Getting Started in the Surf

Written by surf journalist Alf Alderson and published by Fernhurst Books, this long-running guide introduces newcomers to surfing from first principles.

It covers choosing the right board and equipment, building basic fitness, learning to read waves and catch them safely, and understanding ocean hazards and etiquette in the water.

A practical starting point for anyone picking up a board for the first time, or a parent supporting a child taking up the sport.

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