RE: Wave rules

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Brad covered most of the rules, I just wanted to add one more:

People who are less experienced, should give right of way to people who are
ripping. This is not a rule, but just common sense. There are lots of
waves to be had, so there is no reason to get into "hey man, that wave was
my wave" - those type of discussions/vibes are complete buzz killers, and
for me personally, take all the joy out of the wave sailing experience.
Much like in skiing: if you don't know much about powder, you should not be
hacking away at a vigin slope of light fluff: maybe 1 hour later when it's
cut up fluff (after I am done shredding it;-)

I am personally still learning a lot about wave riding, and don't see this
changing for the next 10 years or so - unless PSFT stock goes up like
crazy` ;-) So I give way to the local waddell/dport rippers. Not only do
I earn 'good vibes' , I get to watch great sailors and get mental images
which I later try to emulate - key word there is try!

I don't think it's clear/defined who has right of way: going out or comming
in. It goes back to common sense to me. Person in more control should
heed way to the person who is less in control. When you are about to drop
into a hollow peeler, you should have checked to see if there is anyone
headed out or about to get munched by the wave you are about to rip. I
personally would never force someone to eat it big time because I "had the
right of way". I guess I have been munced too many times myself and don't
want to force that on anyone.

Check out "Going Off" by Side off Productions. It's a great video which
explaines, among other things, the rules of wave riding.

Don't forget why you go wave sailing in the first place. Be kind. Smile.
Give waves to your peers. Share cold beers afterwards. Whatever you want
done to you, do it to others first: it usually comes back to you......I've
had people at davenport say "hey bro, thanks for that wave": it's a great
way to meet cool people and to spread the positive vibe of windsurfing. In
return, many people have given me great wave rides, not to mention great
tips.



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