late takeoff
Beginning the takeoff at the last possible moment. The late takeoff is often preceded by a rushed paddle up the wave face and a quick frog-kicking spin toward shore as the lip begins to pitch out. The later the takeoff, the greater the chances of wiping out....
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Cheyne Horan, late takeoff at Sunset, 1986. Photo: Jeff DivineSubscribe to view
Late takeoff, 1972Subscribe to view
Wayne Bartholomew, late takeoff at Pipeline. Photo: Jon FosterSubscribe to view
Michael Barry, Sunset, 1993. Photo: Art BrewerSubscribe to view
Cheyne Horan, late takeoff at Sunset, 1986. Photo: Jeff Divine
Late takeoff, 1972
Wayne Bartholomew, late takeoff at Pipeline. Photo: Jon Foster
Michael Barry, Sunset, 1993. Photo: Art Brewer