No Waves In New Jersey
No Waves in New Jersey: A Visual History of East Coast Surf Culture
Perfect for down the shore – a long-overdue tribute to New Jersey’s influence on American surfing
No Waves in New Jersey is a groundbreaking surf history book that captures the overlooked but deeply rooted surf culture of New Jersey. While the warmer waters of Hawaii and California often dominate the narrative, this book reveals how the Atlantic coast—and the Jersey Shore in particular—has quietly shaped the American surf scene for over a century.
Why This Book Matters
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Showcases rare and never-before-seen surf photography from the New Jersey Surf Museum and New Jersey Surfing Hall of Fame
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Chronicles the story of East Coast surfing from its 19th-century origins to the 1980s skate-surf crossover
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Highlights the unique identity of New Jersey surfers and their impact on surf and street culture
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Includes archival images, posters, and ephemera from private collections that bring the history to life
Inside the Pages
This richly illustrated volume blends powerful visuals with insightful storytelling, offering a deep dive into the cultural history of surfing along the Atlantic. It’s more than a surf photo book—it's a definitive celebration of the Jersey Shore’s place in the broader narrative of American surf culture.
Perfect For
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Surfers and skaters passionate about East Coast culture
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Beach lovers who summer “down the shore”
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Fans of vintage surf photography and design
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Historians and collectors of Americana and coastal culture
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Anyone looking to explore the lesser-told stories of surf history
12.1 x 9.3 x 1.1 in (30.7 x 23.7 x 2.7 cm)
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