Patagonia Women's Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket
The tale of an itinerant climber and the education of a reluctant businessman. Sales from this book benefit 1% for the Planet.
From his youth as the son of a French Canadian handyman to the thrilling, ambitious climbing expeditions that inspired his innovative designs for the sport's equipment, Let My People Go Surfing is the story of a man who brought doing good and having grand adventures into the heart of his business life-a book that will deeply affect entrepreneurs and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
Yvon Chouinard is the founder and owner of Patagonia, Inc., based in Ventura, California. He began in business by designing, manufacturing, and distributing rock climbing equipment in the late 1950s. His tinkering led to an improved ice ax that is the basis for modern ice ax design.
The clothing brand of choice for anyone who loves the great outdoors, Patagonia designs men’s and women’s clothing and accessories for adventurers. With a strong ethos around sustainability and the environmental impact of the clothing industry, you can rest assured that each item has been produced as sustainably as possible. From T-shirts to backpacks, shop our Patagonia collection.