John Florence Interview

[92122]

Arguably, the most interesting surfer in the world.

https://www.surfer.com/features/john-john-florence-interview-olympics-wsl-taylor-swift?utm_source=Iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=surfer090523_7650185

Mostly posting it for the accompanying image from big sunset beach.

Looks like they dropped "Marine X" from the branding now.

 

[silentbutdeadly]

I would rather watch footage of him on real waves he got to on his sailboat than watching him on tour.

 

[cjs2002]

"I didn’t totally agree with the last wave [of Connor’s] being that high of a score. So, I was a little bummed. I would’ve loved to have won that heat. "

 

[freeride76]

He doesn't say much.

But reading between the lines, he says it all.

 

[silentbutdeadly]

yeah i think if you're a wsl surfer and you say anything disparaging about the tour the consequences must be rather significant

 

[teeroi]

I would rather watch footage of him on real waves he got to on his sailboat than watching him on tour.

Pretty sure you’re gonna see something exactly like that and not just a 3 minute YouTube clip.

 

[freeride76]

Kinda sucks they dropped the Marine X though.

Just calling the brand Florence is lame.

 

[grg]

Kinda sucks they dropped the Marine X though.

Just calling the brand Florence is lame.

I know wish they would've stuck with Bob Hurley Surfs - Rusty Prizenderfer Shaper/Surfer or whatever for their brands

 

[92122]

He doesn't say much.

But reading between the lines, he says it all.

I could say he answered the tough questions in that interview like a politician… but instead will say that he answered like a diplomat.

 

[freeride76]

He's got product to sell.

Which is the only reason he granted the interview in the first place.

 

[freeride76]

And also, hooded rashies rule the Earth.

 

[teeroi]

And also, hooded rashies rule the Earth.

Love mine. The pics Neal posts of me with the silver rashie is a Florence one. I wear the hood in between waits and pull it down when there’s a set and it’s my turn. Just picked up the wind shield version. Had to go a size up. Material is thicker and not as stretchy. Feels nice and built solid.

 

[racer1]

I always thought hooded rashguards were kinda kooky, but then I tried one and wow it really does make a difference in sun protection and how you feel after a lengthy mid day surf. I now own three.

I started with a Florence one but then Quik had a good deal on some and I like their’s way better. The hood feels tighter and more secure.

 

[billypilgrim]

Googled hooded rash guards after a long session in the sun today. Zinc can only do so much. Do I wear it over or under my trunks?

 

[tenover]

... I think they offer the "bottoms" to go with it so you can have a "Onesie".

 

[vanrysss]

Are you going to watch the WSL Finals?

Honestly, probably not. [Laughs.] I haven’t watched one yet.

Cold as ice goddamn

 

[ReForest]

His new leashes and tail pads by VEIA are sick!
I just picked up a leash and love it so far.

I got da blue one.

 

[Boneroni]

Seems super down to earth. Gotta be a solid dude to have such talent/dedication, experience such success, and still remain humble.

 

[cjs2002]

i have a feeling being raised by a single mom will do that to ya

 

[racer1]

What I love most about JJF is after he loses a heat by a questionable call, instead of a diatribe about judging and passion, he makes an IG post like, “I love visiting Brazil! The waves are fun and everybody is so cool! See you next year!” And then a video of him absolutely fcking ripping during free surfs.