New York City is a concrete jungle all right, but this doesn’t mean that it doesn’t offer pleasures found in nature such as surfing and water sports. There’s a thriving community of surf enthusiasts in the city, which accommodates both beginners and advanced surfers alike. Several surf beaches can be accessed by public transportation, and the surfer culture is like no other. Image source: Coveteur.com Just like when surfing in other cities, it’s important to be surf-ready in NYC. Get your gear on, namely have your own surfboard, rash guard and wetsuit, wax, and other stuff. The next step is to learn the basics, specifically if one hasn’t surfed before and doesn’t know where to start. Surf schools abound in the Big Apple, including Locals Surf School, Skudin Surf, and Boarders Surf Shop. There’s an abundance of places to surf in NYC, such as Ditch Plains in Montauk, Lido Beach on Long Island, Rockaways in Queens, Trailer Park in Montauk, Long Beach on Long Island, and Belmar in New Jersey. Do your research such that you know where the good waves are, and you don’t have to travel far to get to the desired surf destination. Observe basic rules and precautions, too, such as avoiding waves bigger than 3 or 4 feet if you’re a beginner. It’s also not recommended to surf when there’s lightning in the vicinity. Don’t forget your surf etiquette: be safe, considerate, and mindful while having fun with the waves. Image source: Surfline.com John Clemenza is an 18-year-old surfer from Oahu, Hawaii, who has been exposed to all sorts of watersports in his home state. He dreams of taking a bite of the Big Apple and its diverse cultures. More surfing tips here.
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