General
set wave
What does set wave mean?
An individual wave belonging to a set, generally larger and better-formed than the smaller waves in between.
"He waited twenty minutes and grabbed the best set wave of the hour."
Origin
Surf term for a wave that is part of a 'set'.
Frequently asked questions
What is a set wave?
It is one of the larger, better-formed waves that arrive together in a set, as opposed to the smaller waves in between.
Why do surfers wait for set waves?
Set waves are usually the biggest and cleanest, offering the best ride of any given period in the water.
What is a 'set' in surfing?
A set is a group of waves that arrive together, typically bigger than the lulls between them.
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