Historic Moment Surfing w/ "Mr Pipeline" Gerry Lopez & Jamie Obrien 

Lopez is still the man , what a legend. That’s so great to see him surf still my hero.

Historic is right. Gerry Lopez was the original soul surfer, and you are the new breed.

There's legends and then there's LEGENDS!!!! Gerry Lopez is a surfing Legend, period! Before Jamie was the Alpha Dog of Pipeline there was Gerry, the GOAT of Pipeline. The knowledge, the style, the surfing of Pipe is legendary.... And Ben believe his words, you are a treasure to surfing.

Epic! Congratulations J Vern on 9 years of sobriety!

Ben's reaction to meeting Gerry Lopez is like my reaction to meeting Ben Gravy

DUUUUDE the words that MR LOPEZ spoke are priceless YOU will NEVER FORGET that talk yeeeewwwww🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽 for the dream

Gerry looks so happy! He has so much knowledge to share with the world! The aerial footage of him surfing is silky smooth! 🤙🏼

I got goosebumps when Gerry stepped on the scene at the wave pool. That’s so gnarly that he moved to Oregon to surf river waves! That had to be such a shock temperature wise. I’m from Washington and always get overwhelmed by the sun in Hawaii when I visit. FOR THE DREAM!

Jerry is right about the 80s. A real local problem happened and even beefs between locals. Right down to streets hitting PCH locations and tower spots. Surfing alone wasn’t safe. Before parking you’d look for cars of people you knew, this was in your own town/s. Anyone living in Seal Beach through HB many considered to be a local to both. Seemed within weeks or months wars started out and challenging everyone to a right to be in the water. Surfers went from being the coolest mellowest kinds to A-holes. Sharing a pipe before heading out with strangers soon became a thing of the past. Growing up in Malibu on weekends and spending summers there til moving there in 82 after high school. I saw the same thing happen there. But that was between locals and valley peoples. Locs vs. Vals was the term. I always just surfed the cove where I lived. Malibu then was still small and tight. It’s a trip to watch old surf films and every wave just about is a party wave and they all had smiles on their mugs. Then it was more about going left or right so more fit. Today it’s a lot of cutbacks than smooth carving so not as much room. Because of shoulder, neck, knee and other problems I haven’t surfed in years. Still watch the videos though. Gerry is so fluid. Seeing Mason Ho out with his dad is amazing too. I still sidewalk surf getting my leans in.

Words of wisdom from the master! You were ripping on the ⚡️ Ben! I hope you get a board from Gerry! 🏄‍♂️

Ben gravey has now become. A legend with gerry and jamie

Love the Jackson Lebsack shoutout, dude’s literally crushing it

Gerry Lopez has always been one of the most iconic surfers around. He is a legend! The lightness and grace of his feet are such a pleasure to watch, such a lesson! He is one of the greatest. Thank you Ben. This video is a gem.

Sunday morning stoke for the dream 🍍 🤙

9 years sobski, congrats JVerN🥳 love the content Ben, keep up the hard work. Way more than a surf vlog, lifestyle!💪

It makes me sad to realize how few viewers will genuinely appreciate what a giant Gerry Lopez is to the history of surfing. To those of us who took up the lifestyle in the early/mid-sixties he still embodies "a pure source." There were many casualties from that generation of surfers and those of us who have survived into our 70s look back fondly on that era. This might be a good time to remind all to pray for Sunny Garcia. Aloha!

Ben, your vlog has brought so many smiles. This one at Chelan particularly resonates as I am a fellow east coaster from NYC moving to Oregon with my wife to windsurf, surf, mountainbike and snowboard. Bought my first house in Pacific City, OR and always would see Gerry ripping on his SUP. Since bought a house in Bend but have yet to see him there. I love that you see a wave on every shore most would pass up but you bring such joy to those seemingly marginal conditions reminding us that surfing, regardless of quality, is always happiness for the soul. You and Jordan are beautiful people and I look forward to enjoying your content for years to come. I thank you!

Legendary Vlog Ben and thanks for letting the boys know I Lebsack'd the s#%t outta that mountain angle hahaha, hope to shred the Columbia soon brother!

