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Surfing
Surfing is a water sport and recreational activity in which the wave rider, rides the forward face of a wave usually towards the shore. While most suitable waves for surfing are found in the ocean the activity can also be performed on lakes. The wave rider balances on a surf board while riding the waves.
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polypropylene
Sports; Surfing
Wicking material (i.e., it doesn't absorb water) replaced many nylon linings in wetsuits in the late '80s and is often used for insulating rash guards today.
swell direction
Sports; Surfing
Where the swell is coming from. In the marine community, swell direction is always identified from the swell source, not its destination. See direction.