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Health knowledge made personal
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Health knowledge made personal
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Vicki,
I bought a 5' board thirty years ago, in college, at a garage sale. I went out a couple of times, was predictably awful, and decided surfing wasn't for me. For a laugh a couple of summers ago, I went out in the water with a friend of a friend. He loaned me a 9' board. When I stood up on the first wave, I was sure something was wrong. Then I stood up again. I didn't have that kind of success the whole day, but it did teach me about how important it is to use a beginner's board . . . which means long. Very long. You can rent an 11' soft-top at NorCal called "Frank the Tank" that you could walk up and down on with a martini in your hand. Well, maybe not. But it does feel more like the deck of a luxury liner than any kind of surfboard. And if you practice in the suds right near the shore, you'll be amazed how quickly you pick it up.
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Catch That Wave
Posted by Emme L.
Surfing seems like the mellowest sport. you catch a wave, stand up and ride. But what about wave patterns, surf conditions, and even how to throw your weight for better balance? These were all questions I had wading into the water the other day. Fortunately, a buddy hooked me up with the Santa Cruz Surf School. There I could stay mellow while learning some cool tips in a non-competitive environment. Lessons at Cowell Beach are great; the waves are gentle enough that you don't biff (get your face planted) on your board every time you stand up. Classes are scheduled according to the tides, and equipment is included in your fee. We got the SoftTop surfboards by Surftech, which combines greater flotation and maneuverability. Dude, I am so stoked! http://www.santacruzsurfschool.com/