Guiones Surf Photo of the Week

Derided originally by those who favored the more common (and arguably more elegant) approach of the time to the backside barrel known as the “layback”, the highly functional lean forward technique pioneered by the Aussies in the 80’s known as the “Pig-Dog” was a revolutionary development, along with Simon Anderson’s Thruster.  Now mostly called a “backside rail grab” while rider flirts with tube, it has become ubiquitous.  Positioning and wave knowledge intersect with ability and technique.

photo provided by Surfing Nosara

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