Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 271
January 29, 2005
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Top News
PRETOMA studies sea turtles on Playa Caletas - More than 1,300
leatherbacks arrived in 1989; only 68 arrived in 2002. Read more at
-www.ticotimes.net/travel.htm. And to help out - check at
www.tortugamarina.org
The Caribbean is back to normal, businesses and hotels are open and
excited to welcome back visitors. Check first with Cabinas Casa Verde
- www.cabinascasaverde.com or Cashew Hill Lodge -
www.cashewhilllodge.co.cr for a nice place to stay. Or at the Cocles
beachbreak at Cariblue Hotel - www.cariblue.com.
Nino Medrano wins 1st at Salsa Brava, Gilbert Brown takes second at
the 6-star C.N.S. event. For more info, go to www.surfingcr.com.
Upcoming Events on the Costa Rica Surf Circuit-
4 star Trofeo Rider - Dominical - 12 y 13 de Febrero
3 star Grand Prix - Mango Jacó - 12 y 13 de Marzo
4 star Trofeo Dakine - Nosara - 9 y 10 de Abril
6 star - Playa Hermosa - 28 y 29 de Mayo
Andrea Diaz - www.wavescr.com has a great camp for learning to surf
or finding professional surf guides to raise the bar on your
hi-perfrormance hack-attack. Email Andrea at info@... to get
the details.
Check www.ticoshopping.com for Costa Rican foods. And tell them
CRSURF sent you.
Have a question? We have answers! Send a note to info@...
before your next trip to get the info on waves, boards, and places to
stay.
TIDES *for Saturday
(add 50 min. each day after)
Full Moon - January 25th
Low Tide: .32 ft at 11:23 am
High Tide: 8.68 ft at 5:43 pm
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Quiet chest high Saturday for the west coast, with 1 or 2
head high sets per hour. That number increases by a foot on Sunday
and Monday, and by Tuesday you'll see a NW plow in some nice overhead
set waves a with a 13 second period. Wednesdays call for the same,
but more waves from the arrival of a SW swell. Then by Thursday it
drops a foot up north, while staying good down south. More SW/NW
swell mix expected for the weekend, surf overhead (at least)
Caribbean - The weekend calls for waist to occasional chest high
surf, slowly increasing in size from a ESE swell. By Monday it's
chest high and by Tuesday head high with a number of overhead sets.
The sets stay consistent Wednesday morning, but by the afternoon
start to taper off. Thursday shows only chest high surf with less
size going to next Friday.
To do your own forecast - use our links at
http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
** Surf Reporters **
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262)
reservations@...
Coconut Harrys in Nosara
www.coconutharrys.com
Hotel Magellan Inn (755-0035) in Cahuita
magellaninn@...
Diane at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo
disurfin@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande
surfegg@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco
rocasurf@...
Tamarindo Adventures (653-0108) in Tamarindo
tamquad@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos
wearesurfing@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical
admin@...
** Sponsors **
Michael Dolsey Designs- Surfboards, boardshorts, Fins, Leashes and
Lycra. Private label. Blanks stocked. SUN Epoxy surfboards - Perfect
Surfboards for beginners and Surf Camps. Contacts: Michael Dolsey -
(506)-844-5469, Jose Urena - 380-2751, and Matthew Scott - 643-3250
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com/
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas
olassa@...
Hotel Cariblue (750-0057) in Cocles (Puerto Viejo)
cariblue@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco
comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra
info@...
Roca Verde Hotel (787-0036 fax 787-0013) in Dominical
info@...
Third World Productions (643-1064) Surf Camp, Trips, & Photography
thirdworldproductionscr@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical
info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426)
info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge 506-750-0256 in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262) in Tamarindo
reservations@...
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments (430-4258) in San Jose
info@...
Hotel Terraza del Pacifico (643-3222 fax: 643-3424) in Playa Hermosa
terraza@...
Wayra Spanish School Phone/Fax: 653-0359 in Tamarindo
info@...
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra
pabloscr@...
Villa Taype (682-0280 fax: 682-0187) in Nosara
info@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or in C.R. 506-643-1642)
reservations@...
SurfProducts.com - Get set for your trip! (1-321-799-3563)
sales@...
Hotel Yare (750-0106, fax 750-0420) in Playa Cocles
hotelyare@...
Hotel Mar Paraiso (240-4053, fax 236-6826) in Jaco
info@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
www.surfingtravel.com
Do you want to surf? Do you want to learn Spanish? Visit A.E.C.
Dominical - http://www.crsurf.com/flyer.html
*****************
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
** From Diana at Pura Mar Surf Shop (& Surf Lessons) in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS -
Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Last week's swell has dropped off again so that waves in Tamarindo
are generally waist to chest. Pico Pequeno and Henry's like the swell
direction and are looking nice at mid tide. The wind is off shore but
not as harsh as a week ago. El swell de las semana pasada ha pasado y
las olas en Tamarindo estan de a la cintura de al pecho en
general. Pico Pequeno y Henry's estan buenos con este direccion de
swell y se ven bien a la media marea. El viento esta off-shore pero
no tan fuerte como la semana pasada.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) -
Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas):
It looks like the new swell should start showing on Monday, so the
weekend will be small. Sunset sessions will definately be the
specialty. El nuevo swell debe aparecer el lunes y el fin de semana
tendra olas pequenas. La especialidad sera surfear al atardecer.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area:
Get a longboard and try Pico Pequeno at mid tide. Look out for
rocks. Vaya a Pico Pequeno a la media marea con un longboard, pero
ojo con las piedras.
Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
** Joe at Witches Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Surf is way up. Big northwest
swell has hit last Saturday and there have been unreal surf for days!
I mean DAYS! Tamarindo Rivermouth sandbar showing up and delivering,
3 second barrels from my office window, it was sick. Finally
Wednesday it dropped off, still really really fun with offshore winds
and shoulder/head high surf all over town. If you were in Tamarindo
this last week, you scored.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - We are off tonight
to camp Witch's Rock for the next three days to suck up the remaining
swell....it should be all time. Plus, now that everyone is surfed out
we should see an empty lineup (except for the crocs!)
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - Any major beachbreak,
not witch's though.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- New swell hitting Monday, just as big and
just as good. Check www.witchsrocksurfcamp.com for the surf trip of
your life!
** From High Tide Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Hola a todos, acá en Tamarindo las condiciones de las olas no son muy
buenas, el viento si es favorable "off shore" y el tamaño de 3/4 de
marea a marea alta es de 3 a 4 pies en es fin de semana.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de semana (clima y olas): Para el domingo esperamods que el
sweell que se aproxima del pacífico norte llegue a nuestra costa y se
levanten las olas a aproximadamente 7 u 8 pies de altura y si el
viento sigue como hasta ahora vamos a tener buenas sesiones en el
agua.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: La mejor área para surfear
este fin de semana puede ser Playa Grande o la boca del río en Playa
Langosta, si a ustedle gusta correr olas en Longboard, tamarindo y
avellanas son en este momento es su mejor opción. Saludos a todos y
visiten nuestro web site www.tamarindoadventures.net
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Si está
buscando tabla nueva visite nuestros surf shops High Tide y Alta
Marea y vea nuestra nuevas tablas para la venta. Nos vemos en el
tubo!!!!!!!!
** Carlos at Roca Bruja Surf Trips at Playa de Coco -
Reporte de olas en Witchs rock and Ollies point.
ROCA BRUJA SURF OPERATION WWW.COSTARICASURFTRIPS.COM
WITCHS ROCK: LAS OLAS ESTAN ENTRE 3 A 4 FT Y EL FACTOR VIENTO MUY
BUENO TODO EL DIA OLAS PEQUEÑAS PERO PERFECTAS.
OOLIES POINT: LAS OLAS ESTAN MUY PEQUEÑAS 2 A 3 FT Y EL FACTOR VIENTO
BUENO TODO EL DIA.
LAS CONDICIONES VAN A MEJORAR PARA EL DIA LUNES A MIERCOLES PARECE
QUE VIENE UN SWELL DEL NORTE CON 290 GRADOS.
REPORTE DE CARLOS BARRERA PARA CRSURF.COM
VISIT WWW.COSTARICASURFTRIPS.COM
COSTA RICA,GUANACASTE,PLAYAS DEL COCO.
