚡

At 1:06 soul surfection personified...man what a life you've led Gerry. Fairy Tale clarity throughout your life...guru. Beautiful surfing to watch. What a story love this film.

Incredible piece of Art. For me one of the best documentaries I have ever seen! Respect to the whole team behind this and to Patagonia. What an incredible company that sponsors such a movie.

What an incredible film. Especially where he is learning to foil at 70, and continually falling off in 1 foot onshore slop, but still doing it.

We need more of these films. This was higher soul. Thank you 🙏

I accidentally saw the title of the film and I'm 62 years old and I grew up watching Gerry Lopez. It was great to see this golden side .... Congratulations

Wow, thanks for this great story about learning how to live a life devoted to being in nature. I'm not a surfer, but a climber, and approaching 70 but the psyche is still there. Gerry Lopez serves as an inspiration to me as I learn new roles.

Brilliant! 👏🏻 This is what I love about surfing. It’s not a sport. Its a spiritual experience.

Wow!! This was enthralling, thank you for making such a wonderful film! Grew up surfing the Big Island in the late 70's early 80's and holy cow did this film hit the nail on the head haha! Imagine travelling to Bali and Mexico when times were still innocent and the indigenous people welcomed you with smiles and warm hearts, and the surf was uncrowded!? Heaven! If you missed it, this is the closest you will ever get to that era. Fine work!

Forever indebted to this film. So well crafted, so thoughtful. And introducing Gerry Lopez’s way of life that the world should definitely learn from. Thank you Patagonia Films, Stacey Peralta and everyone who made this happen!

Wow what a masterpiece. It’s very well written and paced. It brings to life his philosophy through thoughtful concrete examples from his living. Very inspirational

There is someting very mezmorising about this man. No words really. Thank you for this epic adventure on Mr Gerry Lopez.

Bails on the foil…shows how determined/hard he goes. Great film. Gerrys story is quite surreal - like a film character.

WoW...Stacy Peralta is a really great director...your films capture the real essence of these incredible people who were part of my adolescence as inspiration for the sports that I admired... today I'm 63 and still active as a outrigger paddler...and trying new sports, as Wing foil...Thanks Stacy to be part of my life as skateboarder and Gerry to be this simple man that I have honor to met in a Battle of the Paddle, 2012 in California...🙏

He is the Zen Master on waves ! He is my all time favorite Surfer and a real living legend !

Gerry Lopez is an ABSOLUTE & ULTIMATE LEGEND, both inside and outside of surfing. Thanks for this amazing movie. Loved it ❤️

A wonderful documentary about a surfing legend directed by skateboarding legend. I remember seeing photographs of GL back in the late 70s and early 80s, standing so straight on his board even in tubes; I didn't know much else about him but there was a real mystique and authenticity about him which transcended the pages of Surfer Magazine. I so enjoyed this film. Thank you for making it available for free.

Sweet! Been wanting to watch this for ages. Didn't know if you would put it up on KZread. So glad you have. What a nice early Christmas present.

Even as a young surfer in South Africa, during a time when the only contact we had with the international surf scene was (as Sean Thomson mentioned) surfer magazine, I always sensed that Jerry Lopez had something deeper within him that transended his, totally earned "Mr Pipeline" status. Thanks for a amazing documentary and for the inspiration to continue to strive towards childlikeness. Once a surfer, always a surfer....

Thanks for putting this up for everyone to see. It's a beautiful movie. One that will definitely need to be rewatched a few times.

Many thanks to Yvon for all he does and all his inspiration. Namaste 🙏

Wow...what a legend. So glad I found this.

During our travels we stayed at an Airbnb in Balian Beach Bali which was hosted by a Californian who had spent 18 yrs in Japan, taught yoga and surfed twice a day. Gerry reminds me of this guy, amazing film. 🙏🏽

the way in which Peralta uses archival footage/images in all his films is just a thing of beauty.

This young at heart 62 year old 70's surfer thanks you from the core for this beautiful content. Many thanks to Gerry Lopez for being an inspiration to me in the 70's and and 2023!

