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The Surfers Dictionary: A Definitive Glossary of Surfing Terms. Over the years, surfers have developed a rich vocabulary of technical terms, slang names and unique expressions. This definitive illustrated guide includes almost 300 surfing terms, so you can use the lingo with confidence. A-frame: A perfectly shaped wave breaking both left and ...
5. Zoggs Predator Flex and Flex Reactor. Zoggs' innovative four-flex frame technology lets each eye-cup move independently. This, along with the hypoallergenic silicone gasket, makes the Predator Flex one of the best fitting and most comfortable goggles on the market.
Surf Life Saving. Founded in 1907, the surf lifesaving movement has become an Australian icon. With over 166,000 members and 311 clubs, it's the largest volunteer organisation in the country, and one of the largest in the world. In addition to the volunteers, there are also thousands of paid lifeguards patrolling Australia's vast coastline.
All you need to know about surf sports, including surfing, paddleboards, surf skis, waveskis, kayaks, kitesurfing, bodyboards, windsurfing, bodysurfing, racing mals, SUPs, ocean swimming, Surf Life Saving, nippers and more. Surf Sports Forum is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program ...
SLSA and International Life Saving Federation Hand Signals. Hand signals were developed to enable effective communication between lifeguards in situations where other communication methods were unavailable, particularly when lifeguards are performing a rescue. The ability to communicate clearly is an essential skill in life threatening situations.
Newport's ocean beach is patrolled by Newport Surf Life Saving Club, established in 1909, one of Australia's earliest surf clubs, and the oldest on the peninsula. The club's first surfboat, a ship’s lifeboat, was discovered washed up on Bilgola Beach (then called Dalley's Beach) in 1913. The first official surfboat was acquired in 1914.
The ability to select and successfully perform the most effective rescue technique is the hallmark of an experienced and well trained lifesaver. Factors to consider include the surf conditions, equipment available, patient’s condition, and rescuer's fitness and skill. Rescues involving breaking waves can be particularly difficult and critical.
Everything You Need to Know About Nipper Boards. Nipper boards resemble small racing mals with four straps. They're designed for young Surf Live Saving participants and are built to SLSA standard specifications. Children up to 10 years old generally use a foam Nipper board (called a foamie), and children over 10 use a fibreglass board.
The surf ski is the longest, fastest, most technically difficult, and riskiest leg of an IronMan or IronWoman event. Competitors paddle six-metre-long skis that weigh up to 20kg. They're similar to an Olympic kayak, only longer and narrower. Sitting on a seat in the middle of the ski, athletes use a twin-bladed paddle to propel themselves ...
Life Saving VIC operates 57 life saving clubs and surf life saving clubs throughout the state of Victoria. Clubs on rivers and other non-surf beaches don't include the word 'surf' in their name. Use the links below to find out more about your local club. Bass Region. Cape Paterson SLSC. Inverloch SLSC. Venus Bay SLSC.