Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 363
December 24th, 2006
CNS contest in Tamarindo draws 135 surfers, Germaine Myrie wins the Open Division, Lisbeth Vindas wins for the women. Next CNS contest January 6 to 7th in Jaco (for the Juniors, too)
Travel with award-winning travel guide author Harry S. Pariser around Costa Rica and experience its wonders! Buy the 2006 Explore Costa Rica Guide at www.savethemanatee.com
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Surf chest to head high for Christmas Day, with an overhead set every halfhour on the southern beaches. Tuesday the presents arrive, overhead sets from the Northwest mixed with head high sets from the Southwest. The combo lasts through Thursday morning, and by sunset most of the set waves are gone. Leftover chest to head high surf Friday and a foot smaller Saturday. Not much for the next week, stomach to chest high - a freak head high wave every hour.
Caribbean - East swell pumps in the first head high sets on Monday, but only one or two per hour. Then on Tuesday it's head to overhead with more of the same for Wednesday. By Thursday the waves die off back to chest high with a couple of sneaker sets and Friday is another between day, waist to chest high. Another East swell forming by Venezuela sends out the first headhigh sets by Saturday afternoon.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 12/24/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
Low Tide - .04 feet at 11:21 a.m.
High Tide - 8.88 feet at 5:43 p.m.
Full Moon - 1/2
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 12/23 or posted)
** From Diana at Pura Mar Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Tamarindo has had waves and big ones for about two weeks running which is something I can't remember when I last saw. Waves are head high at the higher tides and the wind has been going on-shore late in the morning for the past several days. Lots of strong side-current in the white water from so much motion. Tamarindo ha tenido olas grandes por dos semanas lo cual es una cosa que no se cuando lo he visto. Las olas son de a la cabeza a las mareas altas y el viento esta soplando on-shore desde antes del mediodia. Por tanto moviemiento de agua, hay mucha corriente fuerte en el agua poco profundo.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The waves size is not predicted to change significantly. Expect the beach to be a busy place with Christmas sun-bathers. Las olas no estan pronisticadas de cambiar. Habra mucha gente tomando sol en la playa por la navidad.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Let the Tamarindo beach break go this weekend and paddle out to Pico Grande, go to Langosta or to Playa Grande. Deje la playa principal de Tamarindo este fin de semana y vaya a Pico Grande, a Langosta o Playa Grande.
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The last few days have been disappointing with the lack of all day off shores and the dropping swell.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): With the high tides moving into the early morning and the off shores picking up over the next few days, there is a high probability for good surf. Double sessions are likely A bunch of dorks around here asked Santa for swell. We'll see.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The entire bay has been good with suprising quality at the rock at the north end of Playa Grande.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Ask at the hotel about the student's quarters and apartments for unbelievable bargains during the high season in Playa Grande right in front of the main breaks.
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been head high to a foot or two overhead. The wind has been offshore in the mornings and onshore in the afternoons.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The surf will stay in the head high range through the first part of this week but will drop after Christmas. Look for smaller surf until Thursday when it will pick back up to a bit over head. We are into the dry season now with lots of hot sunny days with that dry warm offshore wind.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The tide will be high in the early mornings this week so Playa Negra will be the spot. This place is a wave magnet like no other around here.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: See what the surf looked like today at Playa Negra. Go to www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com Happy Holidays all!
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones -
It's Coconut Harry reporting from Playa Guiones (Nosara) - chest to headhigh, consistent surf on tap. Clean & fun mornings - low tide in the middle of the day helps! Happy 'Hollow' Days!
** From Erik, with the Nosara surf report -
Just another day in paradise... Overhead glassy surf... News - The Nosara Surf Team, a local surf team that rewards young surfers who stay in school and help their community needs donations! On your next trip down please help us by bringing any old baggies, leashes, lycras, boards, ect... to help our surf team. Surf supplies are hard to get and expensive in Costa Rica, and your junk would make some local groms super stoked! You can drop off supplies at Wanderlust Realty or email me for details here . Thanks, Erik.
** From Jesse at the Samara Surf School -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: swell is up in beautiful playa samara... New moon brought some nice 4 to 5 foot waves breaking fast with pretty good shape. Offshore winds in the mornings and some choppy conditions for the evenings.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): It seems as though the swell has already dropped off, but still perfect conditions for intermediate and beginner surfers..
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Always the best spot in Samara is right in front of the Las Brisas Del Pacifico Hotel. No localism or crowds. Waves may not be as big as other cities, but mellow and safe beach break, with extremely easy access. Perfect for surfers of all levels.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Jesse's surf safaris, come one come all.... Join us on these safari dates in January, 1st-3rd, 21st-23rd, in Feb: 1-3. "Surf til you drop, Eat til you stop!", a life changing experience. Welcome! For more information visit us at www.samarasurfschool.com or give us a call 506-656-0055 .PURA VIDA, MERRY CHRISTMAS! **A new after school program and local library have been developed. All thanks to our lovely Maria Schwab, via Intercultura spanish school. Foundation CREAR- come help and be a part of inspiring our future, the youth. www.fundacioncrear.org
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Waves were real fun not as big as its been but still some swell, lots of people in town and of course we got a few creeps running around so watch your persoanl belongings while you are here . It only takes them a minute to steal your bags from the car ! I am completeley unsure of wave conditions for next week but high tides in A.M. and P.M. always bring fun stuff ! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year ,God Bless you and yours ,Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
** From Rancho Coral in Playa Esterillos -
Local Climate: Nice, Air Temp: 94F. Water Temp 87F, Direction & Height: South 4 to 6 feet., Sea Surface: Glassy, Winds: South 3 MPH, Sunrise: 5:53 AM, Sunset: 6:16 PM, Current Conditions: It has been going off all week, Pura Vida!
Sunday, December 24, 2006
Sunday, December 17, 2006
CR Surf Report for 12-17-06
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 362
December 17th, 2006
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Chest to head high surf through Wednesday morning, but by sunset a few overhead sets arrives every half hour. Thursday dawn patrol brings overhead surf up north and a foot overhead down south. The swell last through Friday, with fewer sets by evening. Saturday it drops quickly to chest high with a rare head high set. Same for Sunday, except a few long period NW sets breaking overhead every hour.
Caribbean - East-north-east swell plows through the Caribbean to bring chest to head high surf on Monday. The waves max out at overhead on Tuesday, and by Wednesday it's back to chest to head. Thursday through Sunday drop to waist high, and the next ENE arrives next Monday, but not too powerful.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 12/17/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
Low Tide - 1.64 feet at 6:23 a.m.
High Tide - 6.98 feet at 12:38 p.m.
New Moon - 12/20
TOP NEWS
CNS contest in Tamarindo draws 135 surfers, Germaine Myrie wins the Open Division, Lisbeth Vindas wins for the women. Next CNS contest January 6 to 7th in Jaco (for the Juniors, too)
Debt for Education and the Environment - Three influential U.S. senators made a pledge to promote pardoning the Costa Rican debt with the United States on the condition that those funds would be invested on improving education and the protection of the environment. From www.insidecostarica.com
Travel with award-winning travel guide author Harry S. Pariser around Costa Rica and experience its wonders! Buy the 2006 Explore Costa Rica Guide at www.savethemanatee.com
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 12/16 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We are enjoying a fabulous Westerly swell with amazing surf all over the bay. The well over head swell is hitting Tamarindo perfectly and with good form, although smaller, up and down the beach. The off shores are holding into the afternoon.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The swell is losing strength but conditions are good for some great smaller surf.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Every spot looked good today and the crowd was well spread out for fun conditions. It's actually larger at the Tamarindo Estuary for a change.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Ask at the hotel about the student's quarters and apartments for unbelievable bargains during the high season in Playa Grande right in front of the main breaks.
** From Joe at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (12/17)-
Keith has dengue and has been in bed for the last four days, so I'm writing the report to get everyone caught up. We've had tons of swell now, today is day 9 and it is currently 6-8 foot face waves in front of the camp, maybe even bigger on the biggest sets. The wind has been blowing offshore until about 1pm or so. We've got a big surf contest in town and it has been great to have swell for it, Cedric, Carlos and Luis have all made it to the final round. Hopefully Keith gets better soon as I suck at taking photos. If you read Wednesday's report, its a little smaller than Wednesday but there is still tons of swell in the water. It seems like we should continue to have waves for a few more days. Click here to see the new webcam and pics from today's forecast.
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones -
We're getting that north swell, but not ALL of it, so waves are fun - not big - but pretty good shape. Best times are, as always, dawn to 10:00 or 11:00 am and then the last hour at sunset - clean & light offshore winds. "Felix Navi-daddy-o", amigos! Coconut Harry www.coconutharrys.com
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We have had unseasonal rain the last few days. The storms have made the surf sloppy and unorganized. Waist to head high with hard onshores in the afternoons.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The surf will be staying in the head high range through the first part of the upcoming week. Mid week will see an increase in SW swell and is forecast to get even bigger for next weekend.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have a pretty low low tide running through the mornings this week. Negra will be very good if swell is hitting the reef from the right direction. Could be a real rock dance though. Check out Langosta or the Avellanas rivermouth. It will be fun there with less crowd.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: See what the surf is like right now...www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik, with the Nosara surf report -
Fun surf again today! Sets overhead, clean. Most folks blew it by surfing too far south, as the N. Side of the bay was firing...
The Nosara Surf Team, a local surf team that rewards young surfers who stay in school and help their community needs donations! On your next trip down please help us by bringing any old baggies, leashes, lycras, boards, ect... to help our surf team. Surf supplies are hard to get and expensive in Costa Rica, and your junk would make some local groms super stoked! You can drop off supplies at Wanderlust Realty or email me for details here . Thanks, Erik.
Volume 8, Issue 362
December 17th, 2006
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Chest to head high surf through Wednesday morning, but by sunset a few overhead sets arrives every half hour. Thursday dawn patrol brings overhead surf up north and a foot overhead down south. The swell last through Friday, with fewer sets by evening. Saturday it drops quickly to chest high with a rare head high set. Same for Sunday, except a few long period NW sets breaking overhead every hour.
Caribbean - East-north-east swell plows through the Caribbean to bring chest to head high surf on Monday. The waves max out at overhead on Tuesday, and by Wednesday it's back to chest to head. Thursday through Sunday drop to waist high, and the next ENE arrives next Monday, but not too powerful.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 12/17/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
Low Tide - 1.64 feet at 6:23 a.m.
High Tide - 6.98 feet at 12:38 p.m.
New Moon - 12/20
TOP NEWS
CNS contest in Tamarindo draws 135 surfers, Germaine Myrie wins the Open Division, Lisbeth Vindas wins for the women. Next CNS contest January 6 to 7th in Jaco (for the Juniors, too)
Debt for Education and the Environment - Three influential U.S. senators made a pledge to promote pardoning the Costa Rican debt with the United States on the condition that those funds would be invested on improving education and the protection of the environment. From www.insidecostarica.com
Travel with award-winning travel guide author Harry S. Pariser around Costa Rica and experience its wonders! Buy the 2006 Explore Costa Rica Guide at www.savethemanatee.com
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 12/16 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We are enjoying a fabulous Westerly swell with amazing surf all over the bay. The well over head swell is hitting Tamarindo perfectly and with good form, although smaller, up and down the beach. The off shores are holding into the afternoon.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The swell is losing strength but conditions are good for some great smaller surf.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Every spot looked good today and the crowd was well spread out for fun conditions. It's actually larger at the Tamarindo Estuary for a change.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Ask at the hotel about the student's quarters and apartments for unbelievable bargains during the high season in Playa Grande right in front of the main breaks.
** From Joe at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (12/17)-
Keith has dengue and has been in bed for the last four days, so I'm writing the report to get everyone caught up. We've had tons of swell now, today is day 9 and it is currently 6-8 foot face waves in front of the camp, maybe even bigger on the biggest sets. The wind has been blowing offshore until about 1pm or so. We've got a big surf contest in town and it has been great to have swell for it, Cedric, Carlos and Luis have all made it to the final round. Hopefully Keith gets better soon as I suck at taking photos. If you read Wednesday's report, its a little smaller than Wednesday but there is still tons of swell in the water. It seems like we should continue to have waves for a few more days. Click here to see the new webcam and pics from today's forecast.
