The Secret to Reading Waves
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You can practice your popups and study maneuvers, but until you can understand where to paddle for the wave, which wave to choose, and what that wave is going to do, your progression is limited. This video introduces the concepts needed to begin understanding how to read waves. Spoiler alert: there's no magic involved, just time, dedication, and these helpful tips.
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