10 Basic Rules of Surfing
Surfing Rule #1: Right of way The surfer closest to the peak of the wave has the right of way. This means if you’re paddling to the right and a surfer on your left is also paddling for it, you must yield to him. Surfing Rule #2: Don’t drop in Related to Rule #1, this important rule is about yielding a wave to someone if you take off on it at the same time. Never block someone else’s ride – not only is it rude, it’s dangerous. Surfing Rule #3: Paddling rules Do not paddle in front of someone riding a wave unless you’re well, well in front of them. Sometimes you’ll just end up in a bad spot and won’t be able to paddle behind the surfer. It’s your responsibility to speed paddle to get over the wave and…
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December 7, 2021