Brought to you each Friday evening by local surf businesses throughout
Costa
Rica. See http://www.crsurf.com/links.html for pics., forecast links,
and tide
charts.
Next Circuito Nacional del Surf contest in Quepos - Feb. 23-24. Look at
www.surfcostarica.org for more information and rankings.
Costa Rica SURFRIDER chapter wants data and links to environmental
websites to
put on their own - www.surfridercostarica.org . Send them to
info@crsurf.com
Send me a note if you are interested in working on a Costa Rican
chapter of the
Surfrider Foundation - Protecting the World's Oceans, Waves, and
Beaches.
TIDES *for Friday - add 50 min. each day after
High Tide - 8.51 ft at 4:50 AM
Low Tide - .13 ft at 10:54 AM
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - This weekend waves from the WSW will be in the head high to 2
foot
overhead range with a 14 second period until Sunday, when it drops
quickly back
to chest high+ by nightfall. Monday looks small, but expect the next SW
swell
to show up Tuesday afternoon, increasing the size back up to head high.
Signs
look good for a strong SW to fill in the later part of the week and the
weekend. Dawn patrols sound like the call for all beachbreaks.
Caribbean - Surf is expected to slowly drop from overhead to about
headhigh by
Saturday, chest high by Sunday, and waist to chest Monday morning. The
next
swell is expected to show up Tuesday afternoon, and by Wed. condition
will be
in the chest to head range with a short period. Swell will build for
the next
weekend to overhead.
SPONSORS by Area
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0458) in Playa Grande
surfegg@cool.co.cr
Robert August Surf Shop (653-0114) in Tamarindo
surfnbat@tamarindovistavillas.com
Witches Rock Surf Camp (670-1138) in Tamarindo and Playas del Coco
witchsrock@hotmail.com
Pura Vida Surf Camp and Tours (653-0835) in Playa Grande
costax@sol.racsa.co.cr
Tropico Latino Lodge (640-0062) in Santa Teresa
troplat@sol.racsa.co.cr
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@cafedeparis.net
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chuck@sol.racsa.co.cr
Fuego del Sol Hotel (in Playa Hermosa) solsurf@sol.racsa.co.cr
Adventure Education Center (787-0023) in Dominical
*tell em crsurf sent ya (aecdominical@sol.racsa.co.cr)
Jim Lynsky at Dos Hermanos/Roca Verde (787-0136) in Dominical
http://www.dhrrealty.com or james@dhrrealty.com
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com or info@cabinascasaverde.com
(new sponsor) Gold Coast Realty (654-4919) in Playa Flamingo
http://www.realestatecr.com or demyen@racsa.co.cr
Century 21 Realty (653-0300 / FAX: 653-0600) in Tamarindo
http://www.century21tamarindo.com or realestate@century21tamarindo.com
Hotel Diuwak (787-0087 fax 787-0089) in Dominical
www.diuwak.com or diuwak@sol.racsa.co.cr
Vida Verde Property Sales and Management (787-0116) in Dominical
email: vidaverde@dominicalhomes.com
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
** From Carrie at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
One word: Amazing! Two more words: Overhead barrels! One last word:
Offshore!!
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
Let's hope the swell sticks around and the offshores continue to blow
all day!
We'll be looking at doublesessions at Grande with high tide hitting in
the
morning and the evening.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
All up and down the beach at Grande, especially at the main peak and
just
south!
** From Diana at Robert August Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
We've had a lot of variety in Tamarindo in the last week! It started
out very
small throughout the weekend with winds that strangely shifted on shore
in the
afternoons. A swell rolled in here Monday afternoon that gave us
beautiful
waves head high and over at the rivermouth but did a pretty good
close-out
number on the beach break beside. The "Swiss Pipe" has been breaking at
3 or 4
feet. Hemos tenido mucha variedad esta semana en Tamarindo! Empezo con
olas
pequenas para el fin de semana y vientos raros que cambiaban on shore
en las
tardes. Un swell llego aqui el lunes por la tarde, haciendo olas lindas
de a la
cabeza y mas en la boca del rio pero cierro el beach break al lado. El
"Swiss
Pipe" ha estado quebrando a 3 o 4 pies.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
The swell seems to be diminishing and I don't know that we're expecting
anything big. It will be a great time for a morning/evening double
session no
matter what. El swell parece estar bajando y no creo que hay nada nuevo
por
llegar. Sera perfecto para los sessiones dobles de manana/tarde, pase
lo que
pase.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
Depending on the swell direction, the rivermouth may still be good.
Capitan
Suizo will probably quit when the swell dies down, but the other
direction,
across the estuary on the way to Grande I've spied some nice peaks.
Depende de
la direccion del swell, la boca del rio sequira. Capitan Suizo ya no
trabajara
cuando pase el swell, pero en la otra direccion, cruzando el estero en
camino a
Playa Grande he notado unos buenos puntos.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS - Noticias y dias especiales:
Happy ninth birthday to Hotel Pasatiempo! Gran fiesta con Los
Leatherbacks!!!
el sabado.
** From Steve at Tropico Latino Lodge in Santa Teresa (Mal Pais) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS:
Consistent swell at last this week with bigger sets well overhead and
barrels
at Sta Teresa. Swell has started to swing round and now has more W. Not
much
offshore later in the morning so it's been best early.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND:
More of the same - with the possibility of some bigger waves
BEST PLACE TO SURF IN YOUR AREA:
Beachbreaks should all be working well if swell continues to come out
of the W.
