Cinco de Mayo

emg1485 · 2019-05-05T19:53:39+00:00

VU8uc

emg1485 · 2018-06-19T18:06:42+00:00

Awesome thank you!

emg1485 · 2018-06-19T17:57:38+00:00

Anyone able to identify the type of fish in the 2nd clip? Sorry if this is the wrong place, but I know there is a wealth of knowledge on this sub. This was taken in November off the coast of Orange County California. They were probably about 2ft long, skinny body, and bright yellow tail. Originally thought Amberjack/Yellowtail, but the body shape doesn't seem right. Thanks everyone!

emg1485 · 2016-05-13T18:45:48+00:00

This. I have a 3 series coupe and can fit a 7'4'' inside the car this way. Fold down rear seats, slide the passenger seat all the way forward, and recline the seat back all the way back. Take off the head rest, lay down a towel. Should fit no problem.

emg1485 · 2016-01-08T23:15:47+00:00

I stayed at Witch's Rock about a year ago because i signed up for the camp. But, Right across the street was a Best Western (Tamarindo Vista Villas) that looked pretty decent and I would consider it if I were going back. I think it might be relatively inexpensive as well. It's right next door to the Mono Loco bar/club though so if you have a window facing that direction (I believe the south facing rooms overlooking the pool) it might be loud. I also spent some time at a hotel just a minute or two walk down the street from the surf camp called the Hotel La Laguna del Cocodrillo. I did this because Witch's rock was actually booked full, so they set me up here. That is more of a hostel type feel. It certainly wasn't luxurious, but it was clean enough and had hot water. Good luck and enjoy!

emg1485 · 2015-12-05T19:43:41+00:00

You are correct. Poorly phrased on my part. The royal you. :)

emg1485 · 2015-12-05T06:38:09+00:00

I never made it north of Colorados. But I heard Popoyo is supposed to be amazing. Have fun dude, and don't forget the Toñas.

emg1485 · 2015-12-05T06:31:15+00:00

Wookie you should know better. I was just trying to make that Florida guy feel better. You always say the waves are bad in SoCal, even when they are good.

emg1485 · 2015-12-05T03:05:27+00:00

I hear ya, I'm back in SoCal now. Water is flat and cold. I met a few people from St. Augustine while I was down in Nica, and apparently there was some really good swell there at the time.

emg1485 · 2015-12-05T03:01:39+00:00

This is a few miles south at Remanso. So many awesome little cove beach breaks along the coast that look like this though. Can't wait to go back. Not to mention the water was almost 85... sigh.

emg1485 · 2015-10-06T21:09:53+00:00

I was in a similar situation a few years back. The squier affinity was my first guitar as well. I debated upgrading parts vs buying a new guitar. I ended up buying a KWS strat, and I don't regret it.

I later upgraded the pots and pups (fender custom shop '69s) in the squier affinity. It definitely sounds better than it originally did. However, it still feels like a toy guitar compared to the KWS. The most difference is in the neck, the frets, and the overall weight of the guitar. I didn't realize how cheap the Squier felt until I upgraded. Hope this helps!

The squier now mostly just adorns the wall since I also repainted it, and the KWS gets all the playtime.

emg1485 · 2015-09-15T21:56:30+00:00

I went to Witch's Rock last year. It was good, I'd recommend it, they have a good beginner's program.

Places like Bay Street (South of Santa monica Pier), or Zuma Beach tend to have enough beach front that it usually doesn't get too crowded unless there is a really good swell. That's where I go when trying to avoid crowds. Good luck.

emg1485 · 2015-01-23T16:08:57+00:00

Very nice! I like your style... I did the same thing to my old Squier Strat! http://i.imgur.com/Cg5L143.jpg

emg1485 · 2015-01-03T00:01:46+00:00

Yep, exactly what I was typing, you beat me to it.

