Surfer's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Surfing (Start-Up Sports series)

Surfer's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Surfing (Start-Up Sports series)
by Doug Werner

Surfer's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Surfing (Start-Up Sports series)
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Book Summary Information

Author: Doug Werner
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1999-06-01
ISBN: 1884654126
Number of pages: 128
Publisher: Tracks Publishing
Product features:
  • Surfer's Start-up, Surfing, Author-Doug Werner, Second Edition, softcover book, Pages-128

Book Reviews of Surfer's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Surfing (Start-Up Sports series)

Book Review: Just add water!
Summary: 5 Stars

Doug Werner's style is reassuring. There is quite a bit which can be said about surfing and the learning curve incumbent in its practice. As with any sport, the rules, the culture, and the hazards are all covered here in a gentle manner. It might not seem so from the outset, yet it is implied that surfing is not as simple as just going out there and riding waves. Although not covered in depth, Doug touches upon the social aspects of engaging in an activity where expertise can mean safety for yourself and others in the water. He also pays respects to the likes of Duke Kahanamoku and Pat Curren.
From the novice point of view, basics of equipment and essential technique are covered. Veterans would probably laugh at this book or wax nostalgic about their gremmy days.
A sister publication devoted to longboards has a commercial tie-in from a board maker. This book endorses a surf academy. It is this endorsement which hammers home the idea that proper learning is essential. Besides, I doubt that one could read and surf at the same time.

Summary of Surfer's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Surfing (Start-Up Sports series)

Recommended by the United States Surfing Federation as a book that every beginning surfer should read, this instructional guide details the basics of surfing gear, conditions, safety, etiquette, and history. Written by someone who went through the learning process, topics are covered with just enough detail to get the reader riding the waves quickly and safely. It teaches the beginner surfer the fundamentals of the sport; what to expect in the first days of learning; and how to cope with waves, learning frustrations, and crowds. This edition has been updated with the latest information on equipment, technique, and resources.

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