** From Joe at Witches Rock Surf Camp out of Playa del Coco and
Tamarindo:
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS -
These last few days have been PUMPING- NYC ex-pro Billy Tynan showed up
to surf
4 days of epic Ollie's/Witch's with the WRSC crew- every day from
Saturday
through Tuesday was better and better- exceeding 2-3 feet overhead,
barrels-
the whole 9-yards.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) -
Uhhhh- am I like the only one whos watching this giant South pull
together of
S.America or what? This weekend will see fun chest-shoulder high surf
at both
Witchs and Ollies- as mid-week next week comes around we will in for a
sick
south swell- at least head-high to double overhead- should be firing at
Ollie's.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA -
Ollie's Point on the low tide, Witch's on the high.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS -
Mike Mcnulty's 65th birthday party Sunday Feb 24th 7-8pm at WRSC
Tamarindo
restaurant. Everyone is welcome- there will be beer.
** From John at Pura Vida Surf Camp in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Waves have been overhead and fun all week.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
Waves look to hold strong with a slight increase by Friday.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
All spots will be firing! Just check with Pura Vida for tide and swell
angle
direction. 653-0835
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS - Noticias y dias especiales:
Pura Vida tours has a 5 person beach house for rent for the Billabong
Pro in
Grande and for Easter week. All a/c with full kitchen right next to
Rancho
Diablo only 100 yards from the beach! Contact John by email:
costax@racsa.co.cr
or @ 653-0835.
** From Gregory at Hotel Cafe de Paris in Nosara -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
YESTERDAY THE WAVES WAS GREAT UNTIL 4 O'CLOCK ,OVERHEAD AND MORE. WHEN
THE
OFFSHORE LEFT,THE WAVES BIGAN TO BE SMALLER AND FLAT.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
SAME CONDITIONS ,REALLY GOOD IN OFFSHORE AND THE TIDE IS ALMOST AT THE
BEST TO
SURF IN THE MORNING AND THE AFTERNOON
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
PLAYA GUIONES
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS - Noticias y dias especiales:
AT CAFE DE PARIS FRIDAY NIGHT 7PM. GREEN ROOM OUTDOOR CINEMA PRESENTS-
"SWORDFISH" WITH JOHN TRAVOLTA HUGH JACKMAN HALLE BERRY
JACO & HERMOSA
** From Chuck at Chosita del Surf in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Jaco surf conditions Thurs. P.M. were 2-3ft faces with a bit bigger set
, had
wind on it too ! Hoy Jueves p.m. fue de 2-3 pies de cara con sets un
poquito
mas grande , no fue muy bueno por el viento !
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
Esta fin de semana pienso que vamos a tener olas bonitas hasta un
temano y
marea muy agradable por Jaco! This weekend should be fun even if small
with a
real nice tide and weather !
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
Tulin was still overhead sets today so ? Tulin todovia estaba un
poquito
overhead hoy !
** From Tommy at Fuego del Sol in Playa Hermosa -
The waves are smaller today, but still chest high in Playa Hermosa.
Around
Tulin and Bejuco is bigger (head high). Low tide is around 11:00AM, so
the
earlier the better. Esterillos is also fun for the higher tide around
dawn. The
surf camp crew has been enjoying a pumping northwest swell the last few
days.
We should be seeing a new swell by the end of the weekend. Dennis
Christopher
and Tobit McLean, are doing their Endless Summer Surf Clinics, so, call
Tobit
for details and info 506 643 2078 or e-mail him at
brisadelmar@ranchocoral.com.
Pick up useful techniques, the latest equipment, boards and critique
yourself
on video and improve your surfing. Enjoy our Live "How's the Surf,
Really?"
Surf and Costa Rica Live Info Chat Talk to a Real Surfer here on the
Beach (Our
Office is literally a Stones throw from our Surf Break We can tell you
current
conditions and crowds by looking out the window). Real info provided by
Real
People, Here, not, there. First in info, first in the water, that's
what
happens when you wake up on the beach everybody else drives to. We are
Rancho
Coral, Catering to Surfer's Needs http://ranchocoral.com.or
http://fuegodelsol.com
Peace To All, Gracias, Thanks, Domo Arrigato, Shalom, Aloha, Mahalo Nui
Loa,
Banzai, Peace and......PURA VIDA!!!!
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
see the national report above
DOMINICAL & SOUTHERN PACIFIC
** From Greg at the Adventure Education Center in Dominical-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Surfed from 7 to 8 a.m. with offshores, waves from chest high to 1-2
foot
overhead on the sets. Fast, barreling, lots of closeouts. Last night
was great
for the high tide session, same size but with good form.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
By Sunday the size should start to drop, but high tide at around 6-7
a.m. will
make for some great 2 session surfs.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
Dawwwwn patrol or late afternoon in front of the lifeguard stands.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Sign up with A.E.C. for spanish classes (and mention CRSURF) in
February and
get a free week of board rentals. Visit www.adventurespanishschool.com
or email
CRSURF for details.
CARIBBEAN
see the national report above
Friday, February 15, 2002
Friday, February 8, 2002
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report for February 8th , 2002
Brought to you each Friday evening by local surf businesses throughout
Costa
Rica. See http://www.crsurf.com/links.html for pics., forecast links,
and tide
charts.
Next Circuito Nacional del Surf contest in Quepos - Feb. 23-24. Look at
www.surfcostarica.org for more information and rankings.
Costa Rica SURFRIDER chapter wants data and links to environmental
websites to
put on their own - www.surfridercostarica.org . Send them to
info@crsurf.com
Send me a note if you are interested in working on a Costa Rican
chapter of the
Surfrider Foundation - Protecting the World's Oceans, Waves, and
Beaches.
TIDES *for Friday - add 50 min. each day after
High Tide - 9.83 ft at 5:11 AM
Low Tide - (-1.09) ft at 11:19 AM
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - This weekend, surf will be in the chest to head high range,
with a
few big sets rolling through, announcing swells arriving from the NW
and SW.