Jerry what a legend, great words from the leg

This guy literally saved surfing’s life 🙌🏼🙏🏼🙌🏼🙏🏼

Forever impressed and blown away by how steely uncle Gerry still is. NOONE has more style than he does. He invented style on the board. So stoked,. Been watching your for 6-7 years and this is my favourite ever vlog you have done.

Lopez the Legend!!! 🙏🤙

I grew up idolizing Lopez. To see him age into such a class act is wonderful. Very humble dude 😎

What about a live band at sunset on that wave? Heavy drums and bass. Ben - take those truths from Gerry. You the man. You’re a master manifester. Pineapple-head surfing was legend. Happy anniversary.

Jerry my favorite surfer period. King of the Pipeline with pure liquid excellence.

Wow! ... When one of surfings greatest says that you are a treasure... Official claim has been made... The dream is more real than ever! ...

Way to go Jordan ... Happy 9 years of sobriety ... Keeping the dream alive!👍🌟❤️

Jerry Lopez , absolute surfing legend , fluidity in motion and a true gentleman to boot , I salute you Sir ! Young up and comers , listen , watch and learn from this guy .

I just love Gerrys soft laid-back style !!

What a moment of a lifetime you are truly blessed Ben.

Amazing timing! My last session at Doheny (Wednesday last week) I started thinking how much surfing has changed. I'm 74 and remember the welcoming feeling in the early 60's when I started and how much it's changed. You can forgive the beginner who doesn't know better or is struggling especially at Doheny but the bad attitudes of experienced people who think you owe them something not so much. Such a shame something as special as surfing is seeing this happen! Thankfully there's still plenty of people like you, Gerry, Jaime, Tina, Jordan and the rest of us that are still mellow and surf for the connection and joy of it. For the others I hope you figure it out!

What an awesome moment

If anyone ruined surfing it's surfline. Ben gravy though? Not a chance! Keep the stoke alive Mr. Gravy, absolute LEGEND.

Gerry Lopez, are you freaking kidding me, a pure gentleman! Peace

Ben's Biz, IS Sharing This Gift! Right On, Gerry Lopez, YOU Said It Best! LEGEND! Daz What They Do; YOU TOO! SHINE ON, DUDES! 💝✌️🤙🤗⬆️😃🪶

Awesomely awesome my biggest hero growing up as a grom and still till today .I had his photos from the mag in my B.R along with Cheryl tiegs and other girls Lolo

The level of production just keeps upping, and you met Gerry, unreal

Ultimate legend! Gerry Lopez is the OG legend 😮

For the dream. Damn Ben. Don't wake up from this one. What a blessing. I'm STOKED.

I know it feels amazing to hear those words from Gerry Lopez.

"THE LEGEND Mr. Lopez"

Congrats on 9, nine years J.V. ! That's Huge!

Congratulations Jordan on nine years sober. straight is great.All I watch is Ben Gravy; well jamie and koa too.

WHAT A GREAT LIFE FOR YOU AND JORDAN TO HAVE. BEAUTIFUL, THANK YOU

That's awesome, my first surfboard was a Lopez lightning bolt, I found it at a garage sale in the early 80's. Gerry is a legendary ripper

Gerry sprayed the stars 🌟 out of my eyes in Bend!!

Gerry is the original legend!

Sooo cool to see Gerry Lopez still ripping Ben!! Great vlog Ben!!! For The Dream!!! The claim is to never stop surfing!!!

Legend status. Memory that is a game changer. Much love and aloha cuz 🤙

Wow Jerry Lopez! A prophet of the surf gods 🏄🏻‍♂️

Unko gerry is a living legend we gotta celebrate him every year now ❤❤❤❤ Waimanalo loves surfing and unko gerry

This vlog was legendary!! Gerry Lopez is one of the heroes of surfing!!

I had goosebumps when the young lady in the bronze one piece came out. Wow what a beauty.

That Lopez FLOW , like watching an old friend !!!

Wow! What a treat to meet and surf with such a legend!

Goosebumps. So sick!

The Pineapple wet suit = EPIC! ❤️🏄‍♂️🤙

Gerry is one of the greatest souls on the planet right now. It's your Karma, Ben, that you got to share that moment with him. Most excellent seeing you two in the same place. FOR THE DREAM!

