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Ultimate Surfing Adventures takes you on a thrilling ride around the world's best surfing spots. Stunning, full-page photographs put you at the heart of the action, while inspirational descriptions illustrate why each break is so unique. It's perfect for planning your next safari, or alternatively allows you to indulge in some armchair surfing of breaks that only the most adventurous will ride. As well as classic waves around the Pacific, there is a wealth of the more unusual surf spots from Antarctica to Nova Scotia. Every continent is covered so expect to find waves you've already ridden alongside those you never knew existed. Each entry is accompanied by useful information such as the best season to surf, hazards to consider, how to get there and what to do when you're all surfed out. AUTHOR: Alf Alderson is a dedicated surfer throughout the summer and skis during the winter months. He is a full-time writer and journalist and is the author of Surfing - a Beginner's Guide and Surf UK, both by Wiley Nautical. His work has appeared in a wide variety of newspapers and magazines including Conde Nast Traveller. 100 colour photos