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Days like the one you had stick in your ribs awhile. I've had some intense
swim-ins at Davenport and Scotts on a big day. Scott Creek I think can be
the worse with a natural rip inducing curve in the coast down from the point.
Its referred to as the toilet bowl.
I think its a good idea to try to catch the waves and use their inertia to
push you in as much as possible. If they are jacking up and pitching in the
spot where you are, though, forget that and dive.
Its sure a good feeling when you finally put your feet down and touch bottom.
TD
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