** From Coconut Harry in Playa Guiones (Nosara) -
Playa Guiones (Nosara) Best around the high tides - looking at
chest/head high set waves with better conditions forcast over the
weekend. Pura Vida! Need wheels? We rent golf carts now - BIC
surfboards for sale - new & used - contact me at surfa@... Pura
Vida, Coconut Harry - www.coconutharrys.com
JACO & HERMOSA
** From Chuck at Chosita del Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Fri, eveining 5-6 ft and kind of bumpy, Saturday morning same size
and clean if a bit too fast! Weather fantastic and lots of activity
here too! Come on by and see the bests election of surfboards in
Costa Rica and without having a single CHINA board in the bunch!
Surfers don't let friends ride CHINA boards! W.O.W. surf is a TRUE
SURFERS SURF SHOP !! Anyways see ya soon! Chuck !
** From Tommy at Rancho Coral in Esterillos -
Local Climate: Sunny, Air Temp: 91F. Water Temp 87F, Direction &
Height: SW 2-3ft., Sea Surface: Glass, Wind: South 0-3 MPH, Sunrise:
6:00AM, Sunset: 5:35 PM , Current Conditions: We have really good
conditions for surfing today,The swell drops off after the weekend.
PURA VIDA!!!! Pick up your copy of the 2005 Sportsgirls Calendar to
support the local Casa del Suenos - www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
For daily reports, please check the Rovercam link at www.rovercam.com
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
DOMINICAL & OSA
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - I guess my complaining last week
about the wave heights had an effect. We've had nice shoulder to head
high waves with a northwest angle for three or four days now (making
the river mouth a popular hang-out for really kicking rights). The
big sets were closed, but there were plenty of shoulders. Also, a
smaller wave coming from the south was making some of the big sets
peaky. This morning was mostly a single event back in from the
southwest. Much more closed out than yesterday, but still some great
rides on some great waves.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Smaller and
smaller. Weather'll be perfect. Early mornings and late afternoons
will be the best.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - Well, I'll stop
talking about the point. It's been so long since we've had a wave
that worked the point, that I'll comment instead on the position
within the Dominical Beach. Right now, the northern end of the beach
is still kicking out a few good rights, but the main wave is now a
left off of the sand bar in front of Tortilla Flats. Watch out for
the crowds there.
CARIBBEAN
** From Wendy at the Cashew Hill Lodge in Puerto Viejo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Playa Cocles Beach Break - 2 Ft.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de semana (clima y olas): A swell is coming. Partly cloudy - up
to 5 ft. at Salsa Brava
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: Salsa Brava and Playa Cocles
Beach Break
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS - Noticias y dias especiales: Life on the
Caribbean is Pura Vida. Hotels are empty. Come on down.
Saturday, January 29, 2005
Saturday, January 15, 2005
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report for January 15, 2005
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 269
January 15, 2005
To see this report as HTML - visit: http://www.crsurf.com/sample.html
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Top News
Big Rains in the Caribbean cause flooding, roads may be blocked to
Puerto Viejo - read more at www.ticotimes.net. (Hey, that translates
to less crowded surf spots !)
Gilbert Brown featured in Quiksilver's Explorations Magazine -
Congrats Gilbert!!
Upcoming Events on the Costa Rica Surf Circuit-
4 star Trofeo Rider - Dominical - 12 y 13 de Febrero
3 star Grand Prix - Mango Jacó - 12 y 13 de Marzo
4 star Trofeo Dakine - Nosara - 9 y 10 de Abril
6 star - Playa Hermosa - 28 y 29 de Mayo
Pick up your copy of the 2005 Sportsgirls Calendar to support the
local Casa del Suenos - www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
Andrea Diaz - www.wavescr.com has a great camp for learning to surf
or finding professional surf guides to raise the bar on your
hi-perfrormance hack-attack. Email Andrea at info@... to get
the details.
Check www.ticoshopping.com for Costa Rican foods. And tell them
CRSURF sent you.
Have a question? We have answers! Send a note to info@...
before your next trip to get the info on waves, boards, and places to
stay.
TIDES *for Saturday
(add 50 min. each day after)
New Moon - January 10th
High Tide: 9.26 ft at 6:21 am
Low Tide: -.42 ft at 12:28 pm
Pacific - Surf is small down south, waist to chest high for Saturday,
growing a foot Sunday and Monday, and seeing some head high surf
Tuesday before it drops back down again to chest high for the rest of
the week. The Nicoya coastline has lucked into some head high surf
arriving Saturday afternoon and becoming more consistent Sunday and
Monday. By Tuesday, surf will be overhead will one or two bigger
sets, and Wednesday afternoon it drop off again, back to chest high.
Thursday through Saturday look small - chest high. But watch for a
big ole NW to arrive sometime next Sunday with more overhead surf for
the following two to three days.
Caribbean - This weekend surf will be chest to head high at the
beachbreaks, a little bigger at the primo spots. Drops off fast
Monday morning, back to waist to occasional chest high surf through
Wednesday morning, and by the afternoon waves from the NE will start
to push in some more head high sets. Thursday is the best day, head
high to overhead with consistent sets, Friday the sets will fall
farther apart and the surf drops again down to chest high.
To do your own forecast - use our links at
http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
** Surf Reporters **
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262)
reservations@...
Coconut Harrys in Nosara
www.coconutharrys.com
Hotel Magellan Inn (755-0035) in Cahuita
magellaninn@...
Diane at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo
disurfin@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande
surfegg@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco
rocasurf@...
Tamarindo Adventures (653-0108) in Tamarindo
tamquad@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos
wearesurfing@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical
admin@...
** Sponsors **
Michael Dolsey Designs- Surfboards, boardshorts, Fins, Leashes and
Lycra. Private label. Blanks stocked. SUN Epoxy surfboards - Perfect
Surfboards for beginners and Surf Camps. Contacts: Michael Dolsey -
(506)-844-5469, Jose Urena - 380-2751, and Matthew Scott - 643-3250
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com/
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas
olassa@...
Hotel Cariblue (750-0057) in Cocles (Puerto Viejo)
cariblue@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco
comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra
info@...
Roca Verde Hotel (787-0036 fax 787-0013) in Dominical
info@...
Third World Productions (643-1064) Surf Camp, Trips, & Photography
thirdworldproductionscr@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical
info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426)
info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge 506-750-0256 in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262) in Tamarindo
reservations@...
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments (430-4258) in San Jose
info@...
Hotel Terraza del Pacifico (643-3222 fax: 643-3424) in Playa Hermosa
terraza@...
Wayra Spanish School Phone/Fax: 653-0359 in Tamarindo
info@...
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra
pabloscr@...
Villa Taype (682-0280 fax: 682-0187) in Nosara
info@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or in C.R. 506-643-1642)
reservations@...
SurfProducts.com - Get set for your trip! (1-321-799-3563)
sales@...
Hotel Yare (750-0106, fax 750-0420) in Playa Cocles
hotelyare@...
Hotel Mar Paraiso (240-4053, fax 236-6826) in Jaco
info@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
www.surfingtravel.com
Do you want to surf? Do you want to learn Spanish? Visit A.E.C.
Dominical - http://www.crsurf.com/flyer.html
*****************
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
** From Diana at Pura Mar Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
There hasn't been much swell in Tamarindo this week, although
Langosta was good at the beginning of the week. Waves have been from
knee to chest (some sets today) high and the wind was actually on
shore today and yesterday. No hemos tenido mucho swell esta semana en
Tamarindo aun que Langosta estuvo bien al principio de las semana.
Las olas eran de la rodilla hasta al pecho (algunos sets hoy) and el
viento estuvo on shore ayer y hoy.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de semana (clima y olas): The weekend looks small but I don't
expect the on-shore winds to continue. It's a little small to bother
with dawn patrol, but sunset sessions should be beautiful. Este fin
de semana parece que sera pequeno pero no pienso que los vientos
on-shore siguiran. Las olas son demasiado pequenas para levantarse al
amanecer, pero las sessiones del atardecer deben ser lindisimas.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: Pico Pequeno is doing pretty
well with this mix of swell direction. The rivermouth at Avellanas at
low tide is probably good too. Pico Pequeno esta bien con esta mezcla
de swell. La boca del rio en Avellanas probablemente esta bien
tambien.
