Surf Science: An Introduction To Waves For Surfing

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Have you ever wondered where waves come from? What makes every one different, why some peel nicely and others just close out? Why, some days, waves come in sets of six and others in sets of three, and what factors affect the behavior of a surfing break? If you have, this book is for you.Now in its third edition, Surf Science is the first book to talk in depth about the science of waves from a surfer’s point of view. It fills the gap between surfing books and waves textbooks and will help you learn how to predict surf. You don’t need a scientific background to read it―just curiosity and a fascination for waves.

Paperback: 136 pages

Publisher: University of Hawaii Press; 3 edition (March 31, 2014)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0824839544

ISBN-13: 978-0824839543

Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.4 x 9.8 inches

Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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Excellent short book on the forces that make coastal oceans dynamic.

Informative and entertaining book to learn the basics. I really much enjoyed readind it.

Excellent book. Just technical enough!

I have a question. If have the 1st edition, from 2004 I think, is it still worth buying this book.I mean are there additional features, discussions, etc.Thanks,Johnny

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