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The first and only comprehensive guide to surfing the North America coastline. Painstakingly penned by experienced international surf journalist and expertly edited by the incomparable surf scribe, Drew Kampion, The Stormrider Guide: North America is an essential addition to any surfer's quiver.Glossy pages packed with full-color photos, in-depth analysis of the waves, the coastal environment and the rich cultural history of America's passion for wave-riding combine to make this an authoritative and indispensable tool for the traveling surfer, as well as for enhancing your local knowledge. Detailed descriptions of North America's main surfing areas are accompanied by a set of unique symbols, expressing the optimum conditions for wind, tide and swell. Crucial input from the Surfrider Foundation grounds a far-reaching environmental appraisal of the continent, investigating pollution, hazards, crowds, consistency and access issues. Accurate road maps define the coastal regions, while superb images from America's finest surf photographers illuminate the surf, environment and culture.ISBN 0 9539840-1-XSize: 8.75 x 11 in. Softback - 290 pages
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