April 23, 2008
Surfing For Newbies
Learning to surf is one of the greatest thrills a newbie can experience. Fortunately, the basics are pretty simple. A little guidance and a lot of practice will put you right where you want to be: crouched on the board catching a wave.First, before you can run, you have to crawl. The same is true of surfing. Paddling is a must, and while not hard (mentally, though it is physically) it has to be done correctly. Straddle the board near the midpoint and the surfboard grip traction pad. Lean over and execute a crawl stroke, cupping your hands and moving first one into the water then the next.