What are some good books to read as a beginning surfer?

Question

I have found some pretty good looking books on Amazon.com ... but what can you personally recommend for a beginning surfer (anything on how to surf better, etc).

Answer 1

Jaws

Answer 2

going out there with someone who knows how to surf and can teach you would be much better then a book. check out some dvds. best way to learn and perform better is to get OUT THERE AND SURF!! you're gonna fall, you're gonna suck, but thats how you learn. reading a book wont help much.

but if i do have to recommend a book. it would be 'fit to surf' by rocky snyder. which focuses more on strength and conditioning rather then on learning how to surf.

Answer 3

You don't need to spend money as there are many learning type resources on-line.  Obviously I recommend my own book (available on-line at surfcoachbook.com).  Go to the surfing library and check out the many sources there.

A book can only give you so much and can't replace actual in the water practice.  Also, PLEASE take a lesson before you go in the water.  You really need to be briefed on water safety, board safety and surf etiquette before you damage yourself or someone else.