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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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jersey

Sports; Surfing

The molded inner material that holds the neoprene together, made from any combo of polypropylene, nylon, titanium, etc.

central pressure index (CPI)

Sports; Surfing

The minimum atmospheric pressure in the eye or center of a hurricane, which is used to estimate the wind velocities in the storm. The lower the CPI, the faster the wind speeds.

storm surge

Sports; Surfing

The abnormal rise in sea level accompanying a hurricane or other intense storm, caused primarily by wind stress on the water. Storm surges are greatly enhanced when the storm winds blow the water ...

swell

Sports; Surfing

Swell or groundswell refers to solid, real waves. (As apposed to rubbish wind chop) Why not read more on how waves are made.

goofy

Sports; Surfing

Surfing with your right foot forward.

regular footed

Sports; Surfing

Surfing with your left foot forward.

regular

Sports; Surfing

Surfing with your left foot forward.

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