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
The wind has been light on shore for the last few days after a
stunning week of amazing surf. The swell is still waste to shoulder
high.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de semana (clima y olas): Since the tides are beginning to be
right in the morning, this weekend could get interesting if the swell
picks up a little bit for both morning and evening sessions.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: The bigger the swell the
further we can spread out from the hotel.
** From Joe at Witches Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Waves were pretty good throughout
the first few days of the week. By Thursday most of the swell had
left, today (Friday) its looking more and more like an Imperial
afternoon. Wind has been offshore most every day, right now its
kindof switching off and on but its pretty mellow so the surf
(although small) is still pretty fun.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Surf reports seem
to show a slight increase later today through Saturday and into
Sunday. This could be good for the early morning / late afternoon
high tides.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - Witch's Rock, or any
beachbreak that sucks up the swell.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Check www.witchsrocksurfcamp.com for your
next surf trip to the land of PURA VIDA! Also, unfortunately the
Chargers are out of it for 2005! They played a good season! Watch
every San Diego Charger game next season at the WRSC Bar & Grill!
** From Coconut Harry in Playa Guiones (Nosara) -
Hola from Playa Guiones (Nosara) ! Well, we got SURF amigos! It's
head-high & building - looks like a great weekend here. Golf carts
for rent now - check my website for prices. We are also the
authorized BIC surfboards dealer in Guanacaste - contact me for
prices and or more information. See my website for the link to BIC
for board sizes and specs. Pura Vida! Coconut Harry -
www.coconutharrys.com
JACO & HERMOSA
** From Tommy at Rancho Coral in Esterillos -
Local Climate: Sunny, Air Temp: 91F. Water Temp 87F, Direction &
Height: SW 1-2ft. (from the back of the wave), Sea Surface: Glass,
Wind: South 0-3 MPH, Sunrise: 6:00AM, Sunset: 5:35 PM, Current
Conditions: The swell has dropped and it is calm. We have good surf
at most beaches, PURA VIDA!!!! Pick up your copy of the 2005
Sportsgirls Calendar to support the local Casa del Suenos -
www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
For daily report, please check the Rovercam link at- www.rovercam.com
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
DOMINICAL & OSA
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y
condiciones:The swell came and went... Wave height is now shoulder
high, peaky and fun.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar
este fin de semana (clima y olas): Looks like another swell should
be coming by Sunday that will bring head high waves.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: Dominical & Hermosa. Not the
point.
CARIBBEAN
see the national report
Volume 8, Issue 269
January 15, 2005
To see this report as HTML - visit: http://www.crsurf.com/sample.html
To unsubscribe - just send a note to info@...
Top News
Big Rains in the Caribbean cause flooding, roads may be blocked to
Puerto Viejo - read more at www.ticotimes.net. (Hey, that translates
to less crowded surf spots !)
Gilbert Brown featured in Quiksilver's Explorations Magazine -
Congrats Gilbert!!
Upcoming Events on the Costa Rica Surf Circuit-
4 star Trofeo Rider - Dominical - 12 y 13 de Febrero
3 star Grand Prix - Mango Jacó - 12 y 13 de Marzo
4 star Trofeo Dakine - Nosara - 9 y 10 de Abril
6 star - Playa Hermosa - 28 y 29 de Mayo
Pick up your copy of the 2005 Sportsgirls Calendar to support the
local Casa del Suenos - www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
Andrea Diaz - www.wavescr.com has a great camp for learning to surf
or finding professional surf guides to raise the bar on your
hi-perfrormance hack-attack. Email Andrea at info@... to get
the details.
Check www.ticoshopping.com for Costa Rican foods. And tell them
CRSURF sent you.
Have a question? We have answers! Send a note to info@...
before your next trip to get the info on waves, boards, and places to
stay.
TIDES *for Saturday
(add 50 min. each day after)
New Moon - January 10th
High Tide: 9.26 ft at 6:21 am
Low Tide: -.42 ft at 12:28 pm
Pacific - Surf is small down south, waist to chest high for Saturday,
growing a foot Sunday and Monday, and seeing some head high surf
Tuesday before it drops back down again to chest high for the rest of
the week. The Nicoya coastline has lucked into some head high surf
arriving Saturday afternoon and becoming more consistent Sunday and
Monday. By Tuesday, surf will be overhead will one or two bigger
sets, and Wednesday afternoon it drop off again, back to chest high.
Thursday through Saturday look small - chest high. But watch for a
big ole NW to arrive sometime next Sunday with more overhead surf for
the following two to three days.
Caribbean - This weekend surf will be chest to head high at the
beachbreaks, a little bigger at the primo spots. Drops off fast
Monday morning, back to waist to occasional chest high surf through
Wednesday morning, and by the afternoon waves from the NE will start
to push in some more head high sets. Thursday is the best day, head
high to overhead with consistent sets, Friday the sets will fall
farther apart and the surf drops again down to chest high.
To do your own forecast - use our links at
http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
** Surf Reporters **
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262)
reservations@...
Coconut Harrys in Nosara
www.coconutharrys.com
Hotel Magellan Inn (755-0035) in Cahuita
magellaninn@...
Diane at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo
disurfin@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande
surfegg@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco
rocasurf@...
Tamarindo Adventures (653-0108) in Tamarindo
tamquad@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos
wearesurfing@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical
admin@...
** Sponsors **
Michael Dolsey Designs- Surfboards, boardshorts, Fins, Leashes and
Lycra. Private label. Blanks stocked. SUN Epoxy surfboards - Perfect
Surfboards for beginners and Surf Camps. Contacts: Michael Dolsey -
(506)-844-5469, Jose Urena - 380-2751, and Matthew Scott - 643-3250
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com/
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas
olassa@...
Hotel Cariblue (750-0057) in Cocles (Puerto Viejo)
cariblue@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco
comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra
info@...
Roca Verde Hotel (787-0036 fax 787-0013) in Dominical
info@...
Third World Productions (643-1064) Surf Camp, Trips, & Photography
thirdworldproductionscr@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical
info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426)
info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge 506-750-0256 in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262) in Tamarindo
reservations@...
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments (430-4258) in San Jose
info@...
Hotel Terraza del Pacifico (643-3222 fax: 643-3424) in Playa Hermosa
terraza@...
Wayra Spanish School Phone/Fax: 653-0359 in Tamarindo
info@...
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra
pabloscr@...
Villa Taype (682-0280 fax: 682-0187) in Nosara
info@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or in C.R. 506-643-1642)
reservations@...
SurfProducts.com - Get set for your trip! (1-321-799-3563)
sales@...
Hotel Yare (750-0106, fax 750-0420) in Playa Cocles
hotelyare@...
Hotel Mar Paraiso (240-4053, fax 236-6826) in Jaco
info@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
www.surfingtravel.com
Do you want to surf? Do you want to learn Spanish? Visit A.E.C.
Dominical - http://www.crsurf.com/flyer.html
*****************
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
** From Diana at Pura Mar Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
There hasn't been much swell in Tamarindo this week, although
Langosta was good at the beginning of the week. Waves have been from
knee to chest (some sets today) high and the wind was actually on
shore today and yesterday. No hemos tenido mucho swell esta semana en
Tamarindo aun que Langosta estuvo bien al principio de las semana.
Las olas eran de la rodilla hasta al pecho (algunos sets hoy) and el
viento estuvo on shore ayer y hoy.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de semana (clima y olas): The weekend looks small but I don't
expect the on-shore winds to continue. It's a little small to bother
with dawn patrol, but sunset sessions should be beautiful. Este fin
de semana parece que sera pequeno pero no pienso que los vientos
on-shore siguiran. Las olas son demasiado pequenas para levantarse al
amanecer, pero las sessiones del atardecer deben ser lindisimas.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: Pico Pequeno is doing pretty
well with this mix of swell direction. The rivermouth at Avellanas at
low tide is probably good too. Pico Pequeno esta bien con esta mezcla
de swell. La boca del rio en Avellanas probablemente esta bien
tambien.
