Lots of moving parts in this thread -
Wavestorms were the original topic here. I have one and enjoy riding it on junk days. It's also perfect when family come in from out of town and want to "learn how to surf."
However, no mention of higher-end soft tops... Channel Islands, Mayhem, Almond..... it appears most of those griping don't have any experience with new technology? Some neat boards out there.
A lot of this thread is about appropriate etiquette. Tell you what - I would rather deal with a ding dong on a soft top than a fiberglass board.
AND... this thread wouldn't be complete with out ol" Griff coming out of left field with a post about Jamie Sterling and his Tokoro quiver. Zero Relevance! Senior moment? Love ya Griffy. At least you didn't plug your boards in this thread. You're learning.
Regarding the "lowers takeover" video - some of those guys were kooks, careless, and could have hurt someone seriously. Weed those dudes out. Kalani David apparently didn't agree
Having said that, I agree with the overall spirit of the video. I think there should be a massive 1-day wavestorm takeover at every major spot.
Some of you ain't as cool as you think you are - probably don't surf as good as you think you do. Some serious entitlement issues with some of you. Doesn't matter if you're rich and have surfed your spot since you were a kid. You don't own the ocean.
Life is fleeting - We've lost OTF and Bloomies recently... probably the 2 coolest dudes to post on here.
We"re gonna be dead soon too. Every day is a blessing. Smile and respect each other... regardless of what they play with in the ocean. Remember, you're just playing in the ocean as well... SO DON'T BE A DICK!!