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Long Haired Surfing; Pro's,
Con's, Myths
The
long hair of a surfer is a major
attraction to the opposite sex.
Male or Female, long hair is
always noticed. The bleaching
effects of the sun and salt
are especially beautiful on
long hair.
Personally, I surf better with
long hair. When I take off on
a wave and a section of hair
falls over my eyes I do this
manuever of hair adjustment
while trying to maintain trim.
Sorf of like walking and chewing
gum at the same time. I know
it makes me look cool. Another
manuever that makes one look
cool is the adjustment of baggies
or suit while trying to maintain
trim. But back to the hair subject.
One day I plan on saving a lot
of money by using my hair as
a leash. I figure it will really
enhance the skill of never loosing
contact with the board.
On the negitive side of long
haired surfing, there is nothing
more embaressing than placing
a hand on the hair upon take
off. One is immmediately yanked
back down on the board and rides
the perfect wall on his/her
belly. Although this manuever
is good for a laugh or two.
Secondly, there is nothing more uncomfortable
than recovering from a knarly
wipe out to find the first breath
of air - rather- hair plastered
to the face. This requires frantic
atempts of quick removal. This
occasional happenstance has
led me to believe that it is
most appropriate to tie the
long hair back, especially on
more challanging days.
And finally,long hair tends
to become very abused. Dry hair
and split ends are a common
problem. The long haired surfer
tends to purchase mass quantities
of conditioner and must dowse
the hair with it. This treatment
will protect the hair from the
salt water and leave a nice
aroma in the line-up.
THe EnD
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