Those swell show with the incoming tide Monday morning, when surf grows
to a
foot overhead with a 13-14 second period. Tuesday and Wednesday expect
surf to
increase to 2+ overhead with a shorter 11 second period and lots of set
waves.
This should last into the weekend, but diminish back to head high by
next
Sunday. Dawn patrol at Negra sounds like a good plan.
Caribbean - Waves will be chest to head high for Saturday, with a short
8
second period. A new swell from the ENE files in head high + surf for
Sunday
afternoon and will stay in that range until next Tuesday. Lots of
showers
expected throughout the day.
SPONSORS by Area
1) Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0458) in Playa Grande
surfegg@cool.co.cr
2) Robert August Surf Shop (653-0114) in Tamarindo
surfnbat@tamarindovistavillas.com
3) (new) Witches Rock Surf Camp (670-1138) in Tamarindo and Playas del
Coco
witchsrock@hotmail.com
4) Pura Vida Surf Camp and Tours (653-0835) in Playa Grande
costax@sol.racsa.co.cr
Tropico Latino Lodge (640-0062) in Santa Teresa
troplat@sol.racsa.co.cr
5) Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@cafedeparis.net
6) Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chuck@sol.racsa.co.cr
7) Fuego del Sol Hotel (in Playa Hermosa) solsurf@sol.racsa.co.cr
8) Adventure Education Center (787-0023) in Dominical
*tell em crsurf sent ya (aecdominical@sol.racsa.co.cr)
Jim Lynsky at Dos Hermanos/Roca Verde (787-0136) in Dominical
http://www.dhrrealty.com or james@dhrrealty.com
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com or info@cabinascasaverde.com
(new sponsor) Gold Coast Realty (654-4919) in Playa Flamingo
http://www.realestatecr.com or demyen@racsa.co.cr
Century 21 Realty (653-0300 / FAX: 653-0600) in Tamarindo
http://www.century21tamarindo.com or realestate@century21tamarindo.com
Hotel Diuwak (787-0087 fax 787-0089) in Dominical
www.diuwak.com or diuwak@sol.racsa.co.cr
Vida Verde Property Sales and Management (787-0116) in Dominical
email: vidaverde@dominicalhomes.com
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
1) From Carrie at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
We had chest to head high waves today with bigger sets coming through
just
south of the main peak at Grande, where, unfortunately the crowd was
particularly diligent. The wind has been offshore all morning the last
two
days, with a switch to north or onshore by noon or one o'clock, ruining
the
surf.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
Let's hope the wind doesn't continue it's latest trend of switching to
onshore
by noon, since high tide is around noon tomorrow and we're not complete
without
that outgoing tide session!
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
The main peak at Grande or just to the south of the main peak.
2) From Diana at Robert August Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
The south west swell was small here, about waist high at the beach
between the
lifeguard tower and the river mouth. A few nice waves rolled in at the
river
today at high tide, but lacking much push, they were very short rides.
Langosta
doesn't really do much on a south swell but the walk to Grande showed
some nice
little peaks. The wind has been hard and off shore except this
afternoon it
seems to have switched. El swell sur oeste fue pequeno aqui, a la
cintura en la
playa entre el torre de salvavidas y la boca del rio. Llegaron unas
olas
bonitas al rio hoy pero faltando fuerza, daban rides muy cortos.
Langosta no
hace nada con un swell del sur pero la caminata a Playa Grande muestra
unas
olas buenas.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
A lot of sun, a lot of wind and hopefully a few more waves in the next
several
days. Mucho sol, mucho viento y esperemos mas olas en estos dias que
vienen.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
Probably more of the same: the beach north of the lifeguard tower, the
rivermouth and spots along the way to Grande are what's good when waves
come
from the south. Probablemente mas de lo mismo: la playa al norte del
torre de
salvavidas, la boca del rio y puntos por la caminata a Playa Grande son
los que
sirven cuando las
olas vienen del sur.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Tomorrow night at The Childrens' Park--Guanacaste String Festival. It's
a big
rock concert with all the bands in town, ending, rumor has it, with The
Leatherbacks. Manana por la noche en El Parque De Los Ninos--Guanacaste
String
Festival. Es un concierto grande con todos los bandas de rock en el
pueblo a
terminar, se dicen, con Los Leatherbacks.
3) From Joe at Witches Rock Surf Camp out of Playa del Coco and
Tamarindo:
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS -
This last week we saw consistent shoulder-head high surf at Ollie's,
which has
been better all week with the predominant south swells. Yesterday (Fri
2-08)
saw an increase in the afternoon to head-high surf, with good offshore
winds
that weren't TOO hard.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) -
The surf is now officially up. Today (Friday) is head-high with
overhead sets
at Ollie's, head-high at the Rock. We should see more waves Saturday, a
slight
drop Sunday (but still really fun)
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA -
Ollie's- on the south swell, is all-time right now. Get on it.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS-
WRSC will be launching its own online surf shop later this month. Look
for
inexpensive surf supplies, leashes, rashguards, boardbags, ect. All
cheaper
than in the stores, EVEN AFTER SHIPPING. Also included will be WRSC
apparel,
shirts, hats, ect.
4) From Gregory at Hotel Cafe de Paris in Nosara -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
From three days the waves are small to inexistant here in Nosara.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
It can't be worse.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Every friday night at 7 pm at the Hotel Cafe de Paris GREEN ROOM
OUTDOOR CINEMA
FRIDAY NIGHT FILM
5) From John at Pura Vida Surf Camp in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Waves have been small and fun all week. Nothing over chest high though!
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
A head high pulse will hit the area and good conditions will prevail.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
All south facing break will have fun surf!