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones -
We're getting that north swell, but not ALL of it, so waves are fun - not big - but pretty good shape. Best times are, as always, dawn to 10:00 or 11:00 am and then the last hour at sunset - clean & light offshore winds. "Felix Navi-daddy-o", amigos! Coconut Harry www.coconutharrys.com
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We have had unseasonal rain the last few days. The storms have made the surf sloppy and unorganized. Waist to head high with hard onshores in the afternoons.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The surf will be staying in the head high range through the first part of the upcoming week. Mid week will see an increase in SW swell and is forecast to get even bigger for next weekend.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have a pretty low low tide running through the mornings this week. Negra will be very good if swell is hitting the reef from the right direction. Could be a real rock dance though. Check out Langosta or the Avellanas rivermouth. It will be fun there with less crowd.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: See what the surf is like right now...www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik, with the Nosara surf report -
Fun surf again today! Sets overhead, clean. Most folks blew it by surfing too far south, as the N. Side of the bay was firing...
The Nosara Surf Team, a local surf team that rewards young surfers who stay in school and help their community needs donations! On your next trip down please help us by bringing any old baggies, leashes, lycras, boards, ect... to help our surf team. Surf supplies are hard to get and expensive in Costa Rica, and your junk would make some local groms super stoked! You can drop off supplies at Wanderlust Realty or email me for details here . Thanks, Erik.
Monday, December 11, 2006
CR Surf Report for 12-11-06
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 361
December 11th, 2006
TOP NEWS
Next CNS contests - December 16 and 17th in Tamarindo, January 6 to 7th in Jaco (for the Juniors, too)
Debt for Education and the Environment - Three influential U.S. senators made a pledge to promote pardoning the Costa Rican debt with the United States on the condition that those funds would be invested on improving education and the protection of the environment. From www.insidecostarica.com
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - A big north swell will makes its appearance by Monday afternoon, tossing in two foot overhead sets Tuesday along with the consistent head high to overhead surf. Wednesday it fades a foot along the Guanacaste coast and Thursday it's back to head high for them, but farther south overhead sets come every 20 minutes. Friday through Sunday it is more inconsistent, but still chest to head and by next Tuesday some more South swell arrives.
Caribbean - A few chest high waves can be found Monday and Tuesday, but it's waist high for Wednesday and knee to waist for Thursday going into the weekend. East swell expected to bring some chest to head high surf by Monday.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 12/11/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 7.83 feet at 7:08 a.m.
Low Tide - 1.13 feet at 1:17 p.m.
New Moon - 12/20
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
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AREA REPORTS (sent in on 12/9 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Our little shoulder/head high swell picked up Thursday and locked in on the main peak for some great afternoon sessions. The afternoon off shores switched yesterday for an hour and blrmished a great afternoon of small perfect surf.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Get it early in the morning. The afternoon off shores are not dependable for the next few days.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: There are interesting peaks everywhere in the bay. The main peak in front of the hotel is especially consistent right now. Try the rock at the north end of Playa Grande for a "gettaway".
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Ask at the hotel about the student's quarters and apartments for unbelievable bargains during the high season in Playa Grande right in front of the main breaks.
** From Diana at Pura Mar Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Winds have been almost only off shore for several weeks now. The water temp has dropped making us dig out our insulated rashguards. A nice swell during the beginning of the week has tapered off into waist high waves. A swell is predicted for the weekend which could change things. El viento ha sido off shore casi todo el tiempo por varios semanas, bajando la temperatura del agua. Un swell pequeno al principio de la semana paso y tenemos ahora olas de a la cintura. Otro swell supuestamente viene este fin de semana lo cual cambiara todo.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): This weekend expect lots of sun, lots of wind sand in your beach towel and small pretty surf. Ignore that last part if the swell comes in. Este fin de semana espere mucho sol, mucho viento, arena en su pano y lindas olas pequenas. Si entra el swell, ignora la ultima parte.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Langosta has been a lot better than Tamarindo, recently, and Playa Grande also. In Tamarindo there's been some surf in front of the Diria Hotel and as always at the main beach break south of the estuary.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (12/10)-
Today, we went to witch's rock and ollies point. The waves were very fun. It wasn't huge, but plenty big enough to be fun. It was about chest high to a bit overhead on the sets. The wind was offshore, making perfect conditions. Click here to see the new webcam and pics from today's forecast.
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones (12/8)-
We're looking at a "hint" of the new SW swell sneaking in - bigger set waves around the higher tides. Glassy early with light onshore and sideshore winds until late afternoon. Look for consistent chest high surf with bigger size on set waves. Coconut Harry -- "Work Less - Surf More" www.coconutharrys.com
** From Erik, with the Nosara surf report -
Super good surf today in the well overhead range!!! Good form with a higher tide this morning. Matt took some photos, and sent over some of me, which don't show the size of the sets... So, take a look at the form, but add a few feet. The surf was better as the tide was dropping... There were actually some barrels at Guiones.
The Nosara Surf Team, a local surf team that rewards young surfers who stay in school and help their community needs donations! On your next trip down please help us by bringing any old baggies, leashes, lycras, boards, ect... to help our surf team. Surf supplies are hard to get and expensive in Costa Rica, and your junk would make some local groms super stoked! You can drop off supplies at Wanderlust Realty or email me for details here . Thanks, Erik.
** From Marco at Hotel Resort Totem in Playa Cocles -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: 2 pies
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): sol y olas en aumento 5-6 pies domingo.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor
lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: beach break playa cocles, salsa brava.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: open new Italian restaurant. La taberna del pescador
Volume 8, Issue 361
December 11th, 2006
TOP NEWS
Next CNS contests - December 16 and 17th in Tamarindo, January 6 to 7th in Jaco (for the Juniors, too)
Debt for Education and the Environment - Three influential U.S. senators made a pledge to promote pardoning the Costa Rican debt with the United States on the condition that those funds would be invested on improving education and the protection of the environment. From www.insidecostarica.com
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - A big north swell will makes its appearance by Monday afternoon, tossing in two foot overhead sets Tuesday along with the consistent head high to overhead surf. Wednesday it fades a foot along the Guanacaste coast and Thursday it's back to head high for them, but farther south overhead sets come every 20 minutes. Friday through Sunday it is more inconsistent, but still chest to head and by next Tuesday some more South swell arrives.
Caribbean - A few chest high waves can be found Monday and Tuesday, but it's waist high for Wednesday and knee to waist for Thursday going into the weekend. East swell expected to bring some chest to head high surf by Monday.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 12/11/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 7.83 feet at 7:08 a.m.
Low Tide - 1.13 feet at 1:17 p.m.
New Moon - 12/20
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 12/9 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Our little shoulder/head high swell picked up Thursday and locked in on the main peak for some great afternoon sessions. The afternoon off shores switched yesterday for an hour and blrmished a great afternoon of small perfect surf.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Get it early in the morning. The afternoon off shores are not dependable for the next few days.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: There are interesting peaks everywhere in the bay. The main peak in front of the hotel is especially consistent right now. Try the rock at the north end of Playa Grande for a "gettaway".
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Ask at the hotel about the student's quarters and apartments for unbelievable bargains during the high season in Playa Grande right in front of the main breaks.
** From Diana at Pura Mar Surf Shop in Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Winds have been almost only off shore for several weeks now. The water temp has dropped making us dig out our insulated rashguards. A nice swell during the beginning of the week has tapered off into waist high waves. A swell is predicted for the weekend which could change things. El viento ha sido off shore casi todo el tiempo por varios semanas, bajando la temperatura del agua. Un swell pequeno al principio de la semana paso y tenemos ahora olas de a la cintura. Otro swell supuestamente viene este fin de semana lo cual cambiara todo.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): This weekend expect lots of sun, lots of wind sand in your beach towel and small pretty surf. Ignore that last part if the swell comes in. Este fin de semana espere mucho sol, mucho viento, arena en su pano y lindas olas pequenas. Si entra el swell, ignora la ultima parte.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Langosta has been a lot better than Tamarindo, recently, and Playa Grande also. In Tamarindo there's been some surf in front of the Diria Hotel and as always at the main beach break south of the estuary.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (12/10)-
Today, we went to witch's rock and ollies point. The waves were very fun. It wasn't huge, but plenty big enough to be fun. It was about chest high to a bit overhead on the sets. The wind was offshore, making perfect conditions. Click here to see the new webcam and pics from today's forecast.
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones (12/8)-
We're looking at a "hint" of the new SW swell sneaking in - bigger set waves around the higher tides. Glassy early with light onshore and sideshore winds until late afternoon. Look for consistent chest high surf with bigger size on set waves. Coconut Harry -- "Work Less - Surf More" www.coconutharrys.com
** From Erik, with the Nosara surf report -
Super good surf today in the well overhead range!!! Good form with a higher tide this morning. Matt took some photos, and sent over some of me, which don't show the size of the sets... So, take a look at the form, but add a few feet. The surf was better as the tide was dropping... There were actually some barrels at Guiones.
The Nosara Surf Team, a local surf team that rewards young surfers who stay in school and help their community needs donations! On your next trip down please help us by bringing any old baggies, leashes, lycras, boards, ect... to help our surf team. Surf supplies are hard to get and expensive in Costa Rica, and your junk would make some local groms super stoked! You can drop off supplies at Wanderlust Realty or email me for details here . Thanks, Erik.
** From Marco at Hotel Resort Totem in Playa Cocles -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: 2 pies
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): sol y olas en aumento 5-6 pies domingo.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor
lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: beach break playa cocles, salsa brava.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: open new Italian restaurant. La taberna del pescador
Sunday, December 3, 2006
CR Surf Report for 12-3-06
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 360
December 3rd, 2006
TOP NEWS
Next CNS contests - December 16 and 17th in Tamarindo, January 6 to 7th in Jaco (for the Juniors, too)
Isaac Vega wins at Playa Avellanas. Natalie Bernold wins for the women. For more Circuito Nacional Tour News - Read more..
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Overhead waves for the wakeup session Monday, get up early before it's gone with the dropping tide. A foot smaller on Tuesday, and by Wednesday back to chest high with a rare head high set. Thursday is small, too, but on Friday the first overhead sets appear with a 18 second period. By Saturday the overhead sets are the norm, and it stays the same for Sunday and Monday. Past that, consistent head high surf.
Caribbean - Still lots of powerful surf, 1 to 3 foot overhead all day Monday, and leftovers Tuesday morning. By the end of the day it drops down to a foot overhead and by Wednesday drops to head high. Thursday and Friday the waves come in at chest high, more inconsistent during the dropping tide. More NE swell showing for next week.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 12/3/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 8.00 feet at 7:01 a.m.
Low Tide - .99 feet at 1:12 p.m.
Full Moon - 12/4
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 12/2 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The head high swell we have been enjoying here is perfect for Playa Grande. It's full of surprises at different tides and on different days. The off shores are cooperating and the water is clear and warm.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Although the tides are moving toward mid day, the off shores are picking up for good conditions. Wear lots of sun protection.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: There is surf everywhere in the bay. The rock at the north end of the beach is often overlooked as a great beginners spot when the swell is small. The breaks in the middle of the bay in Palm Beach, which are often overlooked, have been excellent.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (12/1)-
Witch's rock today was very fun. it was about waist to head high, maybe a little bit bigger on the sets. the wind was light at first, then it picked up. It was offshore though, so it didn't hurt the surf. Ollies point had too high of a tide the whole time we were there today, so we only surfed witch's.