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
The wind has been light on shore for the last few days after a
stunning week of amazing surf. The swell is still waste to shoulder
high.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este
fin de semana (clima y olas): Since the tides are beginning to be
right in the morning, this weekend could get interesting if the swell
picks up a little bit for both morning and evening sessions.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: The bigger the swell the
further we can spread out from the hotel.
** From Joe at Witches Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Waves were pretty good throughout
the first few days of the week. By Thursday most of the swell had
left, today (Friday) its looking more and more like an Imperial
afternoon. Wind has been offshore most every day, right now its
kindof switching off and on but its pretty mellow so the surf
(although small) is still pretty fun.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Surf reports seem
to show a slight increase later today through Saturday and into
Sunday. This could be good for the early morning / late afternoon
high tides.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - Witch's Rock, or any
beachbreak that sucks up the swell.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Check www.witchsrocksurfcamp.com for your
next surf trip to the land of PURA VIDA! Also, unfortunately the
Chargers are out of it for 2005! They played a good season! Watch
every San Diego Charger game next season at the WRSC Bar & Grill!
** From Coconut Harry in Playa Guiones (Nosara) -
Hola from Playa Guiones (Nosara) ! Well, we got SURF amigos! It's
head-high & building - looks like a great weekend here. Golf carts
for rent now - check my website for prices. We are also the
authorized BIC surfboards dealer in Guanacaste - contact me for
prices and or more information. See my website for the link to BIC
for board sizes and specs. Pura Vida! Coconut Harry -
www.coconutharrys.com
JACO & HERMOSA
** From Tommy at Rancho Coral in Esterillos -
Local Climate: Sunny, Air Temp: 91F. Water Temp 87F, Direction &
Height: SW 1-2ft. (from the back of the wave), Sea Surface: Glass,
Wind: South 0-3 MPH, Sunrise: 6:00AM, Sunset: 5:35 PM, Current
Conditions: The swell has dropped and it is calm. We have good surf
at most beaches, PURA VIDA!!!! Pick up your copy of the 2005
Sportsgirls Calendar to support the local Casa del Suenos -
www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
For daily report, please check the Rovercam link at- www.rovercam.com
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
DOMINICAL & OSA
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y
condiciones:The swell came and went... Wave height is now shoulder
high, peaky and fun.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar
este fin de semana (clima y olas): Looks like another swell should
be coming by Sunday that will bring head high waves.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: Dominical & Hermosa. Not the
point.
CARIBBEAN
see the national report
Sunday, January 9, 2005
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report for January 9, 2005
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 268
January 9, 2005
To see this report as HTML - visit: http://www.crsurf.com/sample.html
To unsubscribe - just send a note to info@...
Top News -
Tourism increases in 2005 due to the tsunami affecting the beaches
in Thailand. Some expecting 2.3 million tourists by 2012. View the
whole story on the Tico Times website -
www.ticotimes.net/newsbriefs.htm
Upcoming Events on the Costa Rica Surf Circuit-
4 star Trofeo Rider - Dominical - 12 y 13 de Febrero
3 star Grand Prix - Mango Jacó - 12 y 13 de Marzo
4 star Trofeo Dakine - Nosara - 9 y 10 de Abril
6 star - Playa Hermosa - 28 y 29 de Mayo
Pick up your copy of the 2005 Sportsgirls Calendar to support the
local Casa del Suenos - www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
Andrea Diaz - www.wavescr.com has a great camp for learning to surf
or finding professional surf guides to raise the bar on your hi-
perfrormance hack-attack. Email Andrea at info@... to get
the details.
Check www.ticoshopping.com for Costa Rican foods. And tell them
CRSURF sent you.
Have a question? We have answers! Send a note to info@...
before your next trip to get the info on waves, boards, and places
to stay.
TIDES *for Saturday
(add 50 min. each day after)
New Moon - January 10th
Low Tide: .79 ft at 6:26 am
High Tide: 7.67 ft at 12:45 pm
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - A mixto SW/NW swell pushes in overhead surf Sunday and 1-2
foot overhead Monday at the best spots on the Guanacaste coast. Only
a foot smaller down south. Dawn patrols at point breaks are the
call. It drops back to head high Tuesday, losing the SW push, and by
Wednesday is down to chest high. Thursday through Sat. look mellow,
waist to chest and a random head high + set, with no relief until
Sunday morning, when more chest high sets fill in up north.
Caribbean - The powerful East swell bringing 1-2 foot overhead peaks
will continue Monday, but slowly fade off Tuesday down to head high,
Wednesday down to waist to chest, and Thursday to knee to waist.
Then another East swell starts filling in again with a few chest
high sets Friday and more Saturday.
To do your own forecast - use our links at
http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
** Surf Reporters **
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262)
reservations@...
Coconut Harrys in Nosara
www.coconutharrys.com
Hotel Magellan Inn (755-0035) in Cahuita
magellaninn@...
Diane at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo
disurfin@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande
surfegg@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco
rocasurf@...
Tamarindo Adventures (653-0108) in Tamarindo
tamquad@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos
wearesurfing@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical
admin@...
** Sponsors **
Michael Dolsey Designs- Surfboards, boardshorts, Fins, Leashes and
Lycra. Private label. Blanks stocked. SUN Epoxy surfboards - Perfect
Surfboards for beginners and Surf Camps. Contacts: Michael Dolsey -
(506)-844-5469, Jose Urena - 380-2751, and Matthew Scott - 643-3250
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com/
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas
olassa@...
Hotel Cariblue (750-0057) in Cocles (Puerto Viejo)
cariblue@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco
comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra
info@...
Roca Verde Hotel (787-0036 fax 787-0013) in Dominical
info@...
Third World Productions (643-1064) Surf Camp, Trips, & Photography
thirdworldproductionscr@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical
info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426)
info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge 506-750-0256 in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262) in Tamarindo
reservations@...
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments (430-4258) in San Jose
info@...
Hotel Terraza del Pacifico (643-3222 fax: 643-3424) in Playa Hermosa
terraza@...
Wayra Spanish School Phone/Fax: 653-0359 in Tamarindo
info@...
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra
pabloscr@...
Villa Taype (682-0280 fax: 682-0187) in Nosara
info@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or in C.R. 506-643-1642)
reservations@...
SurfProducts.com - Get set for your trip! (1-321-799-3563)
sales@...
Hotel Yare (750-0106, fax 750-0420) in Playa Cocles
hotelyare@...
Hotel Mar Paraiso (240-4053, fax 236-6826) in Jaco
info@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
www.surfingtravel.com
Do you want to surf? Do you want to learn Spanish? Visit A.E.C.
Dominical - http://www.crsurf.com/flyer.html
*****************
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
** From Diana at Pura Mar Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Yesterday at mid-tide were the first waves we've seen all week.
Tamarindo has been really flat; flat enough that birds can use Pico
Pequeno as an island for napping even at high tide. The wind has
been medium to hard off shore and there isn't a cloud anywhere! Ayer
a la media-marea vimos las primeras olas en una semana. Tamarindo ha
sido muy tranquilo--tan tranquilo que los aves duermen encima de
Pico Pequeno aun a la marea alta. El viento es off-shore bastante
fuerte y no hay ni una nube en todo el cielo.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar
este fin de semana (clima y olas): Reports say we're supposed to get
a little swell from the north and the south this weekend. No matter
how little, we'll take it! Los reportajes dicen que vamos a recibir
un poco de swell del norte y del sur este fin de semana. No importa
lo poquito que sea, sera bienvenido!
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: Langosta in the mornings will
probably be the best this weekend. Las mananas en Langosta
probablemente seran lo mejor este fin de semana.
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
The surf we are having now is typical for this time of the year with
Playa Grande and Witches getting some surf while everywhere else is
flat. Some of the "locals" who were lucky enough to be here last
year when it seemed to never stop, are somewhat surprised by the
miniature conditions. The small swells are jumping up and down from
just barely ridable to excellent small surf. Yesterday we actually
saw some overhead sets and better form than the preceding days.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar
este fin de semana (clima y olas): Hopefully the predicted swell
will be bigger and we can spread out some and get away from the main
peak in front of the hotel where all the Tamarindo nomads are
congregating every day. The tides are in the late morning with long
(6 hour) windows and the wind should remain perfect to stiff.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: The 20, or so, peaks in the
bay should all work if the new swell has any punch. I picked a time
and peak yesterday with hardly anybody out.
