“The Endless Summer” Defined Surf Culture on Its Own Terms
Clip: Season 3 Episode 3 | 8m 13sVideo has Closed Captions
Bruce Brown captured California culture while following two surfers around the world.
When Bruce Brown set out to document a trip around the world as two surfers bypass seasonal chill in order to ride a continuous summer surf, he contributed to spreading the culture of California. "The Endless Summer" is the embodiment of the California Dream, giving a valid reinterpretation to surf culture from careless teen beach parties to seasoned pro athletes.
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“The Endless Summer” Defined Surf Culture on Its Own Terms
Clip: Season 3 Episode 3 | 8m 13sVideo has Closed Captions
When Bruce Brown set out to document a trip around the world as two surfers bypass seasonal chill in order to ride a continuous summer surf, he contributed to spreading the culture of California. "The Endless Summer" is the embodiment of the California Dream, giving a valid reinterpretation to surf culture from careless teen beach parties to seasoned pro athletes.
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California’s Deep History with Surfing
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Dick Metz founded the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center to document the sport's history. (3m 23s)
How a WWII Plane Revolutionized Surfing
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Foam boards needed years of innovation and experimentation to create the ideal surfboard. (3m 34s)
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