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been in the head high to a couple feet overhead range. Bright sunny skies and offshore winds in the mornings switching to onshore by mid afternoon. WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): It stays overhead through the first part of the week. Dropping to waist to chest high mid week and picking back up to overhead by next weekend. BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have full moon low tides running through the mornings this week. That means things will be a little show early but as the tide rises midday the surf will be at it's best. Check out Sapo's at Langosta early and Avellanas or Negra from midday on. NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: See what the surf looks like right now at Playa Negra. www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones -
Overhead and 'shmokin' - good shape and offshore wind. Pura Vida, Coconut Harry www.coconutharrys.com SURF * EAT * SLEEP * REPEAT
** From Sunrise at the Samara Surf School -
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: **A new after school program and local library have been developed. All thanks to our lovely Maria Schwab, via Intercultura spanish school. Foundation CREAR- come help and be a part of inspiring our future, the youth. www.fundacioncrear.org **Also help support our local recycling program, find an item and RECYCLE IT!
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Boy am I late , surfs up some overhead sets right here in Jaco and pretty thumpy at Hermosa this a.m., conditions are okay if a bit straight on for the beachbreaks, check Oeste tomorrow in the afternoon , could be good ! Weathers nice and plenty of tourists on the road who need your valuable info too , like how to avoid theft and other problems , remember every thief who gets away with stealing something is stealing your next years and the followings income. If the nice people who come here keep getting ripped off and you don't do something to PREVENT it then you too will feel the pinch in the pocketbook > I know noone wants to risk their lives over some guys backpack but if we just watch and warn the people then the thieves will have nothing to steal and they will have to move on , its not that hard and we do not have room for APATHY [not caring] on this one, lets make Costa Rica a nice place again and anyone living here for more than 10 years knows what a nice place it is when we don't have to be afraid of someone stealing from us or our friends. DON'T LET THE DIRTBAGS AND DRUG ADDICTS RUN OR RUIN OUR LIVES , IF THEY SET-UP SHOP IN FRONT OF YOUR BUSINESS TELL THEM TO "MOVE ON" . If you don't help us to help solve this problem you should LEAVE ! Harsh but true ! If a shop owner in your town seems to get caught with too many stolen boards on a regular basis then don't do business with him or her they are also part of the problem, don't buy anything at a pawn shop or from the local idiot because he gave you a great deal on the nice laptop or camera etc., its probably stolen .Come on lets make it better not just make a few bucks today but make a future for all of us and those that come after us . Thanks A FRIEND IN COSTA RICA !
Volume 8, Issue 360
December 3rd, 2006
TOP NEWS
Next CNS contests - December 16 and 17th in Tamarindo, January 6 to 7th in Jaco (for the Juniors, too)
Isaac Vega wins at Playa Avellanas. Natalie Bernold wins for the women. For more Circuito Nacional Tour News - Read more..
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Overhead waves for the wakeup session Monday, get up early before it's gone with the dropping tide. A foot smaller on Tuesday, and by Wednesday back to chest high with a rare head high set. Thursday is small, too, but on Friday the first overhead sets appear with a 18 second period. By Saturday the overhead sets are the norm, and it stays the same for Sunday and Monday. Past that, consistent head high surf.
Caribbean - Still lots of powerful surf, 1 to 3 foot overhead all day Monday, and leftovers Tuesday morning. By the end of the day it drops down to a foot overhead and by Wednesday drops to head high. Thursday and Friday the waves come in at chest high, more inconsistent during the dropping tide. More NE swell showing for next week.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 12/3/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 8.00 feet at 7:01 a.m.
Low Tide - .99 feet at 1:12 p.m.
Full Moon - 12/4
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
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AREA REPORTS (sent in on 12/2 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The head high swell we have been enjoying here is perfect for Playa Grande. It's full of surprises at different tides and on different days. The off shores are cooperating and the water is clear and warm.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Although the tides are moving toward mid day, the off shores are picking up for good conditions. Wear lots of sun protection.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: There is surf everywhere in the bay. The rock at the north end of the beach is often overlooked as a great beginners spot when the swell is small. The breaks in the middle of the bay in Palm Beach, which are often overlooked, have been excellent.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (12/1)-
Witch's rock today was very fun. it was about waist to head high, maybe a little bit bigger on the sets. the wind was light at first, then it picked up. It was offshore though, so it didn't hurt the surf. Ollies point had too high of a tide the whole time we were there today, so we only surfed witch's.
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been in the head high to a couple feet overhead range. Bright sunny skies and offshore winds in the mornings switching to onshore by mid afternoon. WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): It stays overhead through the first part of the week. Dropping to waist to chest high mid week and picking back up to overhead by next weekend. BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have full moon low tides running through the mornings this week. That means things will be a little show early but as the tide rises midday the surf will be at it's best. Check out Sapo's at Langosta early and Avellanas or Negra from midday on. NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: See what the surf looks like right now at Playa Negra. www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones -
Overhead and 'shmokin' - good shape and offshore wind. Pura Vida, Coconut Harry www.coconutharrys.com SURF * EAT * SLEEP * REPEAT
** From Sunrise at the Samara Surf School -
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: **A new after school program and local library have been developed. All thanks to our lovely Maria Schwab, via Intercultura spanish school. Foundation CREAR- come help and be a part of inspiring our future, the youth. www.fundacioncrear.org **Also help support our local recycling program, find an item and RECYCLE IT!
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Boy am I late , surfs up some overhead sets right here in Jaco and pretty thumpy at Hermosa this a.m., conditions are okay if a bit straight on for the beachbreaks, check Oeste tomorrow in the afternoon , could be good ! Weathers nice and plenty of tourists on the road who need your valuable info too , like how to avoid theft and other problems , remember every thief who gets away with stealing something is stealing your next years and the followings income. If the nice people who come here keep getting ripped off and you don't do something to PREVENT it then you too will feel the pinch in the pocketbook > I know noone wants to risk their lives over some guys backpack but if we just watch and warn the people then the thieves will have nothing to steal and they will have to move on , its not that hard and we do not have room for APATHY [not caring] on this one, lets make Costa Rica a nice place again and anyone living here for more than 10 years knows what a nice place it is when we don't have to be afraid of someone stealing from us or our friends. DON'T LET THE DIRTBAGS AND DRUG ADDICTS RUN OR RUIN OUR LIVES , IF THEY SET-UP SHOP IN FRONT OF YOUR BUSINESS TELL THEM TO "MOVE ON" . If you don't help us to help solve this problem you should LEAVE ! Harsh but true ! If a shop owner in your town seems to get caught with too many stolen boards on a regular basis then don't do business with him or her they are also part of the problem, don't buy anything at a pawn shop or from the local idiot because he gave you a great deal on the nice laptop or camera etc., its probably stolen .Come on lets make it better not just make a few bucks today but make a future for all of us and those that come after us . Thanks A FRIEND IN COSTA RICA !
Monday, November 27, 2006
CR Surf Report for 11-27-06
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 359
November 27th, 2006
TOP NEWS
Isaac Vega wins the Open Division at the Pinalla Classic, held in 2-3 foot waves in Playa Avellanas. Natalie Bernold wins for the women. For more Circuito Nacional Tour News - Read more..
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Tamarindo Moves to Control Waste Water. Path is Clear for Private Entity to Operate Public Sewerage Service - By Ralph Nicholson of The Beach Times
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Chest high surf with a few head high sets are the call Tuesday through Thursday. Friday it grows a foot from a SW swell mixed with some waves from the West, sticking around for the weekend. It's back to chest high by Monday and nothing major for all next week. Head to the Caribbean this weekend!
Caribbean - Surf is waist high Tuesday with the first sets arriving once an hour - chest to head high. Wednesday the sets come more frequently, every half hour, and by Thursday evening sets are a foot overhead. Friday the ENE swell arrives in full force, 1-2 foot overhead, and all weekend a few 3+ foot overhead sets make the reefs dreamy.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 11/27/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 8.00 feet at 7:01 a.m.
Low Tide - .99 feet at 1:12 p.m.
Full Moon - 12/4
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
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AREA REPORTS (sent in on 11/25 or posted)
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (11/26)-
Today, we went to the avellanes rivermouth for the contest. the waves were not really over waist high...but the wind was good, so it was pretty clean and fun. Tomorrow should be the start of a rise in the swell. i'll let you know how it goes.
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been in the waist high range for the last few days with strong offshore winds all day. I guess the rainy season is over.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Look for continued small surf in the waist to maybe chest high range for the next few days. Beautiful beach weather though.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The surf is going to be small until Wednesday when it should start to pick up and may get to head high to a little bit over head by Thursday. It's high tide running through the mornings this week and will really shut down the little swell we have. Afternoons will be the best bet on the incoming tides. Try Playa Grande or Playa Negra in the afternoon.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out photos from today's surf at Playa Negra. www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones -
It's small, but some fun sets hitting around higher tides, so as Craig Sutton from Jax Beach, FL says "It's all about the tide". At least the winds have stopped howling and its warm & sunny now. Pura Vida, Ccconut Harry
** From Sunrise at the Samara Surf School -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The swell has backed way down, some 3 foot waves rolling into our safely protected bay...... But with such incredible form and beautiful shape, it makes surfing fun. Grab your long boards and come on down to samara beach, off shore winds beautiful morning and evening sesh's.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The new moon has already passed so we are in the middle of the cycle, hopefully we'll see some size in the next week, but for this weekend mostly just 3 foot killer barrels rolling in. Lots of wind, offshore at times with lots of sun on it's way. Welcome to the dry season.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Best spot in Samara is right in front of the Las Brisas Del Pacifico Hotel. No localism or crowds. Waves may not be as big as other cities, but mellow and safe beach break, with extremely easy access. Perfect for surfers of all levels.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: **A new after school program and local library have been developed. All thanks to our lovely Maria Schwab, via Intercultura spanish school. Foundation CREAR- come help and be a part of inspiring our future, the youth. www.fundacioncrear.org **Also help support our local recycling program, find an item and RECYCLE IT!
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Jaco out front 2/3 ft and real clean and glassy ¡ Surf and Spike has really seen nice condition if a bit small for my taste . Final results will be posted on www.wowsurf.net on Monday! Alls well in Jaco had a bit of a preseason rush here the last few days and if this is a sign of things to come we are not ready ! Town is talking that prebook on rooms is running through Jan. 15 th 90% capacity and overbooking is happening at the larger hotels. Alvaro Solano at Vista Guapa Surf Camp is after dec.15 th booked solid thru Feb. and then remains busy thru March and Spring Break. If you are a school owner and need equpiment for the spring break period you only have a few days left to place your orders for 5 th March Delivery of N.S.P.and Sunset surfboards. Great prices and fantastic product. To see the boards go to www.globalsurfindustries.com and call me for school prices and wholesale . Pura Vida, Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF.
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: Shoulder high waves with good runs at mid-tide and lower. Higher tides are mushy and require longer boards.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Sadly, the same.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Hermosa or Dominical at lower tides.
** From Marco at the Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y
condiciones: 5 -7 pies
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va
a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): lluvia y olas con viento
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor
lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: playa cocles
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: lounge nigth cafe' viejo...open Taberna del Pescador Puerto viejo
Volume 8, Issue 359
November 27th, 2006
TOP NEWS
Isaac Vega wins the Open Division at the Pinalla Classic, held in 2-3 foot waves in Playa Avellanas. Natalie Bernold wins for the women. For more Circuito Nacional Tour News - Read more..
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Tamarindo Moves to Control Waste Water. Path is Clear for Private Entity to Operate Public Sewerage Service - By Ralph Nicholson of The Beach Times
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Chest high surf with a few head high sets are the call Tuesday through Thursday. Friday it grows a foot from a SW swell mixed with some waves from the West, sticking around for the weekend. It's back to chest high by Monday and nothing major for all next week. Head to the Caribbean this weekend!
Caribbean - Surf is waist high Tuesday with the first sets arriving once an hour - chest to head high. Wednesday the sets come more frequently, every half hour, and by Thursday evening sets are a foot overhead. Friday the ENE swell arrives in full force, 1-2 foot overhead, and all weekend a few 3+ foot overhead sets make the reefs dreamy.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 11/27/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 8.00 feet at 7:01 a.m.
