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So I have enormous respect for those of you who have mastered the art of surf kayaking.
I tried my first surf launch today on Cherry Grove Beach. The wind was blowing in my face about 15 mph, and the surf was coming in from two directions at once.

I managed to get out without dumping and I paddled around a bit outside the breakers before I decided to head back in. I then made the mistake of trying to ride a wave in. I paddled even with the crest, leaned forward and promptly dug the front of the kayak into the back of the next wave. Needless to say, I completely wiped out.
Planning on trying again when hopefully the surf will be a little calmer.
Evan
I tried my first surf launch today on Cherry Grove Beach. The wind was blowing in my face about 15 mph, and the surf was coming in from two directions at once.
I managed to get out without dumping and I paddled around a bit outside the breakers before I decided to head back in. I then made the mistake of trying to ride a wave in. I paddled even with the crest, leaned forward and promptly dug the front of the kayak into the back of the next wave. Needless to say, I completely wiped out.
Planning on trying again when hopefully the surf will be a little calmer.
Evan