2.2 Understanding surfing satisfaction

making waves harder to read and surf. While cross-shore wind affected the surfer‟s positioning in the line-up. A cross shore wind could blow surfers out of position whilst waiting for waves. If the wind is strong, it could be worth factoring into where surfers positioning before beginning to surf. As for onshore wind direction type which is not particularly favoured by the majority of surfers as the wind force the wave to break sooner than naturally. Offshore winds are perhaps the most favoured wind direction for surfers. Offshore winds gives positive effect on the waves by grooming or smoothing the wave face and holding the waves up due to the opposing directions of the wind and the waves, making waves easier to read and to surf.

There is no accuracy to measure the height of the waves. Professional surfers use the measurement of metric unit to describe wave height but this method could create unnecessary confusion and incorrect estimation for beginners. Another method that gives more accuracy is measuring wave realistically by comparing the surfer‟s body height as per example waist high, chest high and head high. The benefit of accurately describing wave height allows surfer to develop standardization and understanding the preferable waves that means a lot for surfer‟s surfing career.

2.2 Understanding Surfing Satisfaction

Surfing satisfaction has multiple meaning based on individual perceptions. In broader sense, the surfing satisfaction of an individual reflects its fundamental values and character. The very surf sport, surf entertainment media, and group affiliations that people enjoy in surfing help to shape the character and well-being of a person, communities and society at large. Thus surfing satisfaction is often viewed as enjoyable and extreme activity that everyone deserves to endure and should experience.

To understand the full power and potential of surfing, it is important to separate it from another closely related word, recreation. Simply stated, recreation can be understood as the activity or experience, while satisfaction is seen as the outcome of the 15