The B@stards finally got me!

flyinraptr

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Dec 18, 2008
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Sting ray - right into my heel .... first time for everything. Hopped off my board after a wave - was pretty far inside - wham got hit. Came in - didn't think it was too bad .... decided to drive home before soaking in hot water - mistake. About half-way (10 minute drive) the pain started ... new found respect.
 

ElOgro

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We have them when the water temperature changes around Easter. Thick. Most people get stung within a couple of meters of shore. Valium and Flor de Caña in liberal doses. Then have it thoroughly cleaned out.
 
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flyinraptr

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Dec 18, 2008
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Have had a lot of close calls - landed on the back of one once. A couple weeks ago had a large one - maybe 4' wingspan swim directly in my path. I think this one had to be relatively small and fortunately hit me on the heel. Ended up squeezing a small piece of the barb out but otherwise no significant damage. Amazing how quickly the hot water relieves the pain from the venom. Normally - don't see a lot of them til January when the water temps starts to cool off. Stuck my foot in a pot of hot water as soon as i got home ... a cold cerveza and a small toke did the trick. Should be ready to go for tomorrow!
 
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