Definition

paddleface – n. ridiculous expression worn by surfers in pursuit of waves.

 

     Paddleface almost always foreshadows failure, accompanied by flailing arms and more pathetically, fluttering feet, as the hapless surfer falls further behind a breaking wave. However, a truly fierce face might win a trip over the falls.

     Like life, paddleface originated in the ocean, but can be witnessed anywhere on earth.  Inlanders will recognize it in the f***face of a loved one, digging for more during an unplanned, afternoon session.  Those less carnally inclined could imagine a house dog’s fruitless, squirrel hunt.

     Trying too hard is the #1 cause of paddleface.  This blog celebrates our instinctive desire to reach beyond individual limitations, and provide unintentional comedy to friends and strangers.  My own surf experiment, sad, delusional, and humbling, will provide much of the early content.  That said, I consider it my calling to expose paddleface wherever it can be found.

     Started surfing at 33, now 39. Although I’m verifiably not a barrel virgin, I am and always will be, a kook.