Low Tide - .99 feet at 1:12 p.m.
Full Moon - 12/4
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 11/25 or posted)
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (11/26)-
Today, we went to the avellanes rivermouth for the contest. the waves were not really over waist high...but the wind was good, so it was pretty clean and fun. Tomorrow should be the start of a rise in the swell. i'll let you know how it goes.
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been in the waist high range for the last few days with strong offshore winds all day. I guess the rainy season is over.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Look for continued small surf in the waist to maybe chest high range for the next few days. Beautiful beach weather though.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The surf is going to be small until Wednesday when it should start to pick up and may get to head high to a little bit over head by Thursday. It's high tide running through the mornings this week and will really shut down the little swell we have. Afternoons will be the best bet on the incoming tides. Try Playa Grande or Playa Negra in the afternoon.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out photos from today's surf at Playa Negra. www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones -
It's small, but some fun sets hitting around higher tides, so as Craig Sutton from Jax Beach, FL says "It's all about the tide". At least the winds have stopped howling and its warm & sunny now. Pura Vida, Ccconut Harry
** From Sunrise at the Samara Surf School -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The swell has backed way down, some 3 foot waves rolling into our safely protected bay...... But with such incredible form and beautiful shape, it makes surfing fun. Grab your long boards and come on down to samara beach, off shore winds beautiful morning and evening sesh's.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The new moon has already passed so we are in the middle of the cycle, hopefully we'll see some size in the next week, but for this weekend mostly just 3 foot killer barrels rolling in. Lots of wind, offshore at times with lots of sun on it's way. Welcome to the dry season.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Best spot in Samara is right in front of the Las Brisas Del Pacifico Hotel. No localism or crowds. Waves may not be as big as other cities, but mellow and safe beach break, with extremely easy access. Perfect for surfers of all levels.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: **A new after school program and local library have been developed. All thanks to our lovely Maria Schwab, via Intercultura spanish school. Foundation CREAR- come help and be a part of inspiring our future, the youth. www.fundacioncrear.org **Also help support our local recycling program, find an item and RECYCLE IT!
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Jaco out front 2/3 ft and real clean and glassy ¡ Surf and Spike has really seen nice condition if a bit small for my taste . Final results will be posted on www.wowsurf.net on Monday! Alls well in Jaco had a bit of a preseason rush here the last few days and if this is a sign of things to come we are not ready ! Town is talking that prebook on rooms is running through Jan. 15 th 90% capacity and overbooking is happening at the larger hotels. Alvaro Solano at Vista Guapa Surf Camp is after dec.15 th booked solid thru Feb. and then remains busy thru March and Spring Break. If you are a school owner and need equpiment for the spring break period you only have a few days left to place your orders for 5 th March Delivery of N.S.P.and Sunset surfboards. Great prices and fantastic product. To see the boards go to www.globalsurfindustries.com and call me for school prices and wholesale . Pura Vida, Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF.
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: Shoulder high waves with good runs at mid-tide and lower. Higher tides are mushy and require longer boards.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Sadly, the same.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Hermosa or Dominical at lower tides.
** From Marco at the Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y
condiciones: 5 -7 pies
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va
a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): lluvia y olas con viento
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor
lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: playa cocles
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: lounge nigth cafe' viejo...open Taberna del Pescador Puerto viejo
Thursday, November 23, 2006
CR Surf Report for 11-23-06
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 358
November 23rd, 2006
TOP NEWS
First Dates for the Circuito Nacional Tour. Read more.. Segunda fecha: 25 y 26 de noviembre del 2006, Playa Avellanas de Santa Cruz, Guanacaste (categorÃa open )
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. This letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Tamarindo Moves to Control Waste Water. Path is Clear for Private Entity to Operate Public Sewerage Service - By Ralph Nicholson of The Beach Times
The 5th Annual 2006 COSTA RICA SURF & SPIKE at the JACO BEACH BEST WESTERN HOTEL
*Surfing competition: Thurs. 11/23 – Sat. 11/25/06 (3 day competition)
*Beach Volleyball Pro/Am competition: Fri. 11/24 – Sat. 11/25/06 (2 day competition)
*Sinjin Smith & Randy Stoklos Beach Volleyball Camp: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day camp)
*Surfing Clinic: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day clinic)
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Today's overhead surf is gone tomorrow, head high leftovers from the WSW. Friday is smaller still, chest high with only a couple of head high sets each hour. The same for Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and only by Tuesday will the head high sets return. For the weekend it will be even smaller at the lower tides, so grab that longboard.
Caribbean - Head high with 1-2 foot overhead sets surf greets the dawn patrollers with a solid North swell hitting the coast with a 8 second period. Swell starts to fade by Thursday afternoon and by Friday it's down to head high with a lot fewer big sets. Saturday it drops another foot to chest high, and by Sunday the swell is gone. Waist high leftovers for Monday and Tuesday, and a glimmer of chest high hope on Thursday.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 11/23/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 8.18 feet at 3:52 p.m.
Low Tide - .26 feet at 9:35 a.m.
Full Moon - 12/4
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 11/19 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We've had strange conditions here all week with both good and bad surf in the head high range. Saturday was head high and on shore in the afternoon for high tide, but there was enough shape to have a good time. A hand full of surfers were in the water after a short rain fall and caught some great off shore bowls before the tide dropped out completely.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The high tide is in the afternoon and the surf will continue to be tricky until Mon. or Tues when we are going to get hit with all day off shores as our off shore season moves in.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: In spite of the lack of off shores, all the breaks around the hotel are working and fun.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (11/22)-
Marbella was very good yesterday morning. waist to shoulder high and great conditions. it was the first day with strong offshores all day long. the first 4 pictures are from there. The rivermouth was clean also, although much smaller, at about knee to thigh high, with some waist high sets. Playa grande had good condtions too, but with about the same size as the rivermouth.
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been a bit overhead with a few way overhead sets. Conditions are different everyday with everything from beautiful sunny offshores to onshore blownout at sunrise. Rain in the afternoons almost everyday.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Expect small surf. We are losing this past weeks southswell. As the rainy season comes slowly to an end, look for less rain and more offshore wind.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The tide is pretty low all this coming week right through the middle of the mornings. With the small surf on tap for the next few days, check out Playa Negra or Sapo's at Playa Langosta.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: CheckoutthecoolestCostaRicaphotoseverat www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones -
The rain has slacked off and so have the waves - diminished size with fun peaks around the higher tides. Light sideshore winds through mid afternoon, and then glassing off for sunset. Pura Vida
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Yeah sure the rainy season is over, plenty wet here still but super good waves so no problems! Headhigh surf abounds at Hermosa on the incoming and gets fat at high tide but what the heck it doesnt matter ¡ Business is good and lost of tourists on the roads and I hope they use much care with their belongings because the thieves haven't gone away ! Surf and Spike this coming weekend at the Best Western so should be lots of fun ! Stop on by and get a free treasure map! Tuanis and Pura Vida, Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !!!
** From Andrea at Waves CR Surf Camp in Playa Hermosa -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Dropped down a bit. But atleast the sun's been out!Yes definitely can tell Summertime is around the corner.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Waist to shoulder high in Hermosa, great conditions though, sunny, side shore, clean.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: I will definitely recommend the beach breaks down the beach. NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Water Star 2007!
** From Rancho Coral in Playa Esterillos -
Local Climate: Nice, Air Temp: 94F. Water Temp 87F, Direction & Height: South South 2 to 4 feet., Sea Surface: Glassy, Winds: South 3 MPH, Sunrise: 5:53 AM, Sunset: 6:16 PM Current Conditions: Good waves right now off the east peak. We have the Juniors Surfing today at Boca Barranca at The Season Opener for The Federacion de Surf, Costa Rica, Good luck to all the competitors, Pura Vida!
** From Marco at the Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y
condiciones: 2-3 pies
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va
a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): sol y poca olas
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor
lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: beach break
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: cafe' viejo lounge night
Volume 8, Issue 358
November 23rd, 2006
TOP NEWS
First Dates for the Circuito Nacional Tour. Read more.. Segunda fecha: 25 y 26 de noviembre del 2006, Playa Avellanas de Santa Cruz, Guanacaste (categorÃa open )
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. This letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Tamarindo Moves to Control Waste Water. Path is Clear for Private Entity to Operate Public Sewerage Service - By Ralph Nicholson of The Beach Times
The 5th Annual 2006 COSTA RICA SURF & SPIKE at the JACO BEACH BEST WESTERN HOTEL
*Surfing competition: Thurs. 11/23 – Sat. 11/25/06 (3 day competition)
*Beach Volleyball Pro/Am competition: Fri. 11/24 – Sat. 11/25/06 (2 day competition)
*Sinjin Smith & Randy Stoklos Beach Volleyball Camp: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day camp)
*Surfing Clinic: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day clinic)
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Today's overhead surf is gone tomorrow, head high leftovers from the WSW. Friday is smaller still, chest high with only a couple of head high sets each hour. The same for Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and only by Tuesday will the head high sets return. For the weekend it will be even smaller at the lower tides, so grab that longboard.
Caribbean - Head high with 1-2 foot overhead sets surf greets the dawn patrollers with a solid North swell hitting the coast with a 8 second period. Swell starts to fade by Thursday afternoon and by Friday it's down to head high with a lot fewer big sets. Saturday it drops another foot to chest high, and by Sunday the swell is gone. Waist high leftovers for Monday and Tuesday, and a glimmer of chest high hope on Thursday.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 11/23/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 8.18 feet at 3:52 p.m.
Low Tide - .26 feet at 9:35 a.m.
Full Moon - 12/4
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
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AREA REPORTS (sent in on 11/19 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We've had strange conditions here all week with both good and bad surf in the head high range. Saturday was head high and on shore in the afternoon for high tide, but there was enough shape to have a good time. A hand full of surfers were in the water after a short rain fall and caught some great off shore bowls before the tide dropped out completely.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The high tide is in the afternoon and the surf will continue to be tricky until Mon. or Tues when we are going to get hit with all day off shores as our off shore season moves in.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: In spite of the lack of off shores, all the breaks around the hotel are working and fun.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (11/22)-
Marbella was very good yesterday morning. waist to shoulder high and great conditions. it was the first day with strong offshores all day long. the first 4 pictures are from there. The rivermouth was clean also, although much smaller, at about knee to thigh high, with some waist high sets. Playa grande had good condtions too, but with about the same size as the rivermouth.
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been a bit overhead with a few way overhead sets. Conditions are different everyday with everything from beautiful sunny offshores to onshore blownout at sunrise. Rain in the afternoons almost everyday.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Expect small surf. We are losing this past weeks southswell. As the rainy season comes slowly to an end, look for less rain and more offshore wind.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The tide is pretty low all this coming week right through the middle of the mornings. With the small surf on tap for the next few days, check out Playa Negra or Sapo's at Playa Langosta.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: CheckoutthecoolestCostaRicaphotoseverat www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones -
The rain has slacked off and so have the waves - diminished size with fun peaks around the higher tides. Light sideshore winds through mid afternoon, and then glassing off for sunset. Pura Vida
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Yeah sure the rainy season is over, plenty wet here still but super good waves so no problems! Headhigh surf abounds at Hermosa on the incoming and gets fat at high tide but what the heck it doesnt matter ¡ Business is good and lost of tourists on the roads and I hope they use much care with their belongings because the thieves haven't gone away ! Surf and Spike this coming weekend at the Best Western so should be lots of fun ! Stop on by and get a free treasure map! Tuanis and Pura Vida, Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !!!
** From Andrea at Waves CR Surf Camp in Playa Hermosa -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Dropped down a bit. But atleast the sun's been out!Yes definitely can tell Summertime is around the corner.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Waist to shoulder high in Hermosa, great conditions though, sunny, side shore, clean.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: I will definitely recommend the beach breaks down the beach. NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Water Star 2007!
