Surfing: In Search of the Perfect Wave

by PeterDiel (Author), EricMenges (Author)

• New

  Paperback
  2008

  $17.70

  This stunningly illustrated volume provides readers with a unique insight into this fascinating and increasingly popular past-time as well as expert information and advice on how to become a great surfer.Divided into three sections for easy reference, Surfing begins with an introduction to the origins of surfing and a guide to the equipment, preparation and basic techniques you'll need to get started. The second part provides readers with more advanced surfing techniques and a number of tips and tricks to improve your skills.This final section presents important information covering everything from weather and travel to surf talk. Last but not least it offers a guide to the best surfing locations in and around Europe, the USA and Hawaii, Australia, the South Pacific, and Mexico.

• Used

  Paperback
  2000

  $3.27

  An insight into the fascinating sport of surfing. Divided into three parts, the book accompanied those hungry for waves along the way to becoming a genuine surfer. A short summary of the origins of surfing follows a section, written for the beginner, describing equipment, preparation and technique for taking the first steps. The second part of the book is aimed at the more experienced surfer. In addition to descriptions of the various movements there are tips and tricks to improve ability and the book concludes with important information concerning the weather, a section on travel with practical advice, surf talk and general information.