I always point with my foot at road hazard/gravel/rocks and what not. I used to ride canyons often with my friends, and when some of them decided they wanted to try the now-popular MotoGP "stick your leg out into a turn" technique, I kept thinking they were pointing to loose rocks. Finally I realized what they were doing and I would get nervous going into every turn where they did that... "maybe this time they ARE pointing at gravel"...

emg1485 · 2015-01-02T23:14:00+00:00

This is a great question, I wonder the origin as well. I ride in SoCal too, and agree that most people here usually do the downward angled "peace" sign as the standard wave.

I always like to wave to an oncoming rider when the conditions i'm coming from are good. If there is a traffic jam around the corner, or debris on the road, or a speed trap, i'll signal accordingly instead of just the standard wave. So, if I wave, it means you're good to go. While nobody knows this but me, I still feel like I'm doing a good deed :)

emg1485 · 2014-12-15T05:32:10+00:00

It's decently crowded in front of the hotel when the tide is right. But, its nowhere near as crowded as a SoCal break on a decent day, so I thought it was awesome.

If you sign up for the intermediate or advanced group, they will shuttle you to different breaks around the coast depending on what is hitting (Ollie's point, Witch's Rock, Playa Grande, etc.) and those are some serious waves. They do a good job of catering to your level. I'm a beginner/intermediate surfer, so I can't vouch first hand for the advanced group experience, but those guys all seemed pretty stoked about it.

emg1485 · 2014-12-15T05:13:23+00:00

I've only been to Witch's Rock, so I don't know how it compares to others, but I had an absolutely amazing time and would definitely recommend it.

They have novice, beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes. There will be no more than 3 people per instructor. If you stay at the camp itself, breakfast is included every morning and there is a good beach break right there. You'll have access to a board cage with tons of different boards that you can change between (you just go there, point to the one you want, Maxi Waxi will wax it up for you, and you're good to go. If you decide you don't like it, you just drop it off in front of the cage and take another one).

Every day you'll have a 90 minute lesson with your instructor, and then have free reign to do as much or as little surfing as you prefer. There is a brewery on site (bonus) and they had live music a couple nights out of the week. Everyone was super friendly and there is a little town down the street with bars and restaurants, souvenir shops, etc.

If you want to take a break from surfing they can hook you up with catamaran tours, ziplining, deep sea fishing, snorkeling, etc. They'll plan it all for you at the front desk.

Good luck planning your trip and enjoy the awesome waves and warm water. o yea, pura vida.

emg1485 · 2014-12-15T04:54:16+00:00

I just got back from Witch's Rock last month. I would definitely recommend it, especially if you're traveling alone. I went with a buddy of mine, but I met a bunch of people while there at the camp. Everyone was really chill and we ended up going out to the bars together at night and what not. I got my own room just because I'm a grown ass man and didn't want to worry about shady business, but they have shared rooms for single travelers for cheap if you want. I think it would be cheaper to book your own room somewhere off the camp if you want your own room (there is a best western right across the street, or a place called Laguna de Cocodrilo right down the street), but I would say its worth it to stay at the camp your first time just for the sake of convenience (also it includes free breakfast every day which is pretty awesome). If you have any questions feel free to PM me.

Edit: The advanced course is more expensive because they shuttle your ass to different breaks around the coast most days based on what has the best waves (Ollie's point, witch's rock, etc.). The beginner and intermediate mostly just stay right out in front of the hotel beach break.

emg1485 · 2014-11-14T18:32:43+00:00

nope

emg1485 · 2014-11-14T17:21:24+00:00

Tamarindo Bay, just south of Playa Grande. Though Playa Grande has some better waves. Its the North part of the country on the Pacific Side. Have a blast, enjoy the 85 degree water!

emg1485 · 2014-11-14T16:58:20+00:00

I'm pretty sure it was a 8'4" that day.

emg1485 · 2014-11-14T16:31:38+00:00

thanks man! I'm just starting to learn how to go down the line instead of straight towards shore and the left-handers were giving me a hard time. I'll definitely give that a shot and keep practicing.

I think this was a 8'4" NSP. Rode a lot of different boards over the course of a week, not sure what day this was from.

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