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"Catch a wave, paddle out, catch a wave, paddle out," that's a not so famous quote by my not so famous big brother. Unfortunately, the process of surfing is far from this easy. There are so many concepts and elements involved in the simple act of surfing. It requires a lot of planning, concentration, and endurance. All of these elements, combined with the perfect wave, present ideal conditions for surfing. So how many of you guys surf? How many have tried surfing? Thought about surfing?? Well, you are about to learn how in roughly 5-7 minutes! And if you have no desire to learn, just bear with me through this speech and I'll give you candy at the end! My justification is saltwater taffy - you know, surfing, the ocean, saltwater, saltwater taffy? Works for me! Anyway … First let me say that surfing is growing tremendously these days. It's growing so much, that the 2003 edition of Surfer Magazine reported there is now an Association of Surfing Lawyers which now has over 200 members! Which is pretty crazy since no one really pictures the guys in the suits and ties out in the water! Okay, now that you have some kind of idea how much surfing is growing, let me tell you how you can be one of those people out in the water catching waves right along with one of those lawyers that may have gotten you out of trouble for some kind of crazy thing you did during your reign at Florida State! Before you even think about heading out to the water, you need to purchase a board! It is very crucial that you find a board that is suitable for you. Obviously someone who is 6'4 couldn't use a board only 5'11. Long boards (boards roughly eight feet and longer) are usually good for beginning surfers. A surfboard that suits the needs of everyone is labeled as a "fun board." That's what I own. My board is 7'2. But most "fun boards" average about 8 feet.
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