Love this guy! Massive inspiration, this is how I want to live at 70. Thank you for inspiring millions Gerry⚡️🙏

Gerry was our inspiration when I was a kid, back in the day when surfing was starting to be huge in Peru, great film!!!

Wow!!! There’s a lot of really cool things to watch on KZread, but in my opinion this has to be the absolute coolest. Gerry is a living treasure. Excellent documentary of perhaps the most inspirational individual, from his humility to his honesty and wisdom. This is something I want to watch with all my children. I could watch this over and over again

Thank you Patagonia, please keep making projects like these!! Thanks to Gerry, Stacy and all the people involved! Love and good vibes from Mexico!

He's really an inspirital surfer. Thank you for making this good film

You were my favourite character in Konan. What a surfer you are and what a father husband and human being too . What a life !

Truly beautiful and inspiring…

I agree with others, the best surf documentary I've seen in a very long time.

I'm so impressed with the depth of this documentary. Gerry brings the depth of his yoga life not just to surfers but to all who seek meaning in whatever way life unfolds to them. Finding the eye of the Hurricane is our purpose in life, where our creative forces emanate out from within. Oneness with all is our birthright. We just need to realize that and Gerry knows that this realization is a process we can consciously attune ourselves to.

Thank you for not monetizing this. Not that I mind any money being made from this wonderful documentary. No advertisements was just incredible.

I'll be rewatching this work of art.... One of my favorite documentaries and surf films going forward!!!!!!

Thank you for showing this to the world, for free.

This documentary, about part of the life of the great Gerry Lopez, is a delight to watch. Having started surfing in the early 80's of the last century, the first surf movie I watched had Mr. Pipeline showing off his skills on the waves. Now, as we were a little away from the biggest surf center in Portugal at the time, we tried to imitate the style of Gerry Lopez, which helped me a lot to surf tubes. What a beautiful and fulfilling life this man has had. I wish Gerry and his family all the best, big hugs from Portugal.

Stacey did it again. Amazing film. Very enjoyable and inspiring to watch.

@TurnerRentz

Жыл бұрын

Peralta is damn good. Check out Lords of Dogtown if you want to see his writing chops.

This film is an inspiration to everyone. Thanks gerry stacy patagonia and everyone behind this film ⚡️❤🤙🏽

Sitting in Lotus for the whole interview...my man🙏🙏🙏

Like Tony Alva with Skateboarding, Gerry Lopez epitomizes the art of surfing and how much style he had. Started surfing in 1972, everyone wanted a Lightning Bolt and wished they could surf like Gerry Lopez and Rory Russell. This man is a true legend and a super peaceful looking guy. Thank You Gerry for your contribution to the best sport on earth.

@marklindsey4668

Жыл бұрын

Yes the did! Everyone wanted a lightning bolt. Chance would have it My mother Owned A metaphysical book store Next door To lightening bolt surf on Kapiolani Ave. I traded a perfect Greg bill 9'6 long board for $ 20.00 plus 65.00 I pleaded my dad for and bought a 5'6 rounded pin Davey Smith for exactly $85.00 .

The Yin and Yang is a perfectooooooo title for the movie and shows the entire time, the two sides of Gerry having constant realizations of needing to make heavy decisions to change and grow as a human to find the centerline in his soul and his connection to surfing and the real world!!!!!!

This was so good, far exceeded my expectation. You don't need to be a surfing fan to appreciate this movie.

A fitting tribute. Great job Stacey and Sam - you guys covered a lot of ground here. Glad you had Jack as 2nd unit in Indo. He and Dickie Hoole were true pioneers...

This documentary is a peace of art. Thanks.

Started surfing 1969 Gerry is an amazing surfer. I am goofy as well.Fell out of surfing for few years just now saw this video. Brought back lot of old memories. My 2 favorite things in life as well surfing and yoga. What an inspiration. He is real..

When I watch this stuff, which is all the time. I don’t feel like I’m living in S. Jersey anymore. I think these films take me away in my mind and put me elsewhere. I am truly grateful for these films. Thank you very much. From my heart and soul to you!

