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Dedication

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“We all have dreams.
But in order to make dreams
come into reality,
it takes an awful lot of determination,
dedication, self-discipline, and effort.”
Jesse Owens

Dedication

Every morning when I wake, no matter rain or shine, there are surfers in the water. The waves can be minuscule or ten foot swells but still there are surfers in the water.

Our waters here in Redondo Beach are cold in the summer months and even colder in the fall and winter. Some of these surfers hit the surf without a wetsuit. Some even hit the water before daybreak.

I admire these surfers for their passion for their sport and for their undying dedication.

Shine On

Body Glove

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“The sea, once it casts its spell,
holds one in its net of wonder forever.”
Jacques-Yves Cousteau

Body Glove

Sailing, surfing and snorkeling are just a few of the ocean activities people enjoy in Redondo Beach.

Boating and sailing is another popular activity. One of the boats you will see quite often in Redondo Beach waters is the Body Glove boat.

Body Glove is a surf, skateboard and water sports brand started in Redondo Beach. Founded in 1953 by twin brothers Bill and Bob Meistrell, the brothers are credited for inventing the first practical wetsuit in the early 1950s in the back of their Redondo Beach surf shop, Dive N’ Surf.

From a small back yard of a surf shop, two passionate divers went on to become Redondo’s most prominent business, Body Glove.

Shine On