Surf's Up: The Girl's Guide to Surfing
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Book Overview
CATCH THE WAVE Have you always thought surfing looks like so much fun but lacked the confidence to try it? Do you dream of having sun-bleached hair and surf-toned arms? Maybe you'd like to join those surfers you watch from the comfort of your beach towel? With women's surfing booming as never before, now is the perfect time to grab a board and get out there If you're a girl who longs to mix it up with the boys in the surf, carve graceful lines across the face of a wave, and feel the exhilaration of surfing, this book is for you. Surf's Up has it all, including - what to look for when buying a surfboard - how to find the right waves - how to paddle out, catch waves, stand up, and turn your board - a colorful history of women's surfing, from Gidget to Beachley - where to find North America's dream surfing spots Writing with the passion that comes from living the surfing life for more than fifteen years, Louise Southerden brings her love of surfing to every page, offering a glimpse of surfing subculture, surf lingo, the rules of the waves, and helpful tips from other surfer girls who have survived the learning-to-surf journey. Surf's Up is encouraging and empowering: a book no surfer girl should be without
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0345476611
ISBN13:9780345476616
Release Date:March 2005
Publisher:Random House Publishing Group
Length:272 Pages
Weight:1.05 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.5" x 8.9"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Amazing Book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I have read this book, time and again and in my opinion contrary to what the title suggests this book is equally useful for guys as well as girls. Well written, nice pictures and comments from pro surfers. It does deal with some of girl specific issues which either guys can ignore or appreciate. It will definitely be useful for a beginner or heck even an intermediate surfer.
Great book for begginers
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I'm 30 years old female and new to surfing i bought this book before i started my first surf lesson and really help me a lot. This a great book, i seriously recommend it for begginers any age, is very well detailed and many helpfull tips.. If you get this book you wont regret it.
Very well written, detailed book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This book is the most detailed guide I've found for surfing. The Surf Diva guide is also very good but not as detailed and informative as this book. I highly recommend it.
Great for anyone learning to surf, guys as well
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I bought this book for my 11 yr old daughter who started surfing with me a couple of years ago. When she was finished, I read this book to see how it was. It was one of the best surf books I ever read. I think that the fact that it was geared towards women by a women, it made it more relaxed and fun. We (men) tend to get to serious and lose the point of it. Anyway, Louise (the author) was playful as well as insightful. You can tell by this book that Louise really loves surfing and her whole souful lifestyle. Her kind and warm personality shown through by her writing. I would highly reccogmend this book to anyone who wants to learn how to surf or just be part of the relaxed surf culture. P.S. I bought a copy for myself and refer to it all the time. Great job Louise. I am now a big fan of yours. Aloha Ron DiMauro
I wish I had this book when I started surfing!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
this is an excellent book for surfers of any level, but focuses on beginners. There's a great history of women in surfing and profiles of today's up and comers. The book is well written and well designed, there are great photographs throughout. I wish I would have had this book when I started surfing, I had to learn the hard way! It's great to see the women of surfing getting the attention they deserve.
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