General
grommet-set
What does grommet-set mean?
Informal term for the smaller, inside waves that young grommets ride while the bigger sets go to the crowd out the back.
"The little guys were having a blast on the grommet-set on the inside."
Origin
Surf slang extension of 'grommet' to the small inside waves they get.
Frequently asked questions
What is the grommet-set?
It is the smaller inside waves that young grommets ride while the bigger sets go to the crowd sitting out the back.
What is a grommet in surfing?
A grommet, or grom, is a young beginner surfer, usually a kid learning the sport.
Why do groms ride the inside?
The smaller inside waves are safer and less contested, so younger surfers get their own supply while adults take the bigger sets.
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