Thanks Stacy and Patagonia! In the early 70s when Gerry first came bursting off of the pages of Surfer Magazine at me I thought he was the most elegant, graceful surfer I'd ever seen. Pretty sure I still feel that way! I'm a Goofy too, so there's that! Thanks again for this look deeper into one of my favorite watermen!

Thank you Patagonia for this work of art that this time did not leave the hand of this inspiring and ingeniously human being. Stacy Peralta continues to tear up the tarmac of life. Thank you for making this possible I think your timing is perfect. Grateful. Health and peace. From Portugal with Love.

Gerry was known to me as I was a young surfer in the 60’s. Now that is not to I knew him at all, other than all the media drivel all the surfing kids did. Even then you could sense that Gerry was really cool down deep. All I want to say is, this movie has has gently rocked my soul. Gerry is a golden treasurer that keeps on shining. Aloha !!!

LOVE this film and Gerry's life and loves, amaing life, may he and his flourish for many more years! thank you!

I will be sad when this documentary ends! Amazing!

Thanks Patagonia for this most beuty masterpiece

This is the best documentary I’ve ever watched. Watching it for the second time in a week while on vacation. From the energy of Gerry all the way to the production and vibes, this is the greatest !!! Thank you Patagonia! And Gerry! Very inspiring and extremely cool.

Gerry is The reason why I still surf now...awesome movie

I've never met a Stacy Peralta doc that didn't blow me away, well done! Gerry, you're an inspiration!

Growing up in Socal, bodysurfing, and spending countless hours at the beach I was very aware of Gerry and how good he was. I feel calm and grounded just listening to him talk. Great documentary - Thank you.

Wow- Mr. Pipeline himself! One of the greatest surfers to ever live! I'd be honored to have him drop in on me!

Greatest film ever, such as Mr Lopez. Thank you all for making it happen.

For me, living in the Freezing cold UK and being 62, Lopez and Peralta have been there in the background of my life (I skateboarded in from 1978 till about 2012) and still go on holiday to surf, so this is really nice to see. Loved it.

A wonderful film about an incredible life.

Apology accepted. I guess we were in Blue Angel formation at G-land all those years ago. What a great film. Well done Patagonia

Woooh he is definitely my new guru, a true searcher and, actually, an enlightened soul indeed, always thought something “deeper” was going on given his flawless, at peace and “one with all” surfing style/attitude, so happy of having discovered finally the truth as his actual lifestyle clearly depicts in the film, a new devotee’s here Master 🤙🏻💙🤙🏻

@TurnerRentz

Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the club. He's still got it.

I shared this with every surfer I know -- this was brilliant thank you and God Bless you Gerry..... you've been a wonderful influence in my life - Aloha

Beautiful film about a beautiful human being. Thanks for sharing your love of life and the joy of surfing by showing love and respect through child-like wonder. Keep the peace, share the joy, love your fellow man, and surf... This is what life's all about!

What a great piece Patagonia put together!!! I'm 59,took Me on a nice journey back in time!!...Appreciate that!!🤙✌️🙏

Truly Inspirational. Just coming of Covid and thinking it's easy to just sit back and rest at 60. This has given me the impetus to keep trying to live the dream. Thanks to Jerry, Jerry's family, and Patagonia.

Gerry is a legend in so many ways. You've done him proud with this doc. Thanks Patagonia for putting this out free to view. It will be shared

What a documentary and life! The flow of his life’s up and downs perfectly portrayed. Thanks Stacy Peralta, Patagonia and especially Gerry Lopez!

I still remember clearly those first photos of Gerry looking so cool and relaxed while in the pipe. Like many others he was my inspiration and hero in the 70s. Thanks for the excellent story and it is great to see him still inspiring others.

This film is filled with things we know, thought we knew, and didn't know, about him and about ourselves. thanks

Best movie I’ve seen in a long time

I NEED the soundtrack to this film. Bravo Patagonia

Definitely a pure source of inspiration - all the guys involved should be most proud of the result and what they achieved.