You've only gotta see todays Wave of the Day to know Josiah Schmucker doesn't mind having a dig. Whether powered by machine or under his own steam he's very comfortable when the waves are coming out of the sky. But the fella they call Jap does have a softer side and it's on show in these photos, throwing quick weight transitions in smaller surf to stay in and around the barrel. 

Spare a thought for the water photographer, Josh Taylor. If you know where then you'll know why.