Ouch...and the surf was non-existent this weekend.
Next time, study the sets, give it a good 5 minutes or so and watch the pattern that develops, you will see your windows. Then, charge it and do not hesitate, hesitation leads to devastation as what was once so eloquently phrased. Only time I got in trouble was trying to get out in a hurry, only to get mocked and made fun of by some punk kid...
Watch and wait and you will find your course...
Try going out when Cbad has some surf, time it right and ya get a free ride in...
