Surf Rides: Rad Rides & Life on the California Coast

Cruise the Golden State with Surf Rides, a vibrant celebration of California surf culture, coastal communities, and the vehicles that carry surfers toward the next swell.

Written by Whitney Annetti with photography by John Annetti, the book follows 19 surfers and the beloved rides woven into their lives. Each story reveals the personal connection between surfer, vehicle, and the coastline they call home.

The journey stretches from the sunny cobblestone breaks of San Clemente to the legendary surf community of Santa Cruz, continuing north through Big Sur’s rugged landscapes and the distinctive shoreline of San Francisco.

Filled with memorable vehicles, intimate portraits, and striking coastal photography, Surf Rides captures the freedom, creativity, and camaraderie that make California surf culture unlike anywhere else.

Why You’ll Love It

• Introduces 19 California surfers and their surf vehicles
• Explores the coast from San Clemente to San Francisco
• Combines automotive, lifestyle, and surf photography
• Shares personal stories from California’s tight-knit surf towns
• Celebrates the connection between adventure, community, and the open road

Experience the California Coast

Every page brings the coastline closer—from sunny Southern California breaks to winding Big Sur roads and the cool waters of Northern California.

Designed for relaxed browsing and conversation, Surf Rides adds an effortless coastal spirit to coffee tables, beach houses, offices, studios, and surf-inspired spaces.

A Gift Worth Giving

A memorable gift for surfers, coastal travelers, vintage-vehicle enthusiasts, and California dreamers. It is especially suited to anyone who plans the day around the tide, the swell, and the open road.

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