** From Rancho Coral in Playa Esterillos -
Local Climate: Nice, Air Temp: 94F. Water Temp 87F, Direction & Height: South South 2 to 4 feet., Sea Surface: Glassy, Winds: South 3 MPH, Sunrise: 5:53 AM, Sunset: 6:16 PM Current Conditions: Good waves right now off the east peak. We have the Juniors Surfing today at Boca Barranca at The Season Opener for The Federacion de Surf, Costa Rica, Good luck to all the competitors, Pura Vida!
** From Marco at the Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y
condiciones: 2-3 pies
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va
a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): sol y poca olas
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor
lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: beach break
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: cafe' viejo lounge night
Monday, November 13, 2006
CR Surf Report for 11-13-06
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 357
November 13th, 2006
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - The week starts small, chest high for most of the coast with the rarest head high set. Then Tuesday a few overhead sets come in and by Wednesday overhead is the call, headhigh up north. Thursday the swell peaks in the morning with the rising tide - 1 foot overhead sets arriving every 15 minutes from a double SW and SSW swell. Friday the SW drops off but it's still overhead. By Saturday it's back down to head high, once again a foot smaller up north of Nosara.
Caribbean - The brief punch of head high swell dies quickly on Monday down to waist high by sunset. Then it's knee high for the rest of the week. Break out that snorkeling gear through Saturday.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 11/13/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 7.18 feet at 8:41 a.m.
Low Tide - 1.78 feet at 2:52 p.m.
New Moon - 11/20
TOP NEWS
Nino Medrano wins the Reef Pro in Playa Jaco - with Diego Naranjo coming in a close second. Read more at www.alaslatintour.com
First Dates for the Circuito Nacional Tour. Read more..
Primera fecha: 18 y 19 de noviembre del 2006, Boca Barranca de Puntarenas (categorÃa junior ).
Segunda fecha: 25 y 26 de noviembre del 2006, Playa Avellanas de Santa Cruz, Guanacaste (categorÃa open )
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
The 5th Annual 2006 COSTA RICA SURF & SPIKE at the JACO BEACH BEST WESTERN HOTEL
Surfing competition: Thurs. 11/23 – Sat. 11/25/06 (3 day competition)
Beach Volleyball Pro/Am competition: Fri. 11/24 – Sat. 11/25/06 (2 day competition)
Sinjin Smith & Randy Stoklos Beach Volleyball Camp: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day camp)
Surfing Clinic: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day clinic)
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 11/11 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been running head high to just over head with occasional decent shape (unusually good for this time of the year). The afternoon showers are helping to glass it off. There have been a few days this week that never cleaned up at all. There was some run off silt in the water on Thurs., but we haven't been hit by "chocolate milk" surf yet.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Now that high tide is moving into the morning hours, conditions should improve. We are not encouraging people to come out here right now, but you can take your chances with the light crowds.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The swells are coming straight in and anywhere in the bay that's smooth is a possibility.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (11/10)-
Today, the surf school went to La finca for their graduation trip. the waves were about chest high on the sets, which was bigger than here in tamarindo today. When we first got there, it was glassy, but after a couple hours or so, the wind turned onshore and chopped it up some. It was fun overall though. There may not be surf reports for about the next week, as I am going to peru with a bunch of the guys. Someone may take over for me while i'm gone...but maybe not..
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been small. Robbie says flat. Sunny mornings though with clouds in the afternoon. You can just feel the end of the rainy season that wasn't, just around the corner.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The surf is going to pick up out of the SW. Look for it to start showing Saturday and should be well overhead by this coming Tuesday. It should stay that way into next weekend.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have high tide running through the morning this week so wait for the swell to start showing and head to Langosta. If it is too crowded for you there, try a few of the spots just south of there. Very uncrowded.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the brand new photo galleries from John Lyman Photos. Everything from Bikini Girls to thumpin Playa Negra. Check it all out at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones -
Small surf but good shape - longboards RULE! Best times early mornings - tide is right and winds are light. Pura Vida
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Oh boy the circus is in town, ripping tearing and lacerating wild animals of the two legged fibreglass yielding variety ¡ Waves are fun if small around waist to heda high and hest at midtide right now in the afternoon, plenty of rain kept the animals cool in the midday and then the glassy conditions are on us ¡ Tomorrows event should be real cool to watch and yes the latin boys are killing it ¡ Come on down to the end of my street tomorrow and watch the action ¡ Hang-out and party for bit tomorrow nite and see the reef girls on Sunday ! Come on in and see the new TUFLITE 2s we just got in 100% waterproof and high memory blanks and feel so good in the hands ! Anyways alls good here and we would love to see you ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
** From Rancho Coral in Playa Esterillos -
Local Climate: Nice, Air Temp: 94F. Water Temp 87F, Direction & Height: South Southwest 2 to4 feet, Sea Surface: Glassy, Winds: South 3 MPH. Current Conditions: We have good swell for this weekend's Reef Classic Latin Pro. The Ticos are all advancing against some real hot surfers from all over Latin America. All Rancho Coral Groms passed through to the semi finals and we are hoping for a big finish from our Juniors. Also we had big performances and the day's highest wave score from Gilbert Brown (Men's) and our very own Carlos Munoz (Juniors) great job guys. The Miss Reef contest is tonight along with some concerts on the beach if you are out already you will have a great time. Competitors we will see you bright and early for the Finals bueno noche y Pura Vida!
Volume 8, Issue 357
November 13th, 2006
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - The week starts small, chest high for most of the coast with the rarest head high set. Then Tuesday a few overhead sets come in and by Wednesday overhead is the call, headhigh up north. Thursday the swell peaks in the morning with the rising tide - 1 foot overhead sets arriving every 15 minutes from a double SW and SSW swell. Friday the SW drops off but it's still overhead. By Saturday it's back down to head high, once again a foot smaller up north of Nosara.
Caribbean - The brief punch of head high swell dies quickly on Monday down to waist high by sunset. Then it's knee high for the rest of the week. Break out that snorkeling gear through Saturday.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 11/13/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 7.18 feet at 8:41 a.m.
Low Tide - 1.78 feet at 2:52 p.m.
New Moon - 11/20
TOP NEWS
Nino Medrano wins the Reef Pro in Playa Jaco - with Diego Naranjo coming in a close second. Read more at www.alaslatintour.com
First Dates for the Circuito Nacional Tour. Read more..
Primera fecha: 18 y 19 de noviembre del 2006, Boca Barranca de Puntarenas (categorÃa junior ).
Segunda fecha: 25 y 26 de noviembre del 2006, Playa Avellanas de Santa Cruz, Guanacaste (categorÃa open )
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
The 5th Annual 2006 COSTA RICA SURF & SPIKE at the JACO BEACH BEST WESTERN HOTEL
Surfing competition: Thurs. 11/23 – Sat. 11/25/06 (3 day competition)
Beach Volleyball Pro/Am competition: Fri. 11/24 – Sat. 11/25/06 (2 day competition)
Sinjin Smith & Randy Stoklos Beach Volleyball Camp: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day camp)
Surfing Clinic: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day clinic)
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 11/11 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been running head high to just over head with occasional decent shape (unusually good for this time of the year). The afternoon showers are helping to glass it off. There have been a few days this week that never cleaned up at all. There was some run off silt in the water on Thurs., but we haven't been hit by "chocolate milk" surf yet.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Now that high tide is moving into the morning hours, conditions should improve. We are not encouraging people to come out here right now, but you can take your chances with the light crowds.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The swells are coming straight in and anywhere in the bay that's smooth is a possibility.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (11/10)-
Today, the surf school went to La finca for their graduation trip. the waves were about chest high on the sets, which was bigger than here in tamarindo today. When we first got there, it was glassy, but after a couple hours or so, the wind turned onshore and chopped it up some. It was fun overall though. There may not be surf reports for about the next week, as I am going to peru with a bunch of the guys. Someone may take over for me while i'm gone...but maybe not..
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been small. Robbie says flat. Sunny mornings though with clouds in the afternoon. You can just feel the end of the rainy season that wasn't, just around the corner.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The surf is going to pick up out of the SW. Look for it to start showing Saturday and should be well overhead by this coming Tuesday. It should stay that way into next weekend.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have high tide running through the morning this week so wait for the swell to start showing and head to Langosta. If it is too crowded for you there, try a few of the spots just south of there. Very uncrowded.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the brand new photo galleries from John Lyman Photos. Everything from Bikini Girls to thumpin Playa Negra. Check it all out at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Harry at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones -
Small surf but good shape - longboards RULE! Best times early mornings - tide is right and winds are light. Pura Vida
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Oh boy the circus is in town, ripping tearing and lacerating wild animals of the two legged fibreglass yielding variety ¡ Waves are fun if small around waist to heda high and hest at midtide right now in the afternoon, plenty of rain kept the animals cool in the midday and then the glassy conditions are on us ¡ Tomorrows event should be real cool to watch and yes the latin boys are killing it ¡ Come on down to the end of my street tomorrow and watch the action ¡ Hang-out and party for bit tomorrow nite and see the reef girls on Sunday ! Come on in and see the new TUFLITE 2s we just got in 100% waterproof and high memory blanks and feel so good in the hands ! Anyways alls good here and we would love to see you ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
** From Rancho Coral in Playa Esterillos -
Local Climate: Nice, Air Temp: 94F. Water Temp 87F, Direction & Height: South Southwest 2 to4 feet, Sea Surface: Glassy, Winds: South 3 MPH. Current Conditions: We have good swell for this weekend's Reef Classic Latin Pro. The Ticos are all advancing against some real hot surfers from all over Latin America. All Rancho Coral Groms passed through to the semi finals and we are hoping for a big finish from our Juniors. Also we had big performances and the day's highest wave score from Gilbert Brown (Men's) and our very own Carlos Munoz (Juniors) great job guys. The Miss Reef contest is tonight along with some concerts on the beach if you are out already you will have a great time. Competitors we will see you bright and early for the Finals bueno noche y Pura Vida!
Monday, November 6, 2006
CR Surf Report for 11-6-06
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 356
November 6th, 2006
TOP NEWS
Sofia Mulanovich in Costa Rica...presenting the world premiere, ...movie of her life ...highlighting her surf life......(Peruvian World Champ 2004) Pride for all of Us Latina Surfers.... Presented by Roxy Wed. 8th at Cinemark multiplaza Escazu. Worth the while and the travel to San Jose....
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. This letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Anthony Torres wins Jr. Longboard at the contest honoring the memory of Alex Castro in Jaco, hosted by Christian Surfers group. Read more ...
The Latin American Tour will be stopping in Playa Hermosa on November 10-12th, with $15,000 in prizes.
First Dates for the Circuito Nacional Tour. Read more..
Primera fecha: 18 y 19 de noviembre del 2006, Boca Barranca de Puntarenas (categorÃa junior ).
Segunda fecha: 25 y 26 de noviembre del 2006, Playa Avellanas de Santa Cruz, Guanacaste (categorÃa open )
The 5th Annual 2006 COSTA RICA SURF & SPIKE at the JACO BEACH BEST WESTERN HOTEL
*Surfing competition: Thurs. 11/23 – Sat. 11/25/06 (3 day competition)
*Beach Volleyball Pro/Am competition: Fri. 11/24 – Sat. 11/25/06 (2 day competition)
*Sinjin Smith & Randy Stoklos Beach Volleyball Camp: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day camp)
*Surfing Clinic: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day clinic)
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Sets a foot overhead greet dawn patrollers, and then grow to 2-3 foot overhead as the tide fills in throughout the morning on Monday. Tuesday the last sets roll in every half hour, 1-2 foot overhead on most of them. As the tide drops Tuesday evening, so does the swell and by Wednesday it's back to headhigh to overhead with smaller surf in the northern Nicoya. Thursday through Sunday is continued small surf, from waist high in Tamarindo to head high in Dominical and Esterillos. Some SSW arrives next Monday with more overhead sets, head high on the Guanacaste coast.
