If you’re reading this blog on stormchase.com, then there is a 100% chance you’re interested in severe weather and storm chasing. And there is a large chance that you’re still somewhat new to the idea of chasing down nature’s most violent storms. If so, I would strongly recommend obtaining a copy of the Storm Chasing Handbook for your continued learning experience.

This book by Tim Vasquez is now in its second edition and the new version is jammed packed with need-to-have information that is of great value to seasoned storm chasers and newcomers alike.

Storm chasing is a lot more than just “chasing storms”, for many it is a way of life. Just as people who ride Harley Davidson motorcycles consider it a lifestyle (its never “just a bike”), storm chasers live, eat and breathe storm chasing. And, this book will give anyone unfamiliar with storm chasing with a very good look at our world.

I think its important that people who are learning about storm chasing do more than just the obvious – such as learn how to forecast and intercept severe storms. It’s a culture, and its a lifestyle and it has a fascinating history! A lot of that history is packed into these 322 pages, even some of the illustrations were created by one of my personal heroes – Mr. David Hoadley, a legend in my world who is not only considered as “The Father of Storm Chasing” by many, but whom also started the Storm Track Newsletter and provided hundreds of illustrations for that publication as well.

There is also an extensive “Tornado Alley Travel Guide” included with lots of information on popular driving routes that every storm chaser knows quite well. What to know where the best steakhouses, BBQ pits and Mexican food can be found in Tornado Alley? It’s all here!

Bottom line – you’ll love this book!

Whether its unfortunate, or fortunate – Tim can’t keep these things in stock! Every time he re-orders new copies, they sell out. However you can find out when the next batch will be in and get your copy ordered by calling Weather Graphics at 1-800-840-6280, or by visiting this page: http://www.weathergraphics.com/chasing/

I’m sorry for sounding so much like a salesman, it doesn’t happen much. But, I wouldn’t say it if it wasn’t true – every enthusiast of severe weather should own a copy of The Storm Chasing Handbook!

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