Quote:Years ago at the poles(local surf spot) there was a decent break going and Deegan shows up, paddles out and immediately japs a wave and drops on a dude. Now understand that Deegan is a kook and should be showing some respect in this environment. Dude paddles over to Deegan and female dog slaps him in the surf. Deegan went in and did not say or do anything. It was quite funny. Ever since then I have laughed basically every time I have seen him.

Funny story.  I've seen Deegan in the water a couple of times and I've never seen him drop in on anyone, but maybe this was after he was regulated. There are a couple of area breaks(norte) that Deegan may not be welcome.

 

The term "jap a wave" is incorrect.  The proper usage would be "Deegan japed a guy". Meaning that Deegan or any surfer dropped into a wave in front of a surfer that was already up and riding or in position to stand and ride the wave.

The term "japed" or "japed off" is not used much anymore. Mostly you must say "that a hole dropped in on me" or "Deegan dropped in on a guy"

 

Lastly, the surfer already up and riding and/or closest to the curl or breaking part of the wave has the right of way.

 

 

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