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The right surf preparation for your holiday or for advanced surfers Surfing is older than most sports. It has a rich history that goes back a long way, and yet there is a gap between our sport and traditional sports. Take football, for example: if little Johnny wanted...
Wind on Fuerteventura: a source of sport today, a source of food in the past Wind is our constant companion on Fuerteventura.A common half-truth leads many visitors to believe that Fuerteventura means “strong wind” in Spanish. “Fuerte” does indeed mean strong, but...
How do you know which wave to catch? Learn to read the peak, the open face of the wave, the direction of the ride, and your position—step by step for beginner surfers.
Surfing knowledge / Currents & safetyDangers of surfing: recognise risks and surf more safelyFreshSurf Surfing Knowledge · 10-minute readYou are standing on the beach, the waves look good and your surfboard is ready. You would love to jump straight into the water....
To learn how to surf really well, you obviously need to understand the wave. So here’s an overview of the most important impact zones of a wave:
Stuck at home and high and dry again, longing for surfing? No problem! There are now numerous artificial wave parks all over Europe where you can train without a long journey. We explain what an artificial wave is and how it is generated. You also get all locations at...
Surfing knowledge / Reading waves & surf conditionsPerfect surf conditions: 6 tips for your next sessionFreshSurf Surfing Knowledge · 6-minute readThe sun is shining and the waves look good — yet your surf session does not go as planned. The waves break too fast,...
Maybe you're asking yourself: “Should I learn kitesurfing or surfing?” "Imagine you're on the beach and the sun is shining down from the sky. You can feel the salt on your skin and the tingling of anticipation in your stomach. You've decided to finally learn a new...
To make it easier for you to find a good surf school for your next surf trip, here are a few tips on what you should look out for first and foremost when choosing a surf school. You can find out many of these features in advance.
Surfing - the epitome of freedom and being one with nature. But there is a problem right here. The materials we use for surfing are anything but environmentally friendly. Fortunately, there has been a rethink in the surf industry and neoprene can now be replaced by...
