Surf etiquette and avoiding reef injuries in Hiriketiya
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Hiriketiya point is highly localized. The etiquette is: sit on the shoulder, wait your turn, and NEVER drop in on a local instructor. If they call you into a wave, take it. The reef is very shallow, especially on the inside section. If you wipe out, fall flat like a starfish. Do not put your feet down violently or you will stomp on sea urchins or slice your feet on the live coral.
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Dr. Nimal.•9850 rep•113
Wear reef booties. It might look kooky, but it saves your holiday.
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Noah D.•8830 rep•213
Got it. Respect the locals, fall flat, watch for foamies.
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Emma L.•12345 rep•21
Also, watch out for the beginners pushing 9-foot foam boards from the inside. They often lose control of their boards.
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