Caribbean - East swell pushes in head high surf to the beachbreaks with bigger sets on the reefs. Drops down to chest high by Tuesday afternoon with fewer sets.. Wednesday and Thursday are waist to chest, and Friday only waist high with a chest high set each hour. Some ESE swell on the horizon for the weekend, but it's too early to tell.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 11/6/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
Low Tide - (-.97) feet at 8:55 a.m.
High Tide - 9.49 feet at 3:49 p.m.
Full Moon - 11/5
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 11/4 or posted)
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -
This morning, the surf was good right out front. It was about waist to shoulder high, with offshore winds until noon. after that, the wind turned offshore and it got pretty disorganized, although there were still some long lines with some size coming through.
The pictures on the WRSC stie are from after the wind turned onshore, and they are of the medium waves that came through. The better sets were bigger than the photos shown.
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
REA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been great. Well overhead sets with mostly sunny skies in the mornings and some clouds and some rain in the afternoons. And the lineup in remarkably tourist free. The locals are loving it.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The surf will stay the same for the most part with overhead waves and glassy to offshore mornings and that onshore flow in the afternoons. The tides are extrerme this week with a very low tide running through the mornings all week.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: With the tides being like they are, you should check out Sapo's at Playa Langosta. Also a great low tide spot is the Tamarindo rivermouth.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Do you want to see some cool photos from the Playa Negra area? Check this out: www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Bueno its big down here, not for the fient hearted for sure, way overhead even in Jaco on sets , plenty thick too ¡ Pick out the good one during each half hour and get the wave you alwasy wanted but take the closeouts on the head to do it ¡ There were a couple of good waves at one of loacl obscure points today with the low tide that were actually real clean and longrides ! Charge it ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
** From Andrea at Waves CR Surf Camp in Playa Hermosa -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: a little bit heavy , not too much but it should be picking a little more on saturday...onshore all day and choppy..not too nice.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Bigger on sat andstart to drop down by sunday.... forget about the beach breaks ...head to the point breaks.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Point breaks....
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Sofia Mulanovich in Costa Rica...presenting the world premiere, ...movie of her life ...highlighting her surf life......(Peruvian World Champ 2004) Pride for all of Us Latina Surfers.... Presented by Roxy Wed. 8th at Cinemark multiplaza Escazu. Worth the while and the travel to San Jose....
Volume 8, Issue 356
November 6th, 2006
TOP NEWS
Sofia Mulanovich in Costa Rica...presenting the world premiere, ...movie of her life ...highlighting her surf life......(Peruvian World Champ 2004) Pride for all of Us Latina Surfers.... Presented by Roxy Wed. 8th at Cinemark multiplaza Escazu. Worth the while and the travel to San Jose....
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. This letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Anthony Torres wins Jr. Longboard at the contest honoring the memory of Alex Castro in Jaco, hosted by Christian Surfers group. Read more ...
The Latin American Tour will be stopping in Playa Hermosa on November 10-12th, with $15,000 in prizes.
First Dates for the Circuito Nacional Tour. Read more..
Primera fecha: 18 y 19 de noviembre del 2006, Boca Barranca de Puntarenas (categorÃa junior ).
Segunda fecha: 25 y 26 de noviembre del 2006, Playa Avellanas de Santa Cruz, Guanacaste (categorÃa open )
The 5th Annual 2006 COSTA RICA SURF & SPIKE at the JACO BEACH BEST WESTERN HOTEL
*Surfing competition: Thurs. 11/23 – Sat. 11/25/06 (3 day competition)
*Beach Volleyball Pro/Am competition: Fri. 11/24 – Sat. 11/25/06 (2 day competition)
*Sinjin Smith & Randy Stoklos Beach Volleyball Camp: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day camp)
*Surfing Clinic: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day clinic)
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - Sets a foot overhead greet dawn patrollers, and then grow to 2-3 foot overhead as the tide fills in throughout the morning on Monday. Tuesday the last sets roll in every half hour, 1-2 foot overhead on most of them. As the tide drops Tuesday evening, so does the swell and by Wednesday it's back to headhigh to overhead with smaller surf in the northern Nicoya. Thursday through Sunday is continued small surf, from waist high in Tamarindo to head high in Dominical and Esterillos. Some SSW arrives next Monday with more overhead sets, head high on the Guanacaste coast.
Caribbean - East swell pushes in head high surf to the beachbreaks with bigger sets on the reefs. Drops down to chest high by Tuesday afternoon with fewer sets.. Wednesday and Thursday are waist to chest, and Friday only waist high with a chest high set each hour. Some ESE swell on the horizon for the weekend, but it's too early to tell.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 11/6/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
Low Tide - (-.97) feet at 8:55 a.m.
High Tide - 9.49 feet at 3:49 p.m.
Full Moon - 11/5
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 11/4 or posted)
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -
This morning, the surf was good right out front. It was about waist to shoulder high, with offshore winds until noon. after that, the wind turned offshore and it got pretty disorganized, although there were still some long lines with some size coming through.
The pictures on the WRSC stie are from after the wind turned onshore, and they are of the medium waves that came through. The better sets were bigger than the photos shown.
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
REA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been great. Well overhead sets with mostly sunny skies in the mornings and some clouds and some rain in the afternoons. And the lineup in remarkably tourist free. The locals are loving it.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The surf will stay the same for the most part with overhead waves and glassy to offshore mornings and that onshore flow in the afternoons. The tides are extrerme this week with a very low tide running through the mornings all week.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: With the tides being like they are, you should check out Sapo's at Playa Langosta. Also a great low tide spot is the Tamarindo rivermouth.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Do you want to see some cool photos from the Playa Negra area? Check this out: www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Bueno its big down here, not for the fient hearted for sure, way overhead even in Jaco on sets , plenty thick too ¡ Pick out the good one during each half hour and get the wave you alwasy wanted but take the closeouts on the head to do it ¡ There were a couple of good waves at one of loacl obscure points today with the low tide that were actually real clean and longrides ! Charge it ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
** From Andrea at Waves CR Surf Camp in Playa Hermosa -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: a little bit heavy , not too much but it should be picking a little more on saturday...onshore all day and choppy..not too nice.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Bigger on sat andstart to drop down by sunday.... forget about the beach breaks ...head to the point breaks.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Point breaks....
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Sofia Mulanovich in Costa Rica...presenting the world premiere, ...movie of her life ...highlighting her surf life......(Peruvian World Champ 2004) Pride for all of Us Latina Surfers.... Presented by Roxy Wed. 8th at Cinemark multiplaza Escazu. Worth the while and the travel to San Jose....
Sunday, October 29, 2006
CR Surf Report for 10-29-06
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 355
October 29th, 2006
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - The swell is coming, Tuesday morning the sets are two foot overhead, a foot overhead up north Wednesday the sets get more organized, and sets 3 foot overhead arrive Thursday. Stays big Friday - Saturday, 2-3 foot overhead SSW swell with a 14 second period, 1 foot overhead in da-Bay at midtide. Sunday and next Monday is still 2+, and by Tuesday it grows to back to 3 foot overhead down south.
Caribbean - Knee to waist high waves on Monday and Tuesday morning. In the afternoon the sets grow to chest high and by Wednesday, the sets get more frequent, every 15 minutes. Thursday the sets are head high, but less frequent, and by Friday only arrive once an hour, with most surf waist high.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 10/29/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 7.64 feet at 7:12 a.m.
Low Tide - 1.46 feet at 1:28 p.m.
Full Moon - 11/5
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Anthony Torres wins Jr. Longboard at the contest honoring the memory of Alex Castro in Jaco, hosted by Christian Surfers group. Read more ...
The Latin American Tour will be stopping in Playa Hermosa on November 10-12th, with $15,000 in prizes.
The 5th Annual 2006 COSTA RICA SURF & SPIKE at the JACO BEACH BEST WESTERN HOTEL
* Surfing competition: Thurs. 11/23 – Sat. 11/25/06 (3 day competition)
* Beach Volleyball Pro/Am competition: Fri. 11/24 – Sat. 11/25/06 (2 day competition)
* Sinjin Smith & Randy Stoklos Beach Volleyball Camp: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day camp)
* Surfing Clinic: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day clinic)
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
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AREA REPORTS (sent in on 10/28 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We have been enjoying a nice, just overhead swell for the last few days. The summertime off shores are sculpting out perfect bowls for the light crowd. The wind is switching to on shore in the afternoon.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): It should be excellent for the morning high tides this week.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The entire bay has peaks working all the way to Tamarindo.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -
2 days ago (thursday), avellanes was really fun at avellanes. chest to head high + and clean conditions. the rivermouth in tamarindo was good as well. clean, although somewhat smaller.
yesterday (friday), we took a surf tour to marbella. it was glassy and big. nice barrels with offshore winds. it was about 4-7 feet. the outer reef was working at 6-8ft, some sets were bigger than that. The surf school went to La finca, where it was 4-6 feet on the sets, although it was somewhat less clean with light onshore winds.
and today, we went to avellanes. it was very glassy, although rather small, with waves about thigh to shoulder high. it was a perfect longboarding day.
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been big. Playa Negra has seen big closeout sets beyond the boil rock. Avellanas rivermouth was double overhead plus. Robbie got the barrel of his life. The weird weather is still with us and different everyday. Some nice mornings.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The surf will come down a bit through the weekend with headhigh sets. By mid week the waves will pickup out of the south with way overhead sets. Low tide is right in the middle of the day so those morning sessions at Negra will be great with the outgoing tide all morning.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: At Avellanas the left in front of Lolas will be good for the weekend. Check out Negra at mid week. It will be going off.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: John Lyman will shoot you 40 times an hour. John Lyman Photos at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Sunrise at the Samara Surf School -
rain is hitting the beautiful Samara beach this week, but looks like the swell is up. So bring your boards and come surfing. Good surf times are early mornings and mid day to late afternoons.
Nice glassy evening sesh's, with occasional wind and chop but some nice form. New and upcoming events: Samara is starting a recycle program now, benefitting the beach and the local school children.
Festival de Sabores - Samara 2006 February 17 from 12-8pm An international flavor festival, food and wine tastings from all of the different cultures living in the community.
Project Buena vista, goal is to raise $10,000 to help the local families, kids, schools and community.
** From Rancho Coral in Playa Esterillos -
Thanks for sending us swell to California where our team as risen to become one of the top contenders for the World Surfing Games here in Huntington Beach, California. The Costa Rican National Team has beaten so many other great teams such as Tahiti to place Eight overall out of Thirty Three and Fourth in the Tag Team Finals. Big Thanks to Jose Urena who has been such a huuuuge asset coaching and guiding The Costa Rican Team, Antonio Pilurzu and Christophe Commaieru Ellen Golden for their dedication and hard work supporting and bringing our Team to World Ranks, Pura Vida!
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: Tiny today (shoulder high with occasional head high), but should be swelling overhead by Sunday. A big swell looks like it is looming, but that probably won't arrive til next weekend.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves): Sunday is showing a good possibility of a reasonable swell. The early morning and the evening sessions should both be good because of the tide.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA: The beach at Dominical or Hermosa.
Volume 8, Issue 355
October 29th, 2006
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - The swell is coming, Tuesday morning the sets are two foot overhead, a foot overhead up north Wednesday the sets get more organized, and sets 3 foot overhead arrive Thursday. Stays big Friday - Saturday, 2-3 foot overhead SSW swell with a 14 second period, 1 foot overhead in da-Bay at midtide. Sunday and next Monday is still 2+, and by Tuesday it grows to back to 3 foot overhead down south.
Caribbean - Knee to waist high waves on Monday and Tuesday morning. In the afternoon the sets grow to chest high and by Wednesday, the sets get more frequent, every 15 minutes. Thursday the sets are head high, but less frequent, and by Friday only arrive once an hour, with most surf waist high.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 10/29/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 7.64 feet at 7:12 a.m.
Low Tide - 1.46 feet at 1:28 p.m.
