A 20 - second ride while surfing is considered a long ride .
It is not unusual for a surfer to spend a half - hour or more dealing with the ocean before being so fortunate to snag a wave that provides a few seconds of riding time .
A 20 - second ride while surfing is considered a long ride , while it is not unusual for a surfer to spend a half - hour or more dealing with the ocean before being so fortunate to snag a wave that provides a few seconds of riding time .