Surfboard FAQs
What is big wave surfing?
Big wave surfing is type of surfing in which waves larger than twenty feet are surfed. Mind you they measure waves from the back, so these waves are actually much larger than twenty feet to the rider. Special boards and gear are necessary, depending on whether the rider paddles into the wave or is town in by a jet-ski. These surfboards are known as ‘guns’ or ‘rhino-chasers.’ Big wave surfing is extremely dangerous and should only be attempted by expert surfers.
What are some common surfing terms or slang.
To ‘snake’ a wave is to steal another persons wave when they don’t have the right of way. Snaking a wave can often result in both parties ‘wiping-out’ or crashing. More experienced riders can do a trick called tube-riding which means that they ride crouched right in and under the curl of the wave.
Where can I learn to surf?Anymore, a person can learn to surf anywhere there is a wave. Even inland these curls can be found in some unusual locations and its amazing how many people frequent them. Also, modern recreational facilities sometimes include a machine-generated standing wave that you can surf indoors. But some of the most popular places to learn are beaches in California, Hawaii, and Costa Rica. Many surf shops also have surf schools which will train basics to the beginners.
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