Full Moon - 11/5
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
Anthony Torres wins Jr. Longboard at the contest honoring the memory of Alex Castro in Jaco, hosted by Christian Surfers group. Read more ...
The Latin American Tour will be stopping in Playa Hermosa on November 10-12th, with $15,000 in prizes.
The 5th Annual 2006 COSTA RICA SURF & SPIKE at the JACO BEACH BEST WESTERN HOTEL
* Surfing competition: Thurs. 11/23 – Sat. 11/25/06 (3 day competition)
* Beach Volleyball Pro/Am competition: Fri. 11/24 – Sat. 11/25/06 (2 day competition)
* Sinjin Smith & Randy Stoklos Beach Volleyball Camp: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day camp)
* Surfing Clinic: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day clinic)
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
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AREA REPORTS (sent in on 10/28 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We have been enjoying a nice, just overhead swell for the last few days. The summertime off shores are sculpting out perfect bowls for the light crowd. The wind is switching to on shore in the afternoon.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): It should be excellent for the morning high tides this week.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The entire bay has peaks working all the way to Tamarindo.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -
2 days ago (thursday), avellanes was really fun at avellanes. chest to head high + and clean conditions. the rivermouth in tamarindo was good as well. clean, although somewhat smaller.
yesterday (friday), we took a surf tour to marbella. it was glassy and big. nice barrels with offshore winds. it was about 4-7 feet. the outer reef was working at 6-8ft, some sets were bigger than that. The surf school went to La finca, where it was 4-6 feet on the sets, although it was somewhat less clean with light onshore winds.
and today, we went to avellanes. it was very glassy, although rather small, with waves about thigh to shoulder high. it was a perfect longboarding day.
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been big. Playa Negra has seen big closeout sets beyond the boil rock. Avellanas rivermouth was double overhead plus. Robbie got the barrel of his life. The weird weather is still with us and different everyday. Some nice mornings.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The surf will come down a bit through the weekend with headhigh sets. By mid week the waves will pickup out of the south with way overhead sets. Low tide is right in the middle of the day so those morning sessions at Negra will be great with the outgoing tide all morning.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: At Avellanas the left in front of Lolas will be good for the weekend. Check out Negra at mid week. It will be going off.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: John Lyman will shoot you 40 times an hour. John Lyman Photos at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Sunrise at the Samara Surf School -
rain is hitting the beautiful Samara beach this week, but looks like the swell is up. So bring your boards and come surfing. Good surf times are early mornings and mid day to late afternoons.
Nice glassy evening sesh's, with occasional wind and chop but some nice form. New and upcoming events: Samara is starting a recycle program now, benefitting the beach and the local school children.
Festival de Sabores - Samara 2006 February 17 from 12-8pm An international flavor festival, food and wine tastings from all of the different cultures living in the community.
Project Buena vista, goal is to raise $10,000 to help the local families, kids, schools and community.
** From Rancho Coral in Playa Esterillos -
Thanks for sending us swell to California where our team as risen to become one of the top contenders for the World Surfing Games here in Huntington Beach, California. The Costa Rican National Team has beaten so many other great teams such as Tahiti to place Eight overall out of Thirty Three and Fourth in the Tag Team Finals. Big Thanks to Jose Urena who has been such a huuuuge asset coaching and guiding The Costa Rican Team, Antonio Pilurzu and Christophe Commaieru Ellen Golden for their dedication and hard work supporting and bringing our Team to World Ranks, Pura Vida!
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: Tiny today (shoulder high with occasional head high), but should be swelling overhead by Sunday. A big swell looks like it is looming, but that probably won't arrive til next weekend.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves): Sunday is showing a good possibility of a reasonable swell. The early morning and the evening sessions should both be good because of the tide.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA: The beach at Dominical or Hermosa.
Sunday, October 22, 2006
CR Surf Report for 10-22-06
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 354
October 22nd, 2006
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - The week starts with surf 1-2 foot overhead and doesn't drop until Wednesday morning. A foot smaller up north, but cleaner conditions with a lot less rain. Waves stay a foot overhead through Sunday, with dips during lower tides and set waves arriving with the tide coming in. Another SW pulse arrives next Tuesday, pushing surf back up to 2 foot overhead.
Caribbean - The right coast stays small - knee high with a waist high set every half hour - all the way through Thursday. By the afternoon a few more waist high waves arrive, and Friday morning a few chest high sets appear. Swell continues to fill in from the ENE all weekend, with surf chest high.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 10/22/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
Low Tide - .40 feet at 8:52 a.m.
High Tide - 8.28 feet at 3:04 p.m.
New Moon - 10/21
TOP NEWS
UP TO DATE NEWS on the Costa Rica NATIONAL SURFING TEAM at the 2006 LOST ENERGY DRINK ISA WORLD SURFING GAMES in Huntington Beach, California, October 14-22. by Ellen Zoe Golden and Luis Castrillo.
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
October 28th - in Jaco, hosted by Christian Surfers group, email Chuck for info.
The Latin American Tour will be stopping in Playa Hermosa on November 10-12th, with $15,000 in prizes.
The 5th Annual 2006 COSTA RICA SURF & SPIKE at the JACO BEACH BEST WESTERN HOTEL
Presented by Costa Rica Excursions and our Fine Sponsors!
Surfing competition: Thurs. 11/23 – Sat. 11/25/06 (3 day competition)
Beach Volleyball Pro/Am competition: Fri. 11/24 – Sat. 11/25/06 (2 day competition)
Sinjin Smith & Randy Stoklos Beach Volleyball Camp: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day camp)
Surfing Clinic: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day clinic)
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Father/Son and Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
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AREA REPORTS (sent in on 10/20 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Big and stormy. Not very rideable at Grande since Monday when temporal-like weather moved in and doesnt' seem to want to go anywhere. Intermittent rain throughout the day with strong winds coming in off the ocean from the south.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Looks like more of the same, unfortunately, with no relief until Monday at the earliest. Ugh.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Look for protected point breaks. Grande is not rideable.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -(10/13)
The surf at the rivermouth was good. it was pretty clean early on, becoming somewhat disorganized later. The surf school took it's graduation trip to avellanas today. the conditions weren't ideal, however. it was about 3-5 feet, but a lot of whitewater. there were a few really nice outsiders that came through though, some with nice barrels. There was a lot of rain again today... Hopefully it stays clean longer into the day tomorrow. WRSC photographer
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been big. Way overhead sets at all the tides. The weather has been terrible. The rainy season has showed up right when southwest swells have been marching in. lots of oshore wind with choppy oceans, cloudyskies with plenty of rain.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Looks like more clouds and rain for the next few days. Beyond that it's hard to tell but it is the time for rain so expect that. If it's going to be surfable, it will be early at mid tide.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: I hear that Langosta has been pretty good. Playa Negra has been not that good.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out John Lyman Photos at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Jesse at the Samara Surf School -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: some small but nice shapped waves rolling in. But in chocolate milk water.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): With the new moon coming up, always we except some swell maybe to 5 foot or so.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Best spot in Samara is right in front of the Las Brisas Del Pacifico Hotel. No localism or crowds. Waves may not be as big as other cities, but mellow and safe beach break, with extremely easy access. Perfect for surfers of all levels.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: New and upcoming events: Samara is starting a recycle program now, benefitting the beach and the local school children. also: Festival de Sabores Samara 2006 February 17 from 12-8pm An international flavor festival, food and wine tastings from all of the different cultures living in the community. Project Buena vista, goal is to raise $10,000 to help the local families, kids, schools and community
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: YO MAN, dis be da big wet mon! Waves are 4/6 ft faces and if you plan it right you can get a half hour of great surf in between half hours of slop , stormy close-interval wind swell but Jacos okay ! Okay we are about a month away from a great contest it's the Annual SURF AND SPIKE at the BEST WESTERN with great waves and great prizes, imagine you can book your trip and if you surf good enough you could win enough to pay for your whole trip and take some souvienirs home too! This gig has been going on for 6 years and it just gets better and the trip packages are pretty good, book a couple of extra days to travel some too, crowds are down then and the waves are good ! How about if it was like this for the contest , 5/7 ft faces and firing rights off the bar out front ! Check out www.costaricaexcursions.com for some more updated info and package deals ! Tuanis and Happy Surfing ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
** From Nathon at Nathon's Place in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: 4-6ft. Jaco' w\offshore winds and choppy water. 4-71/2ft. Hermosa w\offshore winds and cough choppy water and strong current. The water is like greenish because of the persistent rain.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) : Expecting plenty of rain and cloudy skys. 4-6ft - 3-5ft jaco'. 4-7ft - 3-6ft Hermosa'
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA: Hermosa & La Isla in Herradura bay.
NEWS: Live Music on weekends at Nathon's Surfer Hostel. The one Hostel that playes Rock'n Roll & Heavy Metal all the time.
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: Still with an ear infection and not surfing, this will be a "from the sidelines" report. The ocean has been rough from storms and is choppy. However, the underlying waves look good and are often overhead. The rides I'm seeing seem to require a good bit of reading ahead from the rider as they are irregularly shaped and broken, but with some rides being spectacular.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves): From LOLA, it looks great if we can get some calmer water (and, I'll finally be back in the water to enjoy it). There is one short period swell of about 4 ft. and a long period swell of 5ft, the two coming from two different directions. These will probably bring in some nice peaky waves at the beach. The tide, however, is exactly wrong for the morning session which is the most promising from a weather stand point. So, its one of those weekends that we'll just have to wait and see.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The beach at Dominical or Hermosa.
Volume 8, Issue 354
October 22nd, 2006
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - The week starts with surf 1-2 foot overhead and doesn't drop until Wednesday morning. A foot smaller up north, but cleaner conditions with a lot less rain. Waves stay a foot overhead through Sunday, with dips during lower tides and set waves arriving with the tide coming in. Another SW pulse arrives next Tuesday, pushing surf back up to 2 foot overhead.
Caribbean - The right coast stays small - knee high with a waist high set every half hour - all the way through Thursday. By the afternoon a few more waist high waves arrive, and Friday morning a few chest high sets appear. Swell continues to fill in from the ENE all weekend, with surf chest high.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 10/22/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
Low Tide - .40 feet at 8:52 a.m.
High Tide - 8.28 feet at 3:04 p.m.
New Moon - 10/21
TOP NEWS
UP TO DATE NEWS on the Costa Rica NATIONAL SURFING TEAM at the 2006 LOST ENERGY DRINK ISA WORLD SURFING GAMES in Huntington Beach, California, October 14-22. by Ellen Zoe Golden and Luis Castrillo.
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
October 28th - in Jaco, hosted by Christian Surfers group, email Chuck for info.
The Latin American Tour will be stopping in Playa Hermosa on November 10-12th, with $15,000 in prizes.
The 5th Annual 2006 COSTA RICA SURF & SPIKE at the JACO BEACH BEST WESTERN HOTEL
Presented by Costa Rica Excursions and our Fine Sponsors!
Surfing competition: Thurs. 11/23 – Sat. 11/25/06 (3 day competition)
Beach Volleyball Pro/Am competition: Fri. 11/24 – Sat. 11/25/06 (2 day competition)
Sinjin Smith & Randy Stoklos Beach Volleyball Camp: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day camp)
Surfing Clinic: Thurs. 11/23/06 (1 day clinic)
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Father/Son and Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
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AREA REPORTS (sent in on 10/20 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Big and stormy. Not very rideable at Grande since Monday when temporal-like weather moved in and doesnt' seem to want to go anywhere. Intermittent rain throughout the day with strong winds coming in off the ocean from the south.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Looks like more of the same, unfortunately, with no relief until Monday at the earliest. Ugh.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Look for protected point breaks. Grande is not rideable.
