Surf Science: An Introduction To Waves For Surfing

By Tony Butt

Now in its fourth edition, Surf Science is still the only book to talk in depth about the science of waves from a surfing point of view. With over 100 clear, colour diagrams, and easy-to-understand descriptions, you don't need a scientific background to read it; all you need is a fascination and curiosity for the waves. Surf Science digs deep into the origins of the waves we surf; from the energy of the Sun moving the atmosphere around and the generation of waves on the sea surface, to the fascinating things that happen to them on their journey from the storm centre to the coast where they break. It explains how things like the tides, the water temperature and the shape of the sea floor affect our surfing experience. And, of course it wouldn't be complete without showing us how to look beyond the wave-forecasting websites and really understand how to predict the surf. What people have said about Surf Science: "One of the most sophisticated surfing books ever produced ... a must for any surfer." (The Surfer's Journal); "Tony Butt is a surf forecasting guru. If he doesn't know it, it isn't worth knowing." (Surf Europe); "So who would benefit from this book? Well, it's hard to think of a surfer who wouldn't." (The Surfer's Path); "An excellent resource for surfers who want a simple understanding of the how's and why's of wave creation and surf conditions." (Hisurfadvisory); "Jam-packed with many helpful graphs, diagrams, photographs" (Longboard Magazine).

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F4DF4GBD
• ISBN13: 9798312431148
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 190 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.7" x 0.4" x 7.4"