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Pura Vida Tours announces the opening of Pura Vida Reality for the Gold
Coast
Area! We have over 500 listings for the entire Nicola Peninsula! We are
based
in Playa Grande where some great prices and opportunities abound!
Contact for
information or an appointment to see what's available for you!
JACO & HERMOSA
6) From Chuck at Chosita del Surf in Jaco -
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Bueno nada especial pero para la proxima fin de semana hay el ultimo
torneo de
serie 2001 en Terraza del pacifico ! Los premios son tablas de CARTON y
boogies
de ELEMONPHEE ! Patrocinado por La Chosita Del Surf , Carton surfboards
y
Terraza del Pacifico ! Estamos tratando a ver que puedamos ahacer para
el ano
2002 si tiene interes a ayudar el ano que viene me llama, por fava !
Chuck
643-1308 ! Gracias !
The last contest of 7 of Series 2001 GRAND FINAL ! Big prizes donated
by La
Chosita Del Surf , Carton Surfboards and Terraza Del Pacifico! Contest
will be
held at Terrazas ! We are trying to feel out our plans for 2002 and are
looking
for anyone that can help , Judges , Organization and sponsorship too !
I have a
few new sponsors lined up from both outside and inside of C.R. but we
really
need some professional, responsible help on a local side here so call
me at
643-1308 ! Thanks Chuck !
7) From Tommy at Fuego del Sol in Playa Hermosa -
The waves are glassy, but still on the small side. Upper Hermosa is
about waist
to chest high. The earlier the better, because the tide is high around
10:00AM.
Esterillos has also been fun the last few mornings for the higher tide.
We are
looking forward to a fun size west swell for this weekend. Dennis
Christopher
and Tobit McLean, are doing their Endless Summer Surf Clinics, so, call
Tobit
for details and info 506 643 2078 or e-mail him at
brisadelmar@ranchocoral.com.
Pick up useful techniques, the latest equipment, boards and critique
yourself
on video and improve your surfing. Enjoy our Live "How's the Surf,
Really?"
Surf and Costa Rica Live Info Chat Talk to a Real Surfer here on the
Beach (Our
Office is literally a Stones throw from our Surf Break We can tell you
current
conditions and crowds by looking out the window). Real info provided by
Real
People, Here, not, there. First in info, first in the water, that's
what
happens when you wake up on the beach everybody else drives to. We are
Rancho
Coral, Catering to Surfer's Needs http://ranchocoral.com.or
http://fuegodelsol.com
Peace To All, Gracias, Thanks, Domo Arrigato, Shalom, Aloha, Mahalo Nui
Loa,
Banzai, Peace and......PURA VIDA!!!!
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
see the national report above
DOMINICAL & SOUTHERN PACIFIC
8) From Greg at the Adventure Education Center in Dominical-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Waves looked mushy and chest to head high at high tide this morning
with a 8
mph onshore wind at 11 a.m.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
This weekend expect early morning barrels at low tide with waves in the
head
high to 1 foot overhead range. Better next week, hoping for light winds
midday.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
Beach out front of Tortilla Flats for low tide hollowness.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Sign up with A.E.C. for spanish classes (and mention CRSURF) in
February and
get a free week of board rentals. Visit www.adventurespanishschool.com
for
details.
CARIBBEAN
see the national report above
Costa
Rica. See http://www.crsurf.com/links.html for pics., forecast links,
and tide
charts.
Next Circuito Nacional del Surf contest in Quepos - Feb. 23-24. Look at
www.surfcostarica.org for more information and rankings.
Costa Rica SURFRIDER chapter wants data and links to environmental
websites to
put on their own - www.surfridercostarica.org . Send them to
info@crsurf.com
Send me a note if you are interested in working on a Costa Rican
chapter of the
Surfrider Foundation - Protecting the World's Oceans, Waves, and
Beaches.
TIDES *for Friday - add 50 min. each day after
High Tide - 9.83 ft at 5:11 AM
Low Tide - (-1.09) ft at 11:19 AM
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - This weekend, surf will be in the chest to head high range,
with a
few big sets rolling through, announcing swells arriving from the NW
and SW.
Those swell show with the incoming tide Monday morning, when surf grows
to a
foot overhead with a 13-14 second period. Tuesday and Wednesday expect
surf to
increase to 2+ overhead with a shorter 11 second period and lots of set
waves.
This should last into the weekend, but diminish back to head high by
next
Sunday. Dawn patrol at Negra sounds like a good plan.
Caribbean - Waves will be chest to head high for Saturday, with a short
8
second period. A new swell from the ENE files in head high + surf for
Sunday
afternoon and will stay in that range until next Tuesday. Lots of
showers
expected throughout the day.
