General
dropping in
What does dropping in mean?
Taking off on a wave that another surfer is already riding and has priority on. It is the most notorious breach of surf etiquette.
"He kept dropping in on the locals and nearly got into a fight."
Origin
Surf etiquette term; 'dropping in' front of the rightful rider.
Frequently asked questions
What does dropping in mean in surfing?
It means taking off on a wave that another surfer is already riding and has priority on, cutting them off.
Why is dropping in bad?
It's the most notorious breach of surf etiquette; it can ruin the other person's wave, cause collisions and start fights in the water.
Who has priority on a wave?
Generally the surfer closest to the peak or already up and riding has right of way; dropping in front of them is the offence.
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