Product guide

Surfer Magazine: 1960–2020 — Surf Culture Anthology

Surfer Magazine: 1960–2020 is a chronological anthology of covers and interior pages from the surf magazine’s six decades in print. Its archival imagery and magazine material trace changes in surfing, equipment, style and surf culture, making it a visual reference rather than a practical surfing guide.

At a glance

Curated covers and interior pages from Surfer magazine’s 1960–2020 archive.
Chronological material covering the progression of surfing, equipment, style and notable surfers.
The described editorial mix includes surf travel, contest reporting, surf spot profiles, big-wave photography and interviews.

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Pros and cons

Pros

A substantial 304-page visual record offers more than a collection of covers, including selected interior pages.
Its coverage across six decades connects surfing history with photography, design and broader surf culture.

Cons

At 1.81 kg and 31.5 cm in its longest listed dimension, it is a sizable book rather than a particularly portable reference.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Publication
Publisher	Rizzoli
Publication date	15 June 2022
Language	English
Print length	304 pages
ISBN-10	0847871495
ISBN-13	978-0847871490

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	1.81 kg
Dimensions	23.44 x 2.84 x 31.5 cm

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Surfers and ocean enthusiasts interested in the history and visual culture of the sport.
Readers looking for an illustrated reference to surf photography, magazine design and changing surf styles.
A gift for someone interested in archival surf imagery and surf culture.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a how-to guide, current surf reports or a focused travel-planning book.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 125 ratings

5 stars89%89%
4 stars9%9%
3 stars1%1%
2 stars0%0%
1 star1%1%

The listing shows a strongly positive aggregate rating, with most ratings in the five-star category. That suggests favourable overall reception, but without written feedback it does not reveal what readers praised or explain the small share of lower ratings. The book’s 304 pages of archival magazine material provide context for its appeal to readers interested in surf history and imagery, but the rating alone cannot confirm particular content or print quality.

Frequently asked questions

What period does the book cover?

The title and description cover Surfer magazine’s six decades in print, from 1960 to 2020.

What kind of material is included?

The listing describes selected magazine covers and interior pages, including travel articles, contest reporting, surf spot profiles, big-wave imagery and interviews.

Is this a practical surfing instruction book?

The described focus is historical and visual, covering surf culture, photography, design and the sport’s development. It is not presented as an instructional manual.

How large is the book?

The listed dimensions are 23.44 x 2.84 x 31.5 cm, and its listed weight is 1.81 kg.