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leucadia
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YOUR SURFBOARD |
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| The basic rule to remember for your beginner board is "the bigger the better", a bigger surfboard will offer more flotation and stability which will assist you in paddling, catching waves, standing and surfing. As a general guide, if there is no experienced person to offer you assistance when purchasing your surfboard, put one arm straight up into the air and the length of your beginner board should approximately reach the tips of your fingers. This booklet has been written for surfers using a correctly sized beginner board. |
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| PARTS OF YOUR SURFBOARD | |
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There are parts to the surfboard
that you will have to know to help you with your surfing. 1. The more rounded or pointed end is known as the nose. 2. The opposite end with the legrope is known as the tail, this is the end where your feet go when lying on the surfboard. 3. The sides of the surfboard are the rails, the rails are used for turning the surfboard, but at this stage you should use them for HOLDING ON. 4. The top side is the deck, this is the side you lie and stand on. 5. The bottom is simply called, the bottom. 6. The legrope is what attaches you to the surfboard, it is a velcro strap that goes around your back ankle when standing. (We?ll work on that later) 7. Surfboard Wax is applied to the deck to add grip, alternatively your surfboard may have deck grip stuck to it. |
| City of Encinitas License #17029 |
City of Oceanside License #103444 |