** From Keith at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -(10/13)
The surf at the rivermouth was good. it was pretty clean early on, becoming somewhat disorganized later. The surf school took it's graduation trip to avellanas today. the conditions weren't ideal, however. it was about 3-5 feet, but a lot of whitewater. there were a few really nice outsiders that came through though, some with nice barrels. There was a lot of rain again today... Hopefully it stays clean longer into the day tomorrow. WRSC photographer
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been big. Way overhead sets at all the tides. The weather has been terrible. The rainy season has showed up right when southwest swells have been marching in. lots of oshore wind with choppy oceans, cloudyskies with plenty of rain.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Looks like more clouds and rain for the next few days. Beyond that it's hard to tell but it is the time for rain so expect that. If it's going to be surfable, it will be early at mid tide.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: I hear that Langosta has been pretty good. Playa Negra has been not that good.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out John Lyman Photos at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Jesse at the Samara Surf School -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: some small but nice shapped waves rolling in. But in chocolate milk water.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): With the new moon coming up, always we except some swell maybe to 5 foot or so.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Best spot in Samara is right in front of the Las Brisas Del Pacifico Hotel. No localism or crowds. Waves may not be as big as other cities, but mellow and safe beach break, with extremely easy access. Perfect for surfers of all levels.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: New and upcoming events: Samara is starting a recycle program now, benefitting the beach and the local school children. also: Festival de Sabores Samara 2006 February 17 from 12-8pm An international flavor festival, food and wine tastings from all of the different cultures living in the community. Project Buena vista, goal is to raise $10,000 to help the local families, kids, schools and community
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: YO MAN, dis be da big wet mon! Waves are 4/6 ft faces and if you plan it right you can get a half hour of great surf in between half hours of slop , stormy close-interval wind swell but Jacos okay ! Okay we are about a month away from a great contest it's the Annual SURF AND SPIKE at the BEST WESTERN with great waves and great prizes, imagine you can book your trip and if you surf good enough you could win enough to pay for your whole trip and take some souvienirs home too! This gig has been going on for 6 years and it just gets better and the trip packages are pretty good, book a couple of extra days to travel some too, crowds are down then and the waves are good ! How about if it was like this for the contest , 5/7 ft faces and firing rights off the bar out front ! Check out www.costaricaexcursions.com for some more updated info and package deals ! Tuanis and Happy Surfing ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
** From Nathon at Nathon's Place in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: 4-6ft. Jaco' w\offshore winds and choppy water. 4-71/2ft. Hermosa w\offshore winds and cough choppy water and strong current. The water is like greenish because of the persistent rain.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) : Expecting plenty of rain and cloudy skys. 4-6ft - 3-5ft jaco'. 4-7ft - 3-6ft Hermosa'
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA: Hermosa & La Isla in Herradura bay.
NEWS: Live Music on weekends at Nathon's Surfer Hostel. The one Hostel that playes Rock'n Roll & Heavy Metal all the time.
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: Still with an ear infection and not surfing, this will be a "from the sidelines" report. The ocean has been rough from storms and is choppy. However, the underlying waves look good and are often overhead. The rides I'm seeing seem to require a good bit of reading ahead from the rider as they are irregularly shaped and broken, but with some rides being spectacular.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves): From LOLA, it looks great if we can get some calmer water (and, I'll finally be back in the water to enjoy it). There is one short period swell of about 4 ft. and a long period swell of 5ft, the two coming from two different directions. These will probably bring in some nice peaky waves at the beach. The tide, however, is exactly wrong for the morning session which is the most promising from a weather stand point. So, its one of those weekends that we'll just have to wait and see.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The beach at Dominical or Hermosa.
Sunday, October 15, 2006
CR Surf Report for 10-15-06
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 8, Issue 353
October 15th, 2006
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - A SSW swell arrives Monday with surf overhead to a foot overhead. Gets a foot bigger Tuesday, and another foot Wednesday. By Thursday, the first 3 foot overhead sets arrive each half an hour and by Friday it's every 15 minutes. Decreases two feet Saturday, but still bigger freak sets each hour. Another SW swell follows by next Monday with more 2-4 overhead swell. Morning patrol is the call all week.
Caribbean - Continued knee to waist high surf all week. Enjoy the Carnival until next Monday, when a NE swell kicks up head high surf with possible bigger sets.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 10/15/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 7.21 feet at 9:15 a.m.
Low Tide - 1.85 feet at 3:34 p.m.
New Moon - 10/21
TOP NEWS
UP TO DATE NEWS on the Costa Rica NATIONAL SURFING TEAM at the 2006 LOST ENERGY DRINK ISA WORLD SURFING GAMES in Huntington Beach, California, October 14-22. by Ellen Zoe Golden
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
October 28th - in Jaco, hosted by Christian Surfers group, email Chuck for info.
The Latin American Tour will be stopping in Playa Hermosa on November 10-12th, with $15,000 in prizes.
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Father/Son and Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
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AREA REPORTS (sent in on 10/14 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Light offshores in the morning the last few days, coinciding with a head high swell in the water making for pretty fun conditions for Thursday and Friday morning sessions in Playa Grande. Saturday morning the wind went onshore early leaving us with bumpy, messy conditions.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The wind might cooperate a bit more over the next few days for the morning session in Grande, but get on it early.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Daybreak at Grande.
** From Ed at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -(10/13)
Well we're still enjoing the swell, right here in front of our camp we had dome decent waves, nothing too special, with onshore wind. I heard from our guides and guest's that Marballa was pretty big, over head on the sets, really good with the incoming tide. Advanced grup went today to Witc's Rock and Ollie's point and the had some clean head high waves at Ollie's, "Roca Bruja" didn't work that good. Let's see what comes tomorrow. Pura Vida - Ed
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been chest to head high with fair shape. The weather has been typical for this time of year with partly cloudy skies in the morning and rain in the afternoons and early evenings.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Expect more of the same. The swell should pick up a bit out of the south, 200 to 220 degrees around mid week for sets in the head high to a bit over head.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Playa Langosta just south of Tamarindo has been good on the incoming tide with almost nobody around. Just the friendly locals that hangout there. Just throw them a bone and you'll get all the waves you want. Bow wow!
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out John Lyman Photos at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Waves were quite fun today about 4/6 ft faces right out front with the mid tide it really was quite nice ¡ Expect tomoorw to be a bit larger and heavier with some local wind swell mixed in with the s.w. we have showing right now ! Yep KELLY did it again and on Als boards again, is it the boards or the surfer or just some magic combo ! I think it's the combo , otherwise why would this guy ride for the same shaper for over 20 yaers and never step out ! Congrats Kelly and now hows he going to top this one huh ! Got the new goods in and coming so if you want to see them just come on by the shop , K/BRDS and K/SMALLS along with a few stepups and such so swing in and check em out ! Thanks , Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: I've been out of the water for a week with an ear infection so this is a "from the beach" report. The waves have been disgustingly nice. Peaky, head high, hollow at lower tides, possibly too mushy at higher tides.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) : Hard to tell from LOLA. There appears to be a big event coming late Sunday and early Monday, but it is a one day event and those usually don't amount to much. So, it should be at least a little bigger and at worst the same.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Nothing happening at the point, so the beach is it. No big currents so anywhere along the beach works well.
Volume 8, Issue 353
October 15th, 2006
NATIONAL FORECAST
Pacific - A SSW swell arrives Monday with surf overhead to a foot overhead. Gets a foot bigger Tuesday, and another foot Wednesday. By Thursday, the first 3 foot overhead sets arrive each half an hour and by Friday it's every 15 minutes. Decreases two feet Saturday, but still bigger freak sets each hour. Another SW swell follows by next Monday with more 2-4 overhead swell. Morning patrol is the call all week.
Caribbean - Continued knee to waist high surf all week. Enjoy the Carnival until next Monday, when a NE swell kicks up head high surf with possible bigger sets.
To do your own forecast - use our links at http://www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 10/15/06 (add ~50 min. each day)
High Tide - 7.21 feet at 9:15 a.m.
Low Tide - 1.85 feet at 3:34 p.m.
New Moon - 10/21
TOP NEWS
UP TO DATE NEWS on the Costa Rica NATIONAL SURFING TEAM at the 2006 LOST ENERGY DRINK ISA WORLD SURFING GAMES in Huntington Beach, California, October 14-22. by Ellen Zoe Golden
Help save the Golfo Dulce from a giant Tuna Farm approved to be built near Punta Banco. Letter from Tiskita Foundation asks for assistance.
October 28th - in Jaco, hosted by Christian Surfers group, email Chuck for info.
The Latin American Tour will be stopping in Playa Hermosa on November 10-12th, with $15,000 in prizes.
Contact info@... to get your trip package reservations. Father/Son and Family Surf Lessons can be custom built for your experience and budget.
** Surf Reporters **
Diana at PuraMar Surf School (653-1355) in Tamarindo - puramartamarindo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) in Jaco - chucks@...
Rancho Coral (778-8648) in Esterillos - wearesurfing@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Manuel Antonio Surf School (777-4842) - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Samara Surf School (656-0055) in Samara - jesse@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Nosara - coconutharrys@...
Wavescr.com (643-7025) in Hermosa - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Trips (670-1020) in Playa de Coco - rocasurf@...
Nathon's Place (355-4359) in Jaco - NathonsPlace@...
** Sponsors **
CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
Pablos Picasso Hotel and Restaurant (658-8158) in Playa Negra -pablospicassohotel@...
Hotel Poseidon (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) reservations@...
Hotel Cafe de Paris (682-0087, fax 682-0089) in Nosara - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (658-8351) - cafeplayanegra@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja Surf Tours (670-1020) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Hotel La Dolce Vita (778-7015 ) in Esterillos - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Tres Monos Lodge (640-0090, 825-1381) in Mal Pais - karla_malpais@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS (sent in on 10/14 or posted)
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Light offshores in the morning the last few days, coinciding with a head high swell in the water making for pretty fun conditions for Thursday and Friday morning sessions in Playa Grande. Saturday morning the wind went onshore early leaving us with bumpy, messy conditions.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The wind might cooperate a bit more over the next few days for the morning session in Grande, but get on it early.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Daybreak at Grande.
** From Ed at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo -(10/13)
Well we're still enjoing the swell, right here in front of our camp we had dome decent waves, nothing too special, with onshore wind. I heard from our guides and guest's that Marballa was pretty big, over head on the sets, really good with the incoming tide. Advanced grup went today to Witc's Rock and Ollie's point and the had some clean head high waves at Ollie's, "Roca Bruja" didn't work that good. Let's see what comes tomorrow. Pura Vida - Ed
** From John at Lyman Photos in Playa Negra/Tamarindo -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been chest to head high with fair shape. The weather has been typical for this time of year with partly cloudy skies in the morning and rain in the afternoons and early evenings.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Expect more of the same. The swell should pick up a bit out of the south, 200 to 220 degrees around mid week for sets in the head high to a bit over head.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Playa Langosta just south of Tamarindo has been good on the incoming tide with almost nobody around. Just the friendly locals that hangout there. Just throw them a bone and you'll get all the waves you want. Bow wow!
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out John Lyman Photos at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Waves were quite fun today about 4/6 ft faces right out front with the mid tide it really was quite nice ¡ Expect tomoorw to be a bit larger and heavier with some local wind swell mixed in with the s.w. we have showing right now ! Yep KELLY did it again and on Als boards again, is it the boards or the surfer or just some magic combo ! I think it's the combo , otherwise why would this guy ride for the same shaper for over 20 yaers and never step out ! Congrats Kelly and now hows he going to top this one huh ! Got the new goods in and coming so if you want to see them just come on by the shop , K/BRDS and K/SMALLS along with a few stepups and such so swing in and check em out ! Thanks , Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: I've been out of the water for a week with an ear infection so this is a "from the beach" report. The waves have been disgustingly nice. Peaky, head high, hollow at lower tides, possibly too mushy at higher tides.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) : Hard to tell from LOLA. There appears to be a big event coming late Sunday and early Monday, but it is a one day event and those usually don't amount to much. So, it should be at least a little bigger and at worst the same.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Nothing happening at the point, so the beach is it. No big currents so anywhere along the beach works well.
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