When Gerry Lopez comes to surf your place, you do a 100%, doesnt matter whats the cost! :D Epicly stoked for you to meet the men!

What a day for sure!!

Jerry Lopez what an amazing being. And as far as you ruining surfing screw that you highlight the most important part of surfing FUN

I was lucky enough to have three boards shaped by him (not lightning bolt) and met him in person. True legend, mellow, kind and style master

Awesome ,classic Ben ,really enjoyed this one Bro

My grandparents live in Wenatchee and I have been to this wave pool before such a fun experience! Glad you got to visit it!

Well Ben looks like your life is the Best ever now. After that compliment from Jerry OMG!!! 🤯🤯🤯🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻💜💜💜

Mind blown, my eyes just had the feast of a century ! That entire vlog just sucked me in out of reality, it really felt like I was there. Unreal Ben, what a amazing message. It really just comes down to believing in yourself. Thank you Ben thank you for sharing this with all of us. The dream is now ! As always your buddy from southern Cali, Alby 🙏🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

Wonderfulllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll, for the Dream

Truly amazing. Thank you, Ben!

Wow what an epic event to be with Jamie and Lopez! I loved your interview with the legend himself! We have witnessed Your Dreams coming true!! So epic! For the ultimate Dream!!!

Thank you for being real Ben!! So grateful for your work. Keep it up!!

So good. So humble. Love it!

You are a treasure! Thanks for sharing the stoke!!

Met Gerry when he started kiting. Super great human. Very kind soul, I wish all surfers thought like him.

Now that a special moment loved the interview you did Jerry Lopez 👍

Such a legendary moment with the 3 of the greatest!

That's the pinnacle B.G. congratulations!

Ben Gravy among, and now one of, the epic surfing legends!!!! Congrats !!! Hard work, talent, and dedication made this epic feel good Ben Gravy video possible!!

Love when you all come together to surf. Soon much fun!

The ultimate confirmation. The claim MR. PIPELINE HIMSELF ♥️

Love this for you Ben 🤙🏼

Good lord! that is awesome. Gerry freakng lopez

I am 53 and my favorite board is a 6 0 Gerry Lopez Something Fishy Quad! Gerry pulled a 1970's Steve List Fish out of his rafter and put in the computer and added his own tweaks! It is Epoxy core with Polyurethane rails! It has the speed of a Ferrari and the PU rails add power 2 the turns! It is Gerry Lopez Red with white lightning bolts on all 4 rails from Tip to Tail! Wall hanger and Shred Stick!

Gerry's words to you represent what we all think of your accomplishments. Stay stoked!!! p.s. Your view on Gerry is what we think of you. Legend!!!🤜🍍🤛

That wave pool looks like a blast. And such a great view!

Ben you just got blessed with compliments from a surf guru of the highest level. Congrats ! You've worked so hard and risked it all. So proud of a fellow east coaster to have reached this level. As Mr pipeline said you carved your own path. Nobody did it for you. Your now a legend too. So stoked for you. Good work !

What a sesh! Great vlog AGAIN!

Great content brother. Keep up the great work! FOR THE DREAM,

Mr. Gerry Lopez knows! Wave pools are the future of surfing. Looking forward to Palm Springs wave pools opening. Fully Nuking, For The Dream! Yewww!!!

Epic - Jerry is such a soul guy - amazing

Priceless history both of you 🤙🏾🏄🏼‍♂️🏄🏾‍♂️

Vince Moaloka! 💪🤙

Gerry is so much more than a Legend.

What a compliment from Uncle Gerry at beginning of video

Epic vlog!..and that's the best standing wave I've ever seen

Jordan; one day at a time, for the dream! 6-22-15 for me. Go girl!

I have seen Jerry talk very wisely about the spiritual dimension to surfing, it's fascinating.... Jerry is the Zen master of surfing. That much time in tube consciousness has to help us find out who we really are deep inside.

That was one amazing vlog.

Loved watching Gerry back in the 80s him Curren, Tomson, Horan and Potter.

Ben your a legend u deserve all the good that comes your way💯

Wow Ben wow!!! Truly awesome heavy session!! Full leg burn! Everyone was on fire 🤙🤙🤙