Re: [Paddlewise] Awesome Day Surfing in California

Bob,

I have used the fall on your side method, and it is quite effective.  In 
fact, I used it today, which is why I was washed over rocks and have scrapes 
on my legs.  Don't get me wrong.  I like this method in desperate situations.

At one time I occasionally used the pop your sprayskirt before you go in 
method.  However, on some of those occasions, a big wave popped up behind me 
and I wished I still had the sprayskirt on.  There are not many things worse 
than trying to control a kayak full of water while you are still in it.  I 
always keep the sprayskirt on now until I am ready to jump out of the cockpit.

Duane Strosaker
 <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/pirateseakayaker/index.html">Pirate Sea 
Kayaker</A> 
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