by isuckatsurfing » Sat Jan 07, 2017 10:15 am
by Big H » Sat Jan 07, 2017 10:53 am
by Big H » Sat Jan 07, 2017 10:55 am
by pmcaero » Sat Jan 07, 2017 4:04 pm
Big H wrote:Surfing specific....
Surf at high tide on smaller swell/period days and slowly work your way up to being able to take on bigger waves at lower tide levels at longer periods. Baby steps.
by RinkyDink » Sat Jan 07, 2017 5:36 pm
by oldmansurfer » Sat Jan 07, 2017 5:40 pm
by waikikikichan » Sat Jan 07, 2017 9:25 pm
by jaffa1949 » Sat Jan 07, 2017 10:51 pm
by Alex44 » Sun Jan 08, 2017 10:18 am
by BoMan » Sun Jan 08, 2017 7:26 pm
oldmansurfer wrote:There is a whole skill set of knowing where and when and how to wipeout without getting hurt.
Step 1: Jump Away From Your Board
If you know you're going to fall, use your last bit of balance to jump away from your board. The best place to jump is towards or over the wave. Never jump in front of the board, or you will risk it hitting you in the head. A good way to jump is to go straight off the back of the board. As long as no one is in front of you, you can even push your board towards the shore to get it away from you. One of the best spots to aim for is the whitewater. Because it is churning, your impact is braced by the opposing forces of the water.
No matter where you jump or even if you just fall, always use one hand to block the surfboard from hitting you. Keep your arm extended towards it so you can push it away if it bounces towards you.
Step 2: Jump Shallow
Whether you jump or fall off your board, always do so like you are jumping into a shallow pool, not the deep end where the diving board is. Sometimes you will think it is deep but really the ground is only two or three feet below you. If you jump expecting it to be deeper you can sprain an ankle or even cut yourself on rocks along the bottom. Jump shallow and protect yourself.
Step 3: Go Butt First
The best way to enter the water is on your butt like you're doing a cannon ball. By having your legs bent you minimize the chances of spraining an ankle on the bottom. If you are going to hit something like a rock, why not make use of the extra padding on your rear. There are other ways to hit the water, but whatever you do DO NOT GO HEAD FIRST!!! If your head hits something you might black out, so make sure it isn't leading the charge.
Step 4: Cover Your Head
Like I just said, your head is important and most people don't surf with a helmet. When you're underwater spinning, use your arms to cover your head. You can use one arm or both, but make sure you're protected.
Step 5: Stay Calm
Sometimes it feels like you've been underwater for a while, but you'll be surprised how long you can actually last holding your breath. Panicking only makes things worse for you so stay calm. Don't fight against the wave too much because that uses more oxygen, instead relax a bit and let the wave pass. Sometimes it will tumble you around a bit but it never lasts for too long.
Step 6: Get Low
If you've ever played around in the waves, you'll know that it is calm around the floor. The waves and white water do a lot of moving on the surface, but the lower you are, the less movement there is. Let yourself sink a bit and you will sometimes find you pass right under the wave. Of course, always make sure you know what is below you before doing this.
Step 7: Open Your Eyes
Most of the time the water is pretty clear. If you open your eyes, you will see what is around you which will make things much easier.
Step 8: Come Out Slowly
You might want to jump up quickly to get air, but if your board is right above you, you'll be looking at a nice bruise. You never know what is above you, it could be another surfer or their board. Come up slowly and keep one arm above you just in case.
Step 9: Get Your Board Quickly
As soon as you are back up, get your board under control. You don't want it flopping around at the end of the leash where it might hit someone. You can either swim to it, or do what I do which is pull your leash. Get on your board, survey the situation and paddle away from any other break waves or surfers.
Step 10: Relax & Evaluate
Once you have gotten on your board and are away from any other breaking waves or surfers, take a second to catch your breath. Think about what you did well and what you can improve on. Try and recall how it felt so that next time you are under water, you can think back to this moment and remember that even if it feels like you're being held under water, you'll pop back up eventually. If there are any parts of your wipe out you think you can improve, don't worry, because I promise you'll have plenty of other chances to practice.
by oldmansurfer » Sun Jan 08, 2017 8:31 pm
by BoMan » Sun Jan 08, 2017 11:26 pm
oldmansurfer wrote:I am not really sure which ones since I talk about wiping out all the time.
by oldmansurfer » Mon Jan 09, 2017 1:12 am
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by RinkyDink » Mon Jan 09, 2017 4:38 am
by oldmansurfer » Mon Jan 09, 2017 7:05 pm
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