SPONSORS by Area
1) Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0458) in Playa Grande
surfegg@cool.co.cr
2) Robert August Surf Shop (653-0114) in Tamarindo
surfnbat@tamarindovistavillas.com
3) (new) Witches Rock Surf Camp (670-1138) in Tamarindo and Playas del
Coco
witchsrock@hotmail.com
4) Pura Vida Surf Camp and Tours (653-0835) in Playa Grande
costax@sol.racsa.co.cr
Tropico Latino Lodge (640-0062) in Santa Teresa
troplat@sol.racsa.co.cr
5) Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@cafedeparis.net
6) Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chuck@sol.racsa.co.cr
7) Fuego del Sol Hotel (in Playa Hermosa) solsurf@sol.racsa.co.cr
8) Adventure Education Center (787-0023) in Dominical
*tell em crsurf sent ya (aecdominical@sol.racsa.co.cr)
Jim Lynsky at Dos Hermanos/Roca Verde (787-0136) in Dominical
http://www.dhrrealty.com or james@dhrrealty.com
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com or info@cabinascasaverde.com
(new sponsor) Gold Coast Realty (654-4919) in Playa Flamingo
http://www.realestatecr.com or demyen@racsa.co.cr
Century 21 Realty (653-0300 / FAX: 653-0600) in Tamarindo
http://www.century21tamarindo.com or realestate@century21tamarindo.com
Hotel Diuwak (787-0087 fax 787-0089) in Dominical
www.diuwak.com or diuwak@sol.racsa.co.cr
Vida Verde Property Sales and Management (787-0116) in Dominical
email: vidaverde@dominicalhomes.com
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
1) From Carrie at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
We had chest to head high waves today with bigger sets coming through
just
south of the main peak at Grande, where, unfortunately the crowd was
particularly diligent. The wind has been offshore all morning the last
two
days, with a switch to north or onshore by noon or one o'clock, ruining
the
surf.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
Let's hope the wind doesn't continue it's latest trend of switching to
onshore
by noon, since high tide is around noon tomorrow and we're not complete
without
that outgoing tide session!
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
The main peak at Grande or just to the south of the main peak.
2) From Diana at Robert August Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
The south west swell was small here, about waist high at the beach
between the
lifeguard tower and the river mouth. A few nice waves rolled in at the
river
today at high tide, but lacking much push, they were very short rides.
Langosta
doesn't really do much on a south swell but the walk to Grande showed
some nice
little peaks. The wind has been hard and off shore except this
afternoon it
seems to have switched. El swell sur oeste fue pequeno aqui, a la
cintura en la
playa entre el torre de salvavidas y la boca del rio. Llegaron unas
olas
bonitas al rio hoy pero faltando fuerza, daban rides muy cortos.
Langosta no
hace nada con un swell del sur pero la caminata a Playa Grande muestra
unas
olas buenas.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
A lot of sun, a lot of wind and hopefully a few more waves in the next
several
days. Mucho sol, mucho viento y esperemos mas olas en estos dias que
vienen.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
Probably more of the same: the beach north of the lifeguard tower, the
rivermouth and spots along the way to Grande are what's good when waves
come
from the south. Probablemente mas de lo mismo: la playa al norte del
torre de
salvavidas, la boca del rio y puntos por la caminata a Playa Grande son
los que
sirven cuando las
olas vienen del sur.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Tomorrow night at The Childrens' Park--Guanacaste String Festival. It's
a big
rock concert with all the bands in town, ending, rumor has it, with The
Leatherbacks. Manana por la noche en El Parque De Los Ninos--Guanacaste
String
Festival. Es un concierto grande con todos los bandas de rock en el
pueblo a
terminar, se dicen, con Los Leatherbacks.
3) From Joe at Witches Rock Surf Camp out of Playa del Coco and
Tamarindo:
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS -
This last week we saw consistent shoulder-head high surf at Ollie's,
which has
been better all week with the predominant south swells. Yesterday (Fri
2-08)
saw an increase in the afternoon to head-high surf, with good offshore
winds
that weren't TOO hard.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) -
The surf is now officially up. Today (Friday) is head-high with
overhead sets
at Ollie's, head-high at the Rock. We should see more waves Saturday, a
slight
drop Sunday (but still really fun)
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA -
Ollie's- on the south swell, is all-time right now. Get on it.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS-
WRSC will be launching its own online surf shop later this month. Look
for
inexpensive surf supplies, leashes, rashguards, boardbags, ect. All
cheaper
than in the stores, EVEN AFTER SHIPPING. Also included will be WRSC
apparel,
shirts, hats, ect.
4) From Gregory at Hotel Cafe de Paris in Nosara -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
From three days the waves are small to inexistant here in Nosara.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
It can't be worse.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Every friday night at 7 pm at the Hotel Cafe de Paris GREEN ROOM
OUTDOOR CINEMA
FRIDAY NIGHT FILM
5) From John at Pura Vida Surf Camp in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Waves have been small and fun all week. Nothing over chest high though!
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
A head high pulse will hit the area and good conditions will prevail.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
All south facing break will have fun surf!
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Pura Vida Tours announces the opening of Pura Vida Reality for the Gold
Coast
Area! We have over 500 listings for the entire Nicola Peninsula! We are
based
in Playa Grande where some great prices and opportunities abound!
Contact for
information or an appointment to see what's available for you!
JACO & HERMOSA
6) From Chuck at Chosita del Surf in Jaco -
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Bueno nada especial pero para la proxima fin de semana hay el ultimo
torneo de
serie 2001 en Terraza del pacifico ! Los premios son tablas de CARTON y
boogies
de ELEMONPHEE ! Patrocinado por La Chosita Del Surf , Carton surfboards
y
Terraza del Pacifico ! Estamos tratando a ver que puedamos ahacer para
el ano
2002 si tiene interes a ayudar el ano que viene me llama, por fava !
Chuck
643-1308 ! Gracias !
The last contest of 7 of Series 2001 GRAND FINAL ! Big prizes donated
by La
Chosita Del Surf , Carton Surfboards and Terraza Del Pacifico! Contest
will be
held at Terrazas ! We are trying to feel out our plans for 2002 and are
looking
for anyone that can help , Judges , Organization and sponsorship too !
I have a
few new sponsors lined up from both outside and inside of C.R. but we
really
need some professional, responsible help on a local side here so call
me at
643-1308 ! Thanks Chuck !
7) From Tommy at Fuego del Sol in Playa Hermosa -
The waves are glassy, but still on the small side. Upper Hermosa is
about waist
to chest high. The earlier the better, because the tide is high around
10:00AM.
Esterillos has also been fun the last few mornings for the higher tide.
