Surf: Flat, like it was a lake or something.
Went up to Lake Shasta for the 4th. Camping, goofing off in freshwater, and a great opportunity to learn to wakeboard.
I watched a few friends try it. Lots of faceplants! Figuring out how to get to your feet while a boat is taking off is not easy. I was pretty nervous about trying it since I’ve never really done any tow sports, but I got the hang of it pretty fast.
First attempt, got up to my feet, maybe went a few feet before faceplant. Second attempt was about the same with extra faceplant. Maybe 4th attempt in and I was up, riding the wake, and hanging on for a good half lap around the lake!
The basic idea once you’re up is pretty similar to surfing. It’s a lot of fun and really puts to use all those leg muscles I don’t really work out that much as a longboarder.
Can’t wait to try it again.