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switchfoot
What does switchfoot mean?
A surfer who can ride with equal ability in both regular and goofy stances, switching feet as needed.
"Being a natural switchfoot, he rides backhand as well as most do frontside."
Origin
Surf term for a rider who can 'switch' their stance.
Frequently asked questions
What is a switchfoot surfer?
One who can ride equally well in both regular and goofy stances, switching which foot is forward as needed.
Is switchfoot the same as switch in skating?
It's related. In surfing it describes someone comfortable in either stance; skaters use 'switch' for riding in their non-dominant stance, which is a similar idea.
Why is being switchfoot useful?
It lets a rider handle both left and right breaking waves frontside and take on tricks or lines that would otherwise be awkward backhand.
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