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The Surfing Tribe is the first definitive book about the history and heritage of surfing in Britain. Written by renowned surf historian Roger Mansfield, the book is the first to piece together the origins and history of the sport around the country. The book features all the characters who made the sport what it is today, from early pioneers like Rod Sumpter to international heroes on the world circuit like Russell Winter. The book also charts the evolution of British surfboards, and looks back at the films and magazines that have portrayed the British scene over the decades.



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"Encyclopedic, lovingly illustrated and peculiarly British." (Andy Martin, The Daily Telegraph) "Ably illustrates the richness of Britain's surfing history." (Alex Wade, The Times) "The UK and Ireland surf community has needed a book like this for a long time. A superb production." (Phil Jarratt, Pacific Longboarder Magazine)"

The Surfing Tribe A History of Surfing in Britain

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      Book Synopsis

      The Surfing Tribe is the first definitive book about the history and heritage of surfing in Britain. Written by renowned surf historian Roger Mansfield, the book is the first to piece together the origins and history of the sport around the country. The book features all the characters who made the sport what it is today, from early pioneers like Rod Sumpter to international heroes on the world circuit like Russell Winter. The book also charts the evolution of British surfboards, and looks back at the films and magazines that have portrayed the British scene over the decades.



      Trade Review
      "Encyclopedic, lovingly illustrated and peculiarly British." (Andy Martin, The Daily Telegraph) "Ably illustrates the richness of Britain's surfing history." (Alex Wade, The Times) "The UK and Ireland surf community has needed a book like this for a long time. A superb production." (Phil Jarratt, Pacific Longboarder Magazine)"

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