** From Coconut Harry in Playa Guiones (Nosara) -
Buenos Dias from Playa Guiones (Nosara) & Feliz Año! It's chest to
head-high set waves around the higher tides. Winds have been
consistently off-shore for most of the day. We are the authorized
BIC surfboards dealer in Guanacaste - contact me for prices and or
more information. See my website for the link to BIC for board sizes
and specs. Pura Vida! Coconut Harry - www.coconutharrys.com
JACO & HERMOSA
** From Chuck at Chosita del Surf Shop in Jaco
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Slow on waves but better here than a lot of places!
The Corner and close vicinity is the spot, waist to headhigh with
the best at lowest tide, some pretty barrels to be had but you gotta
go FAST! Winds on it by 10:30 but by then your already surfed out!
No big changes that I feel just another "bump" on the way! Get it
early and get it good and you too can be happily surfing! Prayers to
those in Southeast Asia, how blessed we are that this type of
disaster hasn't come our way! Off to the Surf Expo and check out the
new gear for the year! Oh by the way anyone noticed the strange
looking watercraft around town? We have nicknamed them "CHOPSTIX"
some kind of surfboard shape looking personal flotation devices with
NO SOUL made by poor dudes who will never get a chance to understand
what a rush it is to ride a wave to the beach , remember this isn't
mountain biking or snowboarding or even skateboarding, if you don't
surf you cant understand what shaping a surfboard is all about, many
of my friends are laminators and sanders and some of my most revered
friends are shapers! Don't be fooled, support surfing and surfboard
design buy and ride REAL SURFBOARDS! Thanks Chuck and the Crew at La
Chosita and W.O.W. surf! New # for info 643-3844 !
** From Tommy at Rancho Coral in Esterillos -
Local Climate: Night, Air Temp: 91F. Water Temp 87F, Direction &
Height: SW 2-3ft. (from the back of the wave), Sea Surface: Glass,
Wind: South 0-3 MPH, Sunrise: 5:53 AM, Sunset: 5:26 PM
Current Conditions : We have the arrival of some southwest for the
weekend, PURA VIDA!!!! Pick up your copy of the 2005 Sportsgirls
Calendar to support the local Casa del Suenos -
www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
(for daily reports, please check the Rovercam link at the bottom of
this page or www.rovercam.com)
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
DOMINICAL & OSA
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - The set height is now just head
high. Nice peaky sets. But everyone is waiting for tomorrow.
Finally, I think the 3 month calm may be broken. We'll know soon.
Tamaño de las olas y condiciones: La altura de las olas acabo de
llegar a la cabeza. Bien puntado (hay una palabra como esa). Todo la
gente estan esperando para mañana. Pienso que por fin acabó trés
meses con olas pequeñas. Sabemos prontos.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Ah yes, we are
expecting overhead with a little slant from the south. If they
continue to be peaky and the wind stays down, it should be
excellent. However, the high tide is mid-day (the worst for wind)
and it isn't much of a high tide at that (about 7.5 feet). If indeed
the waves are big, they'll likely fall hard. Que va a pasar este fin
de semana (clima y olas): Bueno, esperamos para olas sobre la cabeza
con un poco angulo del sur. Si las olas siguen puntado y no hay
mucho viento, entonces tenemos un fin de semana excelente. Pero, la
marea alta es en el medio día (peor para viento) y no hay mucho agua
en esta marea alta (solo 7.5 pies). Si las olas son grandes,
probable caen duras tambien.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - Dominical and
Hermosa. Even though the waves are up a bit, I think they'll not be
big enough to light up the Point. El mejor lugar a surfear este fin
de semana en su area: Dominical y Hermosa. Todavia no hay
sufficiente para Punta Dominical.
CARIBBEAN
** From Cashew Hill Lodge in Puerto Viejo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
BIG - 6 FT AND ABOVE
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar
este fin de semana (clima y olas): BIG AND SLIGHTLY MESSY
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: SALSA BRAVA, COCLES-BEACH
BREAK, PLAYA NEGRA, ESCUELITA
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS - Noticias y dias especiales: SURF CONTEST
IS HAPPENING NOW!
Volume 8, Issue 268
January 9, 2005
To see this report as HTML - visit: http://www.crsurf.com/sample.html
To unsubscribe - just send a note to info@...
Top News -
Tourism increases in 2005 due to the tsunami affecting the beaches
in Thailand. Some expecting 2.3 million tourists by 2012. View the
whole story on the Tico Times website -
www.ticotimes.net/newsbriefs.htm
Upcoming Events on the Costa Rica Surf Circuit-
4 star Trofeo Rider - Dominical - 12 y 13 de Febrero
3 star Grand Prix - Mango Jacó - 12 y 13 de Marzo
4 star Trofeo Dakine - Nosara - 9 y 10 de Abril
6 star - Playa Hermosa - 28 y 29 de Mayo
Pick up your copy of the 2005 Sportsgirls Calendar to support the
local Casa del Suenos - www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
Andrea Diaz - www.wavescr.com has a great camp for learning to surf
or finding professional surf guides to raise the bar on your hi-
perfrormance hack-attack. Email Andrea at info@... to get
the details.
Check www.ticoshopping.com for Costa Rican foods. And tell them
CRSURF sent you.
Have a question? We have answers! Send a note to info@...
before your next trip to get the info on waves, boards, and places
to stay.
TIDES *for Saturday
(add 50 min. each day after)
New Moon - January 10th
Low Tide: .79 ft at 6:26 am
High Tide: 7.67 ft at 12:45 pm
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - A mixto SW/NW swell pushes in overhead surf Sunday and 1-2
foot overhead Monday at the best spots on the Guanacaste coast. Only
a foot smaller down south. Dawn patrols at point breaks are the
call. It drops back to head high Tuesday, losing the SW push, and by
Wednesday is down to chest high. Thursday through Sat. look mellow,
waist to chest and a random head high + set, with no relief until
Sunday morning, when more chest high sets fill in up north.
Caribbean - The powerful East swell bringing 1-2 foot overhead peaks
will continue Monday, but slowly fade off Tuesday down to head high,
Wednesday down to waist to chest, and Thursday to knee to waist.
Then another East swell starts filling in again with a few chest
high sets Friday and more Saturday.
To do your own forecast - use our links at
http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
** Surf Reporters **
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262)
reservations@...
Coconut Harrys in Nosara
www.coconutharrys.com
Hotel Magellan Inn (755-0035) in Cahuita
magellaninn@...
Diane at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo
disurfin@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande
surfegg@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco
rocasurf@...
Tamarindo Adventures (653-0108) in Tamarindo
tamquad@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos
wearesurfing@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical
admin@...
** Sponsors **
Michael Dolsey Designs- Surfboards, boardshorts, Fins, Leashes and
Lycra. Private label. Blanks stocked. SUN Epoxy surfboards - Perfect
Surfboards for beginners and Surf Camps. Contacts: Michael Dolsey -
(506)-844-5469, Jose Urena - 380-2751, and Matthew Scott - 643-3250
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com/
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas
olassa@...
Hotel Cariblue (750-0057) in Cocles (Puerto Viejo)
cariblue@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco
comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra
info@...
Roca Verde Hotel (787-0036 fax 787-0013) in Dominical
info@...
Third World Productions (643-1064) Surf Camp, Trips, & Photography
thirdworldproductionscr@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical
info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426)
info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge 506-750-0256 in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262) in Tamarindo
reservations@...
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments (430-4258) in San Jose
info@...
Hotel Terraza del Pacifico (643-3222 fax: 643-3424) in Playa Hermosa
terraza@...
Wayra Spanish School Phone/Fax: 653-0359 in Tamarindo
info@...
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra
pabloscr@...
Villa Taype (682-0280 fax: 682-0187) in Nosara
info@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or in C.R. 506-643-1642)
reservations@...
SurfProducts.com - Get set for your trip! (1-321-799-3563)
sales@...
