Surf Survival: The Surfer's Health Handbook

by Andrew Nathanson, Clayton Everline, Mark Renneker

Whether you’re a novice or an expert, Surf Survival is the handbook every surfer must have in his or her backpack, car, and beach house. With a slick waterproof cover and a handy travel-size format, Surf Survival explains everything from what to do about a jellyfish sting to what to eat for maximum energy out on the water. Also included are lists of common surfing hazards by region and wave science warm-ups, as well as detailed checklists of what to have on hand in case of an emergency. Be prepared for anything, whether you’re surfing a crowded beach in California or a remote island in Indonesia. Written and compiled by three expert surfers and sports medicine doctors, this full-color guide is a handy must-have reference tool for every surfer.

288 pages, Paperback

First published June 21, 2011

Reviews

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic reference. I bought a copy for a friend, too. Dr. Mark Renneker is the subject of the article "Playing Doc's Games" that was the starting point for Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life. Check those out as well.

[Russell Voigt · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book should be in every surf shop!
Content is very real and not sugar coated; will scare someone out of the water if they don’t love the sport already, but if you love it then it will bring you closer.
Loads of veteran knowledge that would be learned the hard way otherwise unless you’re lucky enough to have a good surf mentor.
Highly recommend this book if you’re newly committed to surfing, if you’re starting to travel for surfing, or if you’re looking to up your game in first aid treatment!

[Carol Sorensen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very thorough and educational.