I have just watched G Mans vid for the second time and am trying to imagine what i would do with the paddle when wiping out like that.

Is it best to just hold it where it is and try to penetrate the water as per normal?

Or can you change your hold on the paddle - perhaps to the handle end so the wave goes over it easier and it does not drag you further in ?

Maybe in heavy situations it would get ripped out of your hands completely ?

..... at least you can still paddle a sup laying down.

Yes - i think i need a wave paddle stategy !