You might have already heard about surfers getting eaten by sharks. You have also heard horror stories about the venomous jellyfish and the stingrays that have wounded many wave riders. But these ocean critters are not just the things you have to look out for when you are aspiring to surf the merciless sea.
The art of riding the waves has been defined in 1769. From ratchet boards to Walden surfboards created by the father of the modern longboard, surfing has been enjoyed for centuries for the naturally adventurous. It has also caused many accidents and deaths just like any high risk sport, but by knowing your limits and considering the factors, you will live to surf for many years to come.
Understanding the weather is a very important tool for wave riders. Because the sea is a dicey place to be, knowing how the weather affects it and why the sea behaves in such a way is your first task as a newbie. This is where you can evaluate whether you can handle the ocean today or not.
Listen to the locals when they are discussing weather conditions and if the water is ridable. Hurricanes are the biggest wave producers, so it is never a good idea to surf during a hurricane swell. Make use of your best judgment when you see the ocean getting all messed up because of the weather.
Landscape features may make or break your surfing experience. Watch out for jetties and do not dive from your board. There are real tales about people bumping their heads into a random rock when wiping out and such. Leave the piers and cliffs to the veteran surfers.
Waves are two faced. They can either be your source of pure ecstasy or terrible fear. The size of the waves represent how hazardous they are, so stick to smaller ones if you are still a noob. Keep in mind that a cubic yard of water weighs almost a ton, so be careful even if you think the wave seems to be very cute. Again, let the veterans handle the crumbling and hollow waves.
The ocean currents can be good or bad, depending on your tolerance, skill, and how adventurous you are. Currents that run parallel to the beach are called longshore currents, and can drag you if you are not careful. Be careful with rip currents.
Follow etiquette. The biggest hazard of all is not the landscape or the waterscape which you can just avoid, but other surfers. Be careful with crowded breaks and expect surfboards to be flying all around you. So do not be a kook and follow the honor system and respect other surfers.
Finally, get your swimming skills ready. Some surfers make the mistake of depending too much on their surfboards for buoyancy. But they can be separated from you, so you should rely on your ability to swim against the current. Practice treading water to avoid cramps. Stay fit so you will have the energy and stamina to endure the tides.
The art of riding the waves has been defined in 1769. From ratchet boards to Walden surfboards created by the father of the modern longboard, surfing has been enjoyed for centuries for the naturally adventurous. It has also caused many accidents and deaths just like any high risk sport, but by knowing your limits and considering the factors, you will live to surf for many years to come.
Understanding the weather is a very important tool for wave riders. Because the sea is a dicey place to be, knowing how the weather affects it and why the sea behaves in such a way is your first task as a newbie. This is where you can evaluate whether you can handle the ocean today or not.
Listen to the locals when they are discussing weather conditions and if the water is ridable. Hurricanes are the biggest wave producers, so it is never a good idea to surf during a hurricane swell. Make use of your best judgment when you see the ocean getting all messed up because of the weather.
Landscape features may make or break your surfing experience. Watch out for jetties and do not dive from your board. There are real tales about people bumping their heads into a random rock when wiping out and such. Leave the piers and cliffs to the veteran surfers.
Waves are two faced. They can either be your source of pure ecstasy or terrible fear. The size of the waves represent how hazardous they are, so stick to smaller ones if you are still a noob. Keep in mind that a cubic yard of water weighs almost a ton, so be careful even if you think the wave seems to be very cute. Again, let the veterans handle the crumbling and hollow waves.
The ocean currents can be good or bad, depending on your tolerance, skill, and how adventurous you are. Currents that run parallel to the beach are called longshore currents, and can drag you if you are not careful. Be careful with rip currents.
Follow etiquette. The biggest hazard of all is not the landscape or the waterscape which you can just avoid, but other surfers. Be careful with crowded breaks and expect surfboards to be flying all around you. So do not be a kook and follow the honor system and respect other surfers.
Finally, get your swimming skills ready. Some surfers make the mistake of depending too much on their surfboards for buoyancy. But they can be separated from you, so you should rely on your ability to swim against the current. Practice treading water to avoid cramps. Stay fit so you will have the energy and stamina to endure the tides.
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