We are
looking forward to a fun size west swell for this weekend. Dennis
Christopher
and Tobit McLean, are doing their Endless Summer Surf Clinics, so, call
Tobit
for details and info 506 643 2078 or e-mail him at
brisadelmar@ranchocoral.com.
Pick up useful techniques, the latest equipment, boards and critique
yourself
on video and improve your surfing. Enjoy our Live "How's the Surf,
Really?"
Surf and Costa Rica Live Info Chat Talk to a Real Surfer here on the
Beach (Our
Office is literally a Stones throw from our Surf Break We can tell you
current
conditions and crowds by looking out the window). Real info provided by
Real
People, Here, not, there. First in info, first in the water, that's
what
happens when you wake up on the beach everybody else drives to. We are
Rancho
Coral, Catering to Surfer's Needs http://ranchocoral.com.or
http://fuegodelsol.com
Peace To All, Gracias, Thanks, Domo Arrigato, Shalom, Aloha, Mahalo Nui
Loa,
Banzai, Peace and......PURA VIDA!!!!
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
see the national report above
DOMINICAL & SOUTHERN PACIFIC
8) From Greg at the Adventure Education Center in Dominical-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Waves looked mushy and chest to head high at high tide this morning
with a 8
mph onshore wind at 11 a.m.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
This weekend expect early morning barrels at low tide with waves in the
head
high to 1 foot overhead range. Better next week, hoping for light winds
midday.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
Beach out front of Tortilla Flats for low tide hollowness.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Sign up with A.E.C. for spanish classes (and mention CRSURF) in
February and
get a free week of board rentals. Visit www.adventurespanishschool.com
for
details.
CARIBBEAN
see the national report above
Friday, February 1, 2002
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report for February 1st , 2002
Brought to you each Friday evening by local surf businesses throughout
Costa
Rica. See http://www.crsurf.com/links.html for pics., forecast links,
and tide
charts.
Gilbert Brown wins the contest in Puerto Viejo last weekend in 3 foot
overhead
stormy surf! Congratulations Gilbert!! Next contest in Quepos - Feb.
23-24
Costa Rica SURFRIDER chapter wants data and links to environmental
websites to
put on their own - www.surfridercostarica.org . Send them to
info@crsurf.com
Send me a note if you are interested in working on a Costa Rican
chapter of the
Surfrider Foundation - Protecting the World's Oceans, Waves, and
Beaches.
TIDES *for Friday - add 50 min. each day after
High Tide - 9.83 ft at 5:11 AM
Low Tide - (-1.09) ft at 11:19 AM
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - By Saturday, surf should be consistent in the waist to chest
range,
with an occasional head high set rolling in every 15 minutes. The swell
appears
to be coming from the SW, and should increase in size by Sunday and
into next
week, with waves in the head high range, with foot overhead peaks at
the better
southern beachbreaks. High tides in the early a.m. make it great for a
2
session day. A larger short period swell forms offshore of southern
Nicarauga
and might give the northen Nicoya some nice waves for Monday.
Caribbean - The surf was ON for last weekend's contest, and it stays in
the
headhigh + range all weekend. Then on Monday it starts fading out, with
chest
to head high surf into the midweek and then dropping to waist to chest
high +
for Thursday and Friday.
SPONSORS by Area
1) Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0458) in Playa Grande
surfegg@cool.co.cr
2) Robert August Surf Shop (653-0114) in Tamarindo
surfnbat@tamarindovistavillas.com
3) (new) Witches Rock Surf Camp (670-1138) in Tamarindo and Playas del
Coco
witchsrock@hotmail.com
Pura Vida Surf Camp and Tours (653-0835) in Playa Grande
costax@sol.racsa.co.cr
Tropico Latino Lodge (640-0062) in Santa Teresa
troplat@sol.racsa.co.cr
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@cafedeparis.net
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chuck@sol.racsa.co.cr
4) Fuego del Sol Hotel (in Playa Hermosa) solsurf@sol.racsa.co.cr
5) Adventure Education Center (787-0023) in Dominical
*tell em crsurf sent ya (aecdominical@sol.racsa.co.cr)
Jim Lynsky at Dos Hermanos/Roca Verde (787-0136) in Dominical
http://www.dhrrealty.com or james@dhrrealty.com
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com or info@cabinascasaverde.com
(new sponsor) Gold Coast Realty (654-4919) in Playa Flamingo
http://www.realestatecr.com or demyen@racsa.co.cr
Century 21 Realty (653-0360 fax 653-0361) in Tamarindo
http://www.century21tamarindo.com or realestate@century21tamarindo.com
Hotel Diuwak (787-0087 fax 787-0089) in Dominical
www.diuwak.com or diuwak@sol.racsa.co.cr
Vida Verde Property Sales and Management (787-0116) in Dominical
email: vidaverde@dominicalhomes.com
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
1) From Carrie at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Small, small, and small again, all week long! The water's been
beautiful and
the offshores have been blowing consistently, but no swell to be seen!!
Thursday afternoon and evening showed a bit of a bump in the water,
much
appreciated for wave-starved surfers.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
Let's hope there's a good swell on the way, because the tides are right
for
double sessions, and the offshore winds are blowing consistently.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
The main peak at Grande will have waves if there's anything to be
had!!!!