Hotel Yare (750-0106, fax 750-0420) in Playa Cocles
hotelyare@...
Hotel Mar Paraiso (240-4053, fax 236-6826) in Jaco
info@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
www.surfingtravel.com
Do you want to surf? Do you want to learn Spanish? Visit A.E.C.
Dominical - http://www.crsurf.com/flyer.html
*****************
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
** From Diana at Pura Mar Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Yesterday at mid-tide were the first waves we've seen all week.
Tamarindo has been really flat; flat enough that birds can use Pico
Pequeno as an island for napping even at high tide. The wind has
been medium to hard off shore and there isn't a cloud anywhere! Ayer
a la media-marea vimos las primeras olas en una semana. Tamarindo ha
sido muy tranquilo--tan tranquilo que los aves duermen encima de
Pico Pequeno aun a la marea alta. El viento es off-shore bastante
fuerte y no hay ni una nube en todo el cielo.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar
este fin de semana (clima y olas): Reports say we're supposed to get
a little swell from the north and the south this weekend. No matter
how little, we'll take it! Los reportajes dicen que vamos a recibir
un poco de swell del norte y del sur este fin de semana. No importa
lo poquito que sea, sera bienvenido!
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: Langosta in the mornings will
probably be the best this weekend. Las mananas en Langosta
probablemente seran lo mejor este fin de semana.
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
The surf we are having now is typical for this time of the year with
Playa Grande and Witches getting some surf while everywhere else is
flat. Some of the "locals" who were lucky enough to be here last
year when it seemed to never stop, are somewhat surprised by the
miniature conditions. The small swells are jumping up and down from
just barely ridable to excellent small surf. Yesterday we actually
saw some overhead sets and better form than the preceding days.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar
este fin de semana (clima y olas): Hopefully the predicted swell
will be bigger and we can spread out some and get away from the main
peak in front of the hotel where all the Tamarindo nomads are
congregating every day. The tides are in the late morning with long
(6 hour) windows and the wind should remain perfect to stiff.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: The 20, or so, peaks in the
bay should all work if the new swell has any punch. I picked a time
and peak yesterday with hardly anybody out.
** From Coconut Harry in Playa Guiones (Nosara) -
Buenos Dias from Playa Guiones (Nosara) & Feliz Año! It's chest to
head-high set waves around the higher tides. Winds have been
consistently off-shore for most of the day. We are the authorized
BIC surfboards dealer in Guanacaste - contact me for prices and or
more information. See my website for the link to BIC for board sizes
and specs. Pura Vida! Coconut Harry - www.coconutharrys.com
JACO & HERMOSA
** From Chuck at Chosita del Surf Shop in Jaco
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Slow on waves but better here than a lot of places!
The Corner and close vicinity is the spot, waist to headhigh with
the best at lowest tide, some pretty barrels to be had but you gotta
go FAST! Winds on it by 10:30 but by then your already surfed out!
No big changes that I feel just another "bump" on the way! Get it
early and get it good and you too can be happily surfing! Prayers to
those in Southeast Asia, how blessed we are that this type of
disaster hasn't come our way! Off to the Surf Expo and check out the
new gear for the year! Oh by the way anyone noticed the strange
looking watercraft around town? We have nicknamed them "CHOPSTIX"
some kind of surfboard shape looking personal flotation devices with
NO SOUL made by poor dudes who will never get a chance to understand
what a rush it is to ride a wave to the beach , remember this isn't
mountain biking or snowboarding or even skateboarding, if you don't
surf you cant understand what shaping a surfboard is all about, many
of my friends are laminators and sanders and some of my most revered
friends are shapers! Don't be fooled, support surfing and surfboard
design buy and ride REAL SURFBOARDS! Thanks Chuck and the Crew at La
Chosita and W.O.W. surf! New # for info 643-3844 !
** From Tommy at Rancho Coral in Esterillos -
Local Climate: Night, Air Temp: 91F. Water Temp 87F, Direction &
Height: SW 2-3ft. (from the back of the wave), Sea Surface: Glass,
Wind: South 0-3 MPH, Sunrise: 5:53 AM, Sunset: 5:26 PM
Current Conditions : We have the arrival of some southwest for the
weekend, PURA VIDA!!!! Pick up your copy of the 2005 Sportsgirls
Calendar to support the local Casa del Suenos -
www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
(for daily reports, please check the Rovercam link at the bottom of
this page or www.rovercam.com)
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
DOMINICAL & OSA
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - The set height is now just head
high. Nice peaky sets. But everyone is waiting for tomorrow.
Finally, I think the 3 month calm may be broken. We'll know soon.
Tamaño de las olas y condiciones: La altura de las olas acabo de
llegar a la cabeza. Bien puntado (hay una palabra como esa). Todo la
gente estan esperando para mañana. Pienso que por fin acabó trés
meses con olas pequeñas. Sabemos prontos.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Ah yes, we are
expecting overhead with a little slant from the south. If they
continue to be peaky and the wind stays down, it should be
excellent. However, the high tide is mid-day (the worst for wind)
and it isn't much of a high tide at that (about 7.5 feet). If indeed
the waves are big, they'll likely fall hard. Que va a pasar este fin
de semana (clima y olas): Bueno, esperamos para olas sobre la cabeza
con un poco angulo del sur. Si las olas siguen puntado y no hay
mucho viento, entonces tenemos un fin de semana excelente. Pero, la
marea alta es en el medio día (peor para viento) y no hay mucho agua
en esta marea alta (solo 7.5 pies). Si las olas son grandes,
probable caen duras tambien.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - Dominical and
Hermosa. Even though the waves are up a bit, I think they'll not be
big enough to light up the Point. El mejor lugar a surfear este fin
de semana en su area: Dominical y Hermosa. Todavia no hay
sufficiente para Punta Dominical.
CARIBBEAN
** From Cashew Hill Lodge in Puerto Viejo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
BIG - 6 FT AND ABOVE
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar
este fin de semana (clima y olas): BIG AND SLIGHTLY MESSY
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: SALSA BRAVA, COCLES-BEACH
BREAK, PLAYA NEGRA, ESCUELITA
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS - Noticias y dias especiales: SURF CONTEST
IS HAPPENING NOW!
Saturday, January 1, 2005
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report for January 1, 2005
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 267
January 1, 2005
To see this report as HTML - visit: http://www.crsurf.com/sample.html
To unsubscribe - just send a note to info@...
Top News -
In order to make the town safer, Tamarindo businesses have hired
lifeguards and increased police resources. View the whole story on
the Tico Times website - www.ticotimes.net/newsbriefs.htm
Check out the results from the Moh's Classic in Tamarindo -
www.crsurf.com/index.html
Upcoming Events on the Costa Rica Surf Circuit-
5 star Salsa Brava Trofy - Puerto Viejo - 8 y 9 Enero
4 star Trofeo Rider - Dominical - 12 y 13 de Febrero
3 star Grand Prix - Mango Jacó - 12 y 13 de Marzo
4 star Trofeo Dakine - Nosara - 9 y 10 de Abril
6 star - Playa Hermosa - 28 y 29 de Mayo
Pick up your copy of the 2005 Sportsgirls Calendar to support the
local Casa del Suenos - www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
Andrea Diaz - www.wavescr.com has a great camp for learning to surf
or finding professional surf guides to raise the bar on your hi-
perfrormance hack-attack. Email Andrea at info@... to get
the details.
Check www.ticoshopping.com for Costa Rican foods. And tell them
CRSURF sent you.
Have a question? We have answers! Send a note to info@...
before your next trip to get the info on waves, boards, and places
to stay.
TIDES *for Saturday
(add 50 min. each day after)
New Moon - January 10th
Low Tide: .98 ft at 12:27 pm
High Tide: 7.89 ft at 6:22 am
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Mornings are the call all weekend and early next week.
Swells arrive in the early hours off the northwest coast and before
the stiff offhore winds blow it flat, you have some chest high surf
through Wednesday, a head high set if you're lucky. Then by next
Friday the first SSW sneaks some chest high surf up South America
and fills in with some head high to overhead peaks by next Saturday.
Drops back off after next weekend. Best bet is to hit up some
Caribbean stylee.
