0_Apprentice
I've been thinking about learning how to surf. Do you surf? How worried should I really be about rip currents or undertows?
1_Wizard
Surfing is so much fun! If you're worried about those things, you could always try surfing in a lake or river!
0_Apprentice
Wait, really? I had no idea that was even possible. Would I still be able to say hang loose and other cool surfer dude terms?
1_Wizard
Haha! Of course! You have to! People who surf in lakes and rivers often utilize the wake caused by boats or artificial wave pools.
0_Apprentice
Oh yeaahhh I could do one of those indoor wave pools actually, that's a good point! No currents to take me away and drown me...
1_Wizard
Exactly! While you're learning, you may want to start by lying on the board to get the feel of it. Then try kneeling before you stand. That might help!
0_Apprentice
I would definitely look silly out there at first, I know that. Can I customize my surfboard to look any way I want?
1_Wizard
Yes, you can! You can even add extra fins to the bottom of the board to improve directional stability!
0_Apprentice
Haha, is there a fin to keep me from falling off the thing? I think that might be more relevant for me at first.