2) From Diana at Robert August Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
We haven't really had any waves to speak of in Tamarindo this week--a
lot of
wind, but no waves. Pico Pequeno at high tide shows only the tiniest
wash of
whitewater. No hemos tenido olas de que hablar esta semana--mucho
viento, pero
pocas olas. Pico Pequeno muestra apenas un poquito de espuma a la marea
alta.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
According to predictions we may see it pick up a little on Sunday, but
it seems
like it will be a good weekend to do a little work around the house or
dust off
the running shoes. Segun los predicciones es posible que se mejore un
poquito
el domingo pero parece que sera un buen fin de semana para hacer unos
trabajos
en casa o sacudir los tenis de correr.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
At best we'll have small rideable surf near the river in the early
mornings
while the tide is high and the wind is calm. I predict a good weekend
for road
trips south! A lo mejor, tendremos olas surfeables cerca del rio en las
mananas mientras la marea este alta y el viento calmado. Yo espero un
buen fin
de semana para viajes al sur.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
New boards in our surf shop: 7'6"Corkey Carroll fun board and 6'1"
Ratboy short
board, both in tuff-lite! Gracias, Alejandro!
3) From Joe at Witches Rock Surf Camp out of Playa del Coco and
Tamarindo:
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS -
This WEEK has been WEAK. Not much surf for a few days, waist-to-chest
high at
Ollies on the good sets, the same at Witch's Rock.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) -
Finally today (Thursday 1-31) the surf picked up to shoulder high!
Friday-Sunday should be back to solid shoulder to head high, and with
these
offshore winds we're going to get some epic surf.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA -
The new swell that will start to fill in tomorrow and saturday is
south,
meaning Ollie's will of course rule. Witch's as well, in front of the
rivermouth/estuary seeing solid shoulder-head high rights and lefts.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS-
WRSC has a large schoolbus that has been transformed into a motorhome,
and is
available for custom
group surf trips. Local and international groups can contact WRSC
through our
website, www.witchsrocksurfcamp.com or by calling our office in Costa
Rica at
011 506 670 1138.
JACO & HERMOSA
6) From Tommy at Fuego del Sol in Playa Hermosa -
The waves are glassy again this morning, but not much swell is showing
at all.
Tulin or Bejuco will be showing the biggest waves today, around waist
to chest
high. Hopefully the wind will stay off of it. High tide this afternoon
is
around 5:00PM. Since the waves are flat and the moon is full, fishing
has been
on the menu. Good Luck. Dennis Christopher and Tobit McLean, are doing
their
Endless Summer Surf Clinics, so, call Tobit for details and info 506
643 2078
or e-mail him at brisadelmar@ranchocoral.com. Pick up useful
techniques, the
latest equipment, boards and critique yourself on video and improve
your
surfing. Enjoy our Live "How's the Surf, Really?" Surf and Costa Rica
Live Info
Chat Talk to a Real Surfer here on the Beach (Our Office is literally a
Stones
throw from our Surf Break We can tell you current conditions and crowds
by
looking out the window). Real info provided by Real People, Here, not,
there.
First in info, first in the water, that's what happens when you wake up
on the
beach everybody else drives to. We are Rancho Coral, Catering to
Surfer's Needs
http://ranchocoral.com.or http://fuegodelsol.com
Peace To All, Gracias, Thanks, Domo Arrigato, Shalom, Aloha, Mahalo Nui
Loa,
Banzai, Peace and......PURA VIDA!!!!
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
see the national report above
DOMINICAL & SOUTHERN PACIFIC
5) From Greg at the Adventure Education Center in Dominical-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
It's a repeat from last week - "Surf has been as small as waist high,
but fun
with consistent sets up to head high out in front. Great weather with
little
rain, and nice early offshore winds." Perfect sunsets!!
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
Swell should fill in from the SW by Sunday, sending up some 1 foot
overhead
waves. Check it early since high tides are in the morning :)
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
Right out in between the white houses, or go find a secret spot!
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Sign up with A.E.C. for spanish classes (and mention CRSURF) in January
and get
free lunch every week. Visit www.adventurespanishschool.com for details
on the
school.
CARIBBEAN
see the national report above
Costa
Rica. See http://www.crsurf.com/links.html for pics., forecast links,
and tide
charts.
Gilbert Brown wins the contest in Puerto Viejo last weekend in 3 foot
overhead
stormy surf! Congratulations Gilbert!! Next contest in Quepos - Feb.
23-24
Costa Rica SURFRIDER chapter wants data and links to environmental
websites to
put on their own - www.surfridercostarica.org . Send them to
info@crsurf.com
Send me a note if you are interested in working on a Costa Rican
chapter of the
Surfrider Foundation - Protecting the World's Oceans, Waves, and
Beaches.
TIDES *for Friday - add 50 min. each day after
High Tide - 9.83 ft at 5:11 AM
Low Tide - (-1.09) ft at 11:19 AM
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - By Saturday, surf should be consistent in the waist to chest
range,
with an occasional head high set rolling in every 15 minutes. The swell
appears
to be coming from the SW, and should increase in size by Sunday and
into next
week, with waves in the head high range, with foot overhead peaks at
the better
southern beachbreaks. High tides in the early a.m. make it great for a
2
session day. A larger short period swell forms offshore of southern
Nicarauga
and might give the northen Nicoya some nice waves for Monday.
Caribbean - The surf was ON for last weekend's contest, and it stays in
the
headhigh + range all weekend. Then on Monday it starts fading out, with
chest
to head high surf into the midweek and then dropping to waist to chest
high +
for Thursday and Friday.