Caribbean - Sunday morning calls for overhead surf at the
beachbreaks and the reefs starting to fire. The swell peaks out
Monday and then drops back to chest to head by Tuesday. Wednesday
and Thursday have more chest to head high surf, with bigger sets
every half hour.
** Surf Reporters **
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262)
reservations@...
Coconut Harrys in Nosara
www.coconutharrys.com
Hotel Magellan Inn (755-0035) in Cahuita
magellaninn@...
Diane at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo
disurfin@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande
surfegg@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco
rocasurf@...
Tamarindo Adventures (653-0108) in Tamarindo
tamquad@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos
wearesurfing@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical
admin@...
** Sponsors **
Michael Dolsey Designs- Surfboards, boardshorts, Fins, Leashes and
Lycra. Private label. Blanks stocked. SUN Epoxy surfboards - Perfect
Surfboards for beginners and Surf Camps. Contacts: Michael Dolsey -
(506)-844-5469, Jose Urena - 380-2751, and Matthew Scott - 643-3250
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com/
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas
olassa@...
Hotel Cariblue (750-0057) in Cocles (Puerto Viejo)
cariblue@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco
comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra
info@...
Roca Verde Hotel (787-0036 fax 787-0013) in Dominical
info@...
Third World Productions (643-1064) Surf Camp, Trips, & Photography
thirdworldproductionscr@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical
info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426)
info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge 506-750-0256 in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262) in Tamarindo
reservations@...
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments (430-4258) in San Jose
info@...
Hotel Terraza del Pacifico (643-3222 fax: 643-3424) in Playa Hermosa
terraza@...
Wayra Spanish School Phone/Fax: 653-0359 in Tamarindo
info@...
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra
pabloscr@...
Villa Taype (682-0280 fax: 682-0187) in Nosara
info@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or in C.R. 506-643-1642)
reservations@...
SurfProducts.com - Get set for your trip! (1-321-799-3563)
sales@...
Hotel Yare (750-0106, fax 750-0420) in Playa Cocles
hotelyare@...
Hotel Mar Paraiso (240-4053, fax 236-6826) in Jaco
info@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
www.surfingtravel.com
Do you want to surf? Do you want to learn Spanish? Visit A.E.C.
Dominical - http://www.crsurf.com/flyer.html
*****************
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
** From Diana at Pura Mar Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
Christmas doesn't seem all that Christmasy when it's hot, but it
comes anyway. We had a nice west/northwest swell as a Christmas
present last week. It's amazing how the waves break bigger and
better at different parts of the beach with the different swell
directions. It stands to reason, of course, but it's just an amazing
thing to watch. The biggest and best waves were over the rocks in
front of "The Circle" and Nougi's–down by the rivermouth they were
much smaller, a little closed out and there were a lot of currents
swirling around.
This is a really busy time of year in Tamarindo! Luca and I have
been giving lessons like crazy and I'm training another friend Alex
to help us. Yesterday I had to borrow a friend's longboard because I
had more students than boards! Starting last night, there's a big
party somewhere every night until the first of the year. I can't
personally hold up through that many parties in a row–I'm saving up
for the 31st.
In the last week, the wind has really picked up. The Papagayo winds
come every year around this time and continue on through March or
April. The Papagayo winds are off-shore gale-like winds that blow at
first in the afternoons, then from morning to evening, then 24/7 in
February and March, then slack off in the same fashion as the rainy
season approaches. Off-shore winds are a good thing, but these are
sometimes overkill. They really cool down the water and make early
morning/late afternoon sessions feel chilly.
We wish everyone a happy holiday, and a safe, happy new year. Hope
to see lots of you surfing here in 2005!
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande - AREA WAVE
HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We've
been enjoying a waist to shoulder high, perfect swell with
occasional overhead sets. The light all day off shores and dual
sessions have been fanning everyones enthusiasm in spite of the
holiday crowds rife with clueless beginners.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar
este fin de semana (clima y olas): The swell has been jumping up and
down, especially in consistency, and conditions are good here if the
swell holds or increases. As long as it is small, and many spots are
flat, don't look for a drop in the crowds. The Bikini show on the
beach is worth a check out between sessions since high tide is both
in the morning and evening. A lot of surfers are sleeping in for the
morning session.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: The whole bay is lighting up
with the westerly swells. Try to find some space among all the
surfers.
** From Joe at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Well...the surf could definitely
get bigger. In town we've had offshore winds every day, and surf has
reached chest high at best. Outside of town, I've found shoulder to
head high surf with some awesome conditions. Not as big as it can
get, but with these Papagayo winds blowing offshore the conditions
are set up perfectly for the next swell.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - The swell models
are showing a late season south swell on the way, starting to show
this Sunday and filling in Monday and Tuesday. For the weekend,
bring the longboard and leave the big wave gun at home. We'll be
lucky to see waist to occasional nipple high surf, but it will be
fun and the water is very nice...
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - If you get out of
town, many spots are seeing great waves. Witch's Rock has been by
far the best, with shoulder to high waves despite the lack of swell.
If you can't make it the rock, find the best beach break that sucks
up swell (I'm sure you know where to go). And, if you don't know
where to go, maybe you should stay at home and cheer for the SD
Chargers.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Sunday was a sad day for San Diego, but we
did show that we're a playoff contender. Expect a solid home game
win by the Chargers, which is the big upcoming event for yours
truly. Also check www.witchsrocksurfcamp.com for great surf trips
throughout the Guanacaste Coast! Pura vida- joe
** From Coconut Harry in Playa Guiones (Nosara) -
Surf is 'poquena' however, fu anyway + you can stay out for hours
due
to consistent off-shore winds.Happy New Year! Coconut Harry! Lessons
are $25/hour when you rent a board from Coconut Harry's Surf Shop -
visit me at www.coconutharrys.com
JACO & HERMOSA
** From Tommy at Rancho Coral in Esterillos -
Direction & Height: SW 1-2ft. (from the back of the wave) Sea
Surface: Glass, Wind: South 0-3 MPH, Sunrise: 5:53 AM, Sunset: 5:26
PM, Current Conditions: New Year's Eve has some really interesting
parties going on which is good because we are not under too much
surf. However, we surfed a spot today and we are supposed to get a
boost from the Southwest for tomorrow, The Carribean should have a
great week a quick trip over to Bocas Panama would be a great idea
if you want some Carribean juice, PURA VIDA!!!! ! Pick up your copy
of the 2005 Sportsgirls Calendar to support the local Casa del
Suenos - www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
For daily reports, please check the Rovercam link at www.rovercam.com
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
DOMINICAL & OSA
CARIBBEAN
** From Cashew Hill Lodge in Puerto Viejo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - 3 - 5 ft. at Beach Break, Playa
Cocles Playa Negra good for beginners. Salsa has nothing.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Good waves at
Beach Break, Playa Cocles.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - Beach Break
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- "Skindog," of 'Billabong Odyssey'
and 'Stepping into Liquid' (surf videos), is in town- Nino Medrano
and Gilbert Brown are in town, preparing for the contest in Janaury.
Volume 8, Issue 267
January 1, 2005
To see this report as HTML - visit: http://www.crsurf.com/sample.html
To unsubscribe - just send a note to info@...
Top News -
In order to make the town safer, Tamarindo businesses have hired
lifeguards and increased police resources. View the whole story on
the Tico Times website - www.ticotimes.net/newsbriefs.htm
Check out the results from the Moh's Classic in Tamarindo -
www.crsurf.com/index.html
Upcoming Events on the Costa Rica Surf Circuit-
5 star Salsa Brava Trofy - Puerto Viejo - 8 y 9 Enero
4 star Trofeo Rider - Dominical - 12 y 13 de Febrero
3 star Grand Prix - Mango Jacó - 12 y 13 de Marzo
4 star Trofeo Dakine - Nosara - 9 y 10 de Abril
6 star - Playa Hermosa - 28 y 29 de Mayo
Pick up your copy of the 2005 Sportsgirls Calendar to support the
local Casa del Suenos - www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
Andrea Diaz - www.wavescr.com has a great camp for learning to surf
or finding professional surf guides to raise the bar on your hi-
perfrormance hack-attack. Email Andrea at info@... to get
the details.
