Shaka
The classic surf hand sign, thumb and pinky out, other fingers curled. Means hi, thanks, all good, and nice wave, all at once. Use sparingly.
How to use it
"She threw a shaka at the guy who let her have the wave."
Related surf words
- Snap
A sharp, quick turn off the top of the wave. Flashier and more aggressive than a cutback.
- Rocker
The curve of the board from nose to tail. More rocker turns tighter but paddles slower; flatter is faster and floatier.
- Gun
A long, narrow board built for big, fast waves. If you need to ask what it's for, you don't need one yet.
- Quad
A four-fin setup, faster in a straight line, looser feeling. A matter of taste.
- Cakj
Honestly, 'cakj' looks like what happens when you try texting with wet, salty thumbs after a long session! I'm playfully guessing you meant a deep 'carve', or maybe it's just the sound of a board slapping the water. 🐢
Now that you speak surf