SPONSORS by Area
1) Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0458) in Playa Grande
surfegg@cool.co.cr
2) Robert August Surf Shop (653-0114) in Tamarindo
surfnbat@tamarindovistavillas.com
3) (new) Witches Rock Surf Camp (670-1138) in Tamarindo and Playas del
Coco
witchsrock@hotmail.com
Pura Vida Surf Camp and Tours (653-0835) in Playa Grande
costax@sol.racsa.co.cr
Tropico Latino Lodge (640-0062) in Santa Teresa
troplat@sol.racsa.co.cr
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@cafedeparis.net
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chuck@sol.racsa.co.cr
4) Fuego del Sol Hotel (in Playa Hermosa) solsurf@sol.racsa.co.cr
5) Adventure Education Center (787-0023) in Dominical
*tell em crsurf sent ya (aecdominical@sol.racsa.co.cr)
Jim Lynsky at Dos Hermanos/Roca Verde (787-0136) in Dominical
http://www.dhrrealty.com or james@dhrrealty.com
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com or info@cabinascasaverde.com
(new sponsor) Gold Coast Realty (654-4919) in Playa Flamingo
http://www.realestatecr.com or demyen@racsa.co.cr
Century 21 Realty (653-0360 fax 653-0361) in Tamarindo
http://www.century21tamarindo.com or realestate@century21tamarindo.com
Hotel Diuwak (787-0087 fax 787-0089) in Dominical
www.diuwak.com or diuwak@sol.racsa.co.cr
Vida Verde Property Sales and Management (787-0116) in Dominical
email: vidaverde@dominicalhomes.com
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
1) From Carrie at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Small, small, and small again, all week long! The water's been
beautiful and
the offshores have been blowing consistently, but no swell to be seen!!
Thursday afternoon and evening showed a bit of a bump in the water,
much
appreciated for wave-starved surfers.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
Let's hope there's a good swell on the way, because the tides are right
for
double sessions, and the offshore winds are blowing consistently.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
The main peak at Grande will have waves if there's anything to be
had!!!!
2) From Diana at Robert August Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
We haven't really had any waves to speak of in Tamarindo this week--a
lot of
wind, but no waves. Pico Pequeno at high tide shows only the tiniest
wash of
whitewater. No hemos tenido olas de que hablar esta semana--mucho
viento, pero
pocas olas. Pico Pequeno muestra apenas un poquito de espuma a la marea
alta.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
According to predictions we may see it pick up a little on Sunday, but
it seems
like it will be a good weekend to do a little work around the house or
dust off
the running shoes. Segun los predicciones es posible que se mejore un
poquito
el domingo pero parece que sera un buen fin de semana para hacer unos
trabajos
en casa o sacudir los tenis de correr.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
At best we'll have small rideable surf near the river in the early
mornings
while the tide is high and the wind is calm. I predict a good weekend
for road
trips south! A lo mejor, tendremos olas surfeables cerca del rio en las
mananas mientras la marea este alta y el viento calmado. Yo espero un
buen fin
de semana para viajes al sur.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
New boards in our surf shop: 7'6"Corkey Carroll fun board and 6'1"
Ratboy short
board, both in tuff-lite! Gracias, Alejandro!
3) From Joe at Witches Rock Surf Camp out of Playa del Coco and
Tamarindo:
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS -
This WEEK has been WEAK. Not much surf for a few days, waist-to-chest
high at
Ollies on the good sets, the same at Witch's Rock.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) -
Finally today (Thursday 1-31) the surf picked up to shoulder high!
Friday-Sunday should be back to solid shoulder to head high, and with
these
offshore winds we're going to get some epic surf.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA -
The new swell that will start to fill in tomorrow and saturday is
south,
meaning Ollie's will of course rule. Witch's as well, in front of the
rivermouth/estuary seeing solid shoulder-head high rights and lefts.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS-
WRSC has a large schoolbus that has been transformed into a motorhome,
and is
available for custom
group surf trips. Local and international groups can contact WRSC
through our
website, www.witchsrocksurfcamp.com or by calling our office in Costa
Rica at
011 506 670 1138.
JACO & HERMOSA
6) From Tommy at Fuego del Sol in Playa Hermosa -
The waves are glassy again this morning, but not much swell is showing
at all.
Tulin or Bejuco will be showing the biggest waves today, around waist
to chest
high. Hopefully the wind will stay off of it. High tide this afternoon
is
around 5:00PM. Since the waves are flat and the moon is full, fishing
has been
on the menu. Good Luck. Dennis Christopher and Tobit McLean, are doing
their
Endless Summer Surf Clinics, so, call Tobit for details and info 506
643 2078
or e-mail him at brisadelmar@ranchocoral.com. Pick up useful
techniques, the
latest equipment, boards and critique yourself on video and improve
your
surfing. Enjoy our Live "How's the Surf, Really?" Surf and Costa Rica
Live Info
Chat Talk to a Real Surfer here on the Beach (Our Office is literally a
Stones
throw from our Surf Break We can tell you current conditions and crowds
by
looking out the window). Real info provided by Real People, Here, not,
there.
First in info, first in the water, that's what happens when you wake up
on the
beach everybody else drives to. We are Rancho Coral, Catering to
Surfer's Needs
http://ranchocoral.com.or http://fuegodelsol.com
Peace To All, Gracias, Thanks, Domo Arrigato, Shalom, Aloha, Mahalo Nui
Loa,
Banzai, Peace and......PURA VIDA!!!!
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
see the national report above
DOMINICAL & SOUTHERN PACIFIC
5) From Greg at the Adventure Education Center in Dominical-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
It's a repeat from last week - "Surf has been as small as waist high,
but fun
with consistent sets up to head high out in front. Great weather with
little
rain, and nice early offshore winds." Perfect sunsets!!
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de
semana (clima y olas):
Swell should fill in from the SW by Sunday, sending up some 1 foot
overhead
waves. Check it early since high tides are in the morning :)
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear
este
fin de semana en su area:
Right out in between the white houses, or go find a secret spot!
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
Sign up with A.E.C. for spanish classes (and mention CRSURF) in January
and get
free lunch every week. Visit www.adventurespanishschool.com for details
on the
school.
CARIBBEAN
see the national report above
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