Crowood Sports Guides are the perfect tool for anyone wanting to improve their performance, from beginners learning the basic skills to more experienced participants working on advanced techniques. These practical, no-nonsense guides will help give you that all important advantage. Fully illustrated with over 150 colour photographs, Surfing - Crowood Sports Guides covers: the history of surfing; choosing and maintaining a board; reading the ocean; skills development; advanced techniques; environmental care and surf contests and careers.

Author and photographer team Chris Nelson and Demi Taylor are permanently on the road, this time with the ultimate guide to outdoor activities in Britain. Footprint's "Outsiders Guide to Britain and Ireland" covers the cream of the crop, whether for a bit of surfing, downhill riding, or gentle hiking. These plus many more activities are covered, with a full lowdown on what they are and where and when to do them, plus insider knowledge from local legends and experts and all the usual Footprint information on where to eat and sleep. With fantastic mapping and incredible photography, this guide is perfect for anyone wanting to get the most from the great outdoors.