It is undoubtedly a fantastic idea, because you already know what it feels like to surf, but yes, you have touse your common sense and take into account some rules. Do you know them?
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10 basic rules for surfing
1. What level are you?
First you have to be honest with yourself and recognize if you have enough level to go to the peak or if you should stay closer to the shore and practice catching foam. You don't want to run ahead of time.
We are not only saying this for you, because in the end it is you who must see it and be consistent with what you do, but you could cause an accident by causing collisions with a surfer who is going down a wave.
2. Wait your turn
Once you have reached the peak make sure to be a good companion and don't sneak into the preferred spot. We all want to catch waves, but we have to wait for the moment when it is our turn. These are the rules of the game!
Who has the preference? The one that is closest to the point where the wave begins to break. Whether it is a left or right wave, all teammates will have to give way to the one who has the best chance of a longer wave path.
3. Respect the locals
It is said that the people who live in the place where you are going to surf have the preference, because it is their place. The best thing of all is that you try to be friendly and companionable: this way you will generate good vibes and they will consider you as an extra. It's very simple... and they don't bite!
4. Don't get in the way
It is very easy that at a given moment you get lost or reach the shore and want to re-enter the peak or are waiting for comes a series and you inevitably become an obstacle that one of your teammates who are going down a wave has to overcome.
This can be dangerous, because if they don't see you you could crash and the boards do a lot of damage, and they can even break. Be careful!
5. Communicate with your colleagues
If you all know everyone's intentions, it will be much easier to avoid misunderstandings. If you catch a wave that begins to break in both directions, you can shout and warn where you are going to catch it in case one of your companions can take advantage of it in the other direction: "I'm going left!"
6. Always pay attention to your board
Make sure you secure it to your ankle before surfing, because a loose board can be very dangerous, both for you, because you are left without protection, and for the rest of your companions, who can take a good hit.
7. Ask for help and offer yours
In the water, something unexpected can arise at any time, so everyone will have to lend a hand: share the good waves and be there to help if necessary, in the bad ones.
In addition, it is also good to share tips, tricks among everyone... ask what you don't know and teach what you know. Isn't it better this way?
8. Don't surf alone
Always go accompanied, even if it is with one more person. If you need help you will have your friend and, furthermore, what better way to share the good times than with your colleague?
9. Warm up and stretch
Sometimes we go to the water so eagerly that we don't bother to warm up: mistake! You have to warm up, paying special attention to the joints and muscles of the trunk, arms and legs. This will prevent you from getting pulled in the water or injured. Furthermore, during the warm-up you can see the state of the sea, where the current is going, the waiting time between sets...
And remember: no matter how tired you are, there is nothing better than stretching well when you get out of the water. It will prevent your muscles from gaining weight and soreness the next day, especially if you plan to take a bath. new.
10. Enjoy
Perhaps this is the easiest rule of all. If you are predisposed to have a good time, it will be easier to avoid possible arguments, misunderstandings and bad times with your companions in the water. At the end of the day you are all there for the same reason.
And you, have you had any problems in the water? Do you want to propose any more rules?
