You tell your kids that no matter what, you set your goals and you go for them. Whatever it is you achieve, never give up. You want your kids to have…

- Joel Parkinson

It's funny, 'cause you think surfing is your whole life, but then when you make a family it seems like it's not at all.

- Joel Parkinson

I think we want to make the sport bigger and better and leave a good legacy for the next generation that comes through.

- Joel Parkinson

If you can lessen the chance of a bad injury by being strong, you have to do it.

- Joel Parkinson

I guess you're only as good as the waves.

- Joel Parkinson

It's true. Happiness is a big thing.

- Joel Parkinson

Ive been on the tour for 12 years, and the big dream has always been to get a world title.

- Joel Parkinson

As soon as I get bored, I start missing the kids, so I dont let myself get bored. I just go surfing.

- Joel Parkinson

I stay away from big chunks of carbs and try to keep it lean, even when Im competing.

- Joel Parkinson