Surfing

Limiting travel to a short distance, however allowing surfers to take part in their sport.

Why the contribution is important

For some this is not just a hobby but a lifestyle and their living. Allowing those fairly close to the sea to travel a short distance to surf would help improve their frame of mind and really help with mental health issues. I am fairly sure this is the same for a lot of sports activity.

by Enaidsor on May 05, 2020 at 01:18PM

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Comments

  • Posted by Kieran May 05, 2020 at 13:45

    Agree, if travel to golf or run is permissable travel to surf should be too. Easy to social distance.

  • Posted by costap May 05, 2020 at 17:23

    +1 for this. I live in Leith and would feel safer if I could drive to the beach and go out windsurfing where there is plenty of space then go for a run or walk in water of Leith which is always packed with people running, cycling or walking the dogs.

  • Posted by Russman9 May 09, 2020 at 07:30

    Hundred percent, surfing at your local break is as bout as good as you get for social distancing activities , I can’t run due to hip problems , cycling is statistically far more dangerous and surfing is classed as low risk.

  • Posted by GavinB May 09, 2020 at 07:53

    I agree surfing is essential for the mind body and soul. It is more than just a sport or a hobby. It doesn't break any social distancing rules. It is also an activity that relies on the right conditions and cannot be done any time like other activities. Therefore should be allowed in every beach in Scotland.

  • Posted by Lanaiya May 09, 2020 at 16:04

    I agree, the roads are full of groups of cyclists. It is much easier to social distance when surfing than cycling.
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