2024 the best surfer in the world review

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In 1996, Allan Weisbecker sold his home and his possessions, loaded his dog and surfboards into his truck, and set off in search of his longtime friend and surfing companion, Christopher, who had vanished into the depths of Central America.

In this rollicking memoir of his quest from Mexico to Costa Rica to unravel the circumstances of Christopher's disappearance, Weisbecker intimately describes the people he befriended, the bandits he evaded, and the waves he caught and lost en route to finding his friend. Along the way, he shares hilarious stories of his adventures with Christopher in their carefree youth as globetrotting, pot-dealing beach bums.

A tale of lost innocence and enduring friendship, In Search of Captain Zero is a trip unlike any other.

Reviewer: Richard B.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great read on my camping trip!
Review: In Search of Captain Zero" is an enthralling read that takes you on an extraordinary journey unlike any other. This book is a captivating blend of adventure, self-discovery, and the enduring bonds of friendship. The author's quest to find his long-lost friend, Captain Zero, unfolds against the backdrop of the mesmerizing surf culture of Central America. His narrative is richly detailed, filled with vivid descriptions of the landscapes, cultures, and people he encounters along the way. What I particularly loved about this book is its heartfelt exploration of the human spirit. It's more than just a surfing odyssey; it's a deep dive into the complexities of relationships and the pursuit of a meaningful life. The writing style is engaging and evocative, making it easy to get lost in the pages. As the story progresses, it not only takes you on a geographical adventure but also on an introspective journey. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves travel, adventure, and stories about the power of friendship. "In Search of Captain Zero" is a beautifully written, inspiring tale that stays with you long after the final page.

Reviewer: chica brava
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: On the road with Alan Weisbach
Review: Whereas Weisbachs book could have used a little tighter editing (it is considerably over long), Weisbach, a child of the 60s, is a powerful story teller with a nice turn of phrase, and an insiders perspective (sorry, my apostrophe key is blotto) of not one, but two exclusive and machismo fraternities (but im not giving them away). His passion for the nomads life, hard core surfing ability, extraordinary survival skills (some might say fortune), immense cojones, and larger than life experiences make this an exciting read. Weisbach offers his ruminations on the mechanics and metaphysics of surfing, wave dynamics, and the Surfers Path (as we call it) as well. That said, if you are not a surfer or water man/woman, you might better read Ulysses. kcl

Reviewer: ErikB
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great book
Review: I was loaned this book while surfing in Costa Rica and promptly felt the need to lend it to some other traveler. I then went off and bought another copy for myself and to lend out, which I have on several occasions. Funny, authentic feeling, and gripping. Probably the best book on surfing I've read (not that I've read a bunch). Also of interest is the back-and-forth between the author and readers of his book who have reviewed it (and is often contentious).

Reviewer: Andrew Kelly
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A great travel yarn.
Review: First of all, dont look at the back cover, it gives something away. I read that in a review before I purchased it and made sure I avoided it at all costs. Upon completing the book, I finally read the quote on the rear and am SO glad i took this course of action. It would have totally ruined the story.However, having not read the back cover, i can say I totally enjoyed this story. I dont surf, but reading this I could definitely appreciate what a good wave means. The narrative is strong and the stories of the authors past are incredible.

Reviewer: Donnamarie Barnes
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Worth The Ride!
Review: Allan C. Weisbecker is a wonderful storyteller and from the beginning of his tale the reader is a happy companion on the trek "In Search of Captain Zero...". The journeys through past and present adventures he recounts are laugh out loud funny,insightful, meloncholy and sheer delights. If you are a surfer the descriptions are dead on and if you are not you will question keeping your day job and dream of going off on your own in search of the wave. This is also a book about friendship and growth and about accepting the change time brings while still holding onto the connection.

Reviewer: dbines
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Solid and fun read!
Review: What a great read! I'm an avid surfer and also a vanlife enthusiast. Reading a greatly written story about someone fleeing the country to live in their camper and surf their way down through Mexico and Central America hits home for me. I enjoyed every minute of my read and if you have any common interests in these things I strongly suggest picking this book up and giving it a go. I'm willing to bet you'll end up snagging his other books as well!

Reviewer: dave
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great book
Review: I actually spent several months in Central America about 20 years ago and befriended The captain in puerto viejo and we surfed salsa together and hung out at the hogfish ranch and talked about sobriety.

Reviewer: seawitch
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Excellent

Reviewer: Arielle Wasserman
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Product as described and fast delivery!

Reviewer: Chamango
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Muy bueno. Libro personal, profundo y lleno de surf. Se echa en falta que haya una edición digital del mismo.

Reviewer: LGR
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Un bon road trip facile à lire, un peu amer parfois mais avec la bonne ambiance du surf trip. Salsa Brava, Pura Vida !

Reviewer: mobygocrespo
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: I'm reluctant to give any book five stars and maybe I'll downgrade this in future, but for now it's the best read I've found for years. Weisbecker is a hugely entertaining author who has put some incredible experiences down on paper. You don't need to surf to enjoy it ('though you may get a little more from it), I laughed out loud a lot but also got a couple of jolts recognising parallels with my own life although I've lived a hell of a lot more sheltered one than Weisbecker! Hopefully his new book will get out of litigation and on sale soon as this has left me hungry for more. Buy it now!