Check www.ticoshopping.com for Costa Rican foods. And tell them
CRSURF sent you.
Have a question? We have answers! Send a note to info@...
before your next trip to get the info on waves, boards, and places
to stay.
TIDES *for Saturday
(add 50 min. each day after)
New Moon - January 10th
Low Tide: .98 ft at 12:27 pm
High Tide: 7.89 ft at 6:22 am
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Mornings are the call all weekend and early next week.
Swells arrive in the early hours off the northwest coast and before
the stiff offhore winds blow it flat, you have some chest high surf
through Wednesday, a head high set if you're lucky. Then by next
Friday the first SSW sneaks some chest high surf up South America
and fills in with some head high to overhead peaks by next Saturday.
Drops back off after next weekend. Best bet is to hit up some
Caribbean stylee.
Caribbean - Sunday morning calls for overhead surf at the
beachbreaks and the reefs starting to fire. The swell peaks out
Monday and then drops back to chest to head by Tuesday. Wednesday
and Thursday have more chest to head high surf, with bigger sets
every half hour.
** Surf Reporters **
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262)
reservations@...
Coconut Harrys in Nosara
www.coconutharrys.com
Hotel Magellan Inn (755-0035) in Cahuita
magellaninn@...
Diane at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo
disurfin@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande
surfegg@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco
rocasurf@...
Tamarindo Adventures (653-0108) in Tamarindo
tamquad@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco
chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos
wearesurfing@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical
admin@...
** Sponsors **
Michael Dolsey Designs- Surfboards, boardshorts, Fins, Leashes and
Lycra. Private label. Blanks stocked. SUN Epoxy surfboards - Perfect
Surfboards for beginners and Surf Camps. Contacts: Michael Dolsey -
(506)-844-5469, Jose Urena - 380-2751, and Matthew Scott - 643-3250
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Cabinas Casa Verde (750-0015 fax 750-0047) in Puerto Viejo
http://www.cabinascasaverde.com/
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas
olassa@...
Hotel Cariblue (750-0057) in Cocles (Puerto Viejo)
cariblue@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco
comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra
info@...
Roca Verde Hotel (787-0036 fax 787-0013) in Dominical
info@...
Third World Productions (643-1064) Surf Camp, Trips, & Photography
thirdworldproductionscr@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical
info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426)
info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge 506-750-0256 in Puerto Viejo
reservations@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (653-1262) in Tamarindo
reservations@...
Dos Palmas Studio Apartments (430-4258) in San Jose
info@...
Hotel Terraza del Pacifico (643-3222 fax: 643-3424) in Playa Hermosa
terraza@...
Wayra Spanish School Phone/Fax: 653-0359 in Tamarindo
info@...
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra
pabloscr@...
Villa Taype (682-0280 fax: 682-0187) in Nosara
info@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or in C.R. 506-643-1642)
reservations@...
SurfProducts.com - Get set for your trip! (1-321-799-3563)
sales@...
Hotel Yare (750-0106, fax 750-0420) in Playa Cocles
hotelyare@...
Hotel Mar Paraiso (240-4053, fax 236-6826) in Jaco
info@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
www.surfingtravel.com
Do you want to surf? Do you want to learn Spanish? Visit A.E.C.
Dominical - http://www.crsurf.com/flyer.html
*****************
AREA REPORTS
NICOYA (N)
** From Diana at Pura Mar Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
Christmas doesn't seem all that Christmasy when it's hot, but it
comes anyway. We had a nice west/northwest swell as a Christmas
present last week. It's amazing how the waves break bigger and
better at different parts of the beach with the different swell
directions. It stands to reason, of course, but it's just an amazing
thing to watch. The biggest and best waves were over the rocks in
front of "The Circle" and Nougi's–down by the rivermouth they were
much smaller, a little closed out and there were a lot of currents
swirling around.
This is a really busy time of year in Tamarindo! Luca and I have
been giving lessons like crazy and I'm training another friend Alex
to help us. Yesterday I had to borrow a friend's longboard because I
had more students than boards! Starting last night, there's a big
party somewhere every night until the first of the year. I can't
personally hold up through that many parties in a row–I'm saving up
for the 31st.
In the last week, the wind has really picked up. The Papagayo winds
come every year around this time and continue on through March or
April. The Papagayo winds are off-shore gale-like winds that blow at
first in the afternoons, then from morning to evening, then 24/7 in
February and March, then slack off in the same fashion as the rainy
season approaches. Off-shore winds are a good thing, but these are
sometimes overkill. They really cool down the water and make early
morning/late afternoon sessions feel chilly.
We wish everyone a happy holiday, and a safe, happy new year. Hope
to see lots of you surfing here in 2005!
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande - AREA WAVE
HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We've
been enjoying a waist to shoulder high, perfect swell with
occasional overhead sets. The light all day off shores and dual
sessions have been fanning everyones enthusiasm in spite of the
holiday crowds rife with clueless beginners.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar
este fin de semana (clima y olas): The swell has been jumping up and
down, especially in consistency, and conditions are good here if the
swell holds or increases. As long as it is small, and many spots are
flat, don't look for a drop in the crowds. The Bikini show on the
beach is worth a check out between sessions since high tide is both
in the morning and evening. A lot of surfers are sleeping in for the
morning session.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a
surfear este fin de semana en su area: The whole bay is lighting up
with the westerly swells. Try to find some space among all the
surfers.
** From Joe at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Well...the surf could definitely
get bigger. In town we've had offshore winds every day, and surf has
reached chest high at best. Outside of town, I've found shoulder to
head high surf with some awesome conditions. Not as big as it can
get, but with these Papagayo winds blowing offshore the conditions
are set up perfectly for the next swell.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - The swell models
are showing a late season south swell on the way, starting to show
this Sunday and filling in Monday and Tuesday. For the weekend,
bring the longboard and leave the big wave gun at home. We'll be
lucky to see waist to occasional nipple high surf, but it will be
fun and the water is very nice...
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - If you get out of
town, many spots are seeing great waves. Witch's Rock has been by
far the best, with shoulder to high waves despite the lack of swell.
If you can't make it the rock, find the best beach break that sucks
up swell (I'm sure you know where to go). And, if you don't know
where to go, maybe you should stay at home and cheer for the SD
Chargers.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Sunday was a sad day for San Diego, but we
did show that we're a playoff contender. Expect a solid home game
win by the Chargers, which is the big upcoming event for yours
truly. Also check www.witchsrocksurfcamp.com for great surf trips
throughout the Guanacaste Coast! Pura vida- joe
** From Coconut Harry in Playa Guiones (Nosara) -
Surf is 'poquena' however, fu anyway + you can stay out for hours
due
to consistent off-shore winds.Happy New Year! Coconut Harry! Lessons
are $25/hour when you rent a board from Coconut Harry's Surf Shop -
visit me at www.coconutharrys.com
JACO & HERMOSA
** From Tommy at Rancho Coral in Esterillos -
Direction & Height: SW 1-2ft. (from the back of the wave) Sea
Surface: Glass, Wind: South 0-3 MPH, Sunrise: 5:53 AM, Sunset: 5:26
PM, Current Conditions: New Year's Eve has some really interesting
parties going on which is good because we are not under too much
surf. However, we surfed a spot today and we are supposed to get a
boost from the Southwest for tomorrow, The Carribean should have a
great week a quick trip over to Bocas Panama would be a great idea
if you want some Carribean juice, PURA VIDA!!!! ! Pick up your copy
of the 2005 Sportsgirls Calendar to support the local Casa del
Suenos - www.ranchocoral.com/page3.html
For daily reports, please check the Rovercam link at www.rovercam.com
QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO
DOMINICAL & OSA
CARIBBEAN
** From Cashew Hill Lodge in Puerto Viejo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - 3 - 5 ft. at Beach Break, Playa
Cocles Playa Negra good for beginners. Salsa has nothing.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Good waves at
Beach Break, Playa Cocles.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - Beach Break
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- "Skindog," of 'Billabong Odyssey'
and 'Stepping into Liquid' (surf videos), is in town- Nino Medrano
and Gilbert Brown are in town, preparing for the contest in Janaury.
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