Sunday, March 30, 2008

CR Surf Report for 3-30-08

Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 9, Issue 427
March 30th, 2008


NATIONAL FORECAST

3/31 - 4/6

Mon

Tues

Wed

Thur

Fri

Sat

Sun
Caribbean

chest high

waist high

waist high

knee to waist high

waist high

waist to chest high

chest high
North Pacific

chest to head

chest to head

headhigh to overhead

1-2 feet overhead

1-2 feet overhead

overhead

head high
South Pacific

1 foot overhead

1 foot overhead

1-2 feet overhead

2-3 feet overhead

1-2 feet overhead

1 foot overhead

overhead

Overview - The Caribbean has turned off the tap this week, dropping from chest to head Sunday down to knee to waist by Wednesday. Nothing showing from the East until late Saturday.

The Nicoya Peninsula enjoys clean rippable surf for the early week, and then starts to pick up to overhead waves for Wednesday. Thursday and Friday has big surf with lots of closeouts, but by Sunday tapers off to overhead. Farther south has some bigger waves and a good direction, SSW, for the points. After this swell, it looks quiet for the following week with headhigh to overhead conditions.

To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html


TIDES for 3/30/08 (add ~50 min. each day)
see all tides for the month

High Tide: 6.29 feet at 8:47 a.m.
Low Tide: 2.45 feet at 2:37 p.m.

New Moon - April 5th

TOP NEWS

April 5th-6th are the dates for the next surf contest on the CNS tour. After winning her first Jr. Women's contest, Debbie Zec will be defending her home turf from last year's National Champ. Read her interview..

Concerned citizens in Puerto Viejo fight against proposed marina. Read here about their efforts and what you can do to help.

How about a free Dakine tractop? Just order any World or Ultimate Travel bag and get one sent to your doorstep. The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop.


** Surf Reporters **
Waves Costa Rica (643-7025) in Playa Hermosa - info@...
Hotel Buenisimo (640-0694) in Santa Teresa - hotelbuenisimo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Walking on Water Surf Shop (643-3844) in Jaco - chucks@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (1-888-318-SURF) in Tamarindo - reservations@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Playa Guiones - reyersteve@...
SurfingNosara.com

** Sponsors **
Island Hoppers TV - Bringing you the best surfing in da islands - info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD, Only from Vertical Pics - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (2787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat in Santa Teresa - 2640-0524 - E-mail
The Backyard Hotel in Playa Hermosa (2643-7011) - E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava in Playa Hermosa (1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043) - E-mail
Lohelani Catamaran Tours - 714-957-8144 - E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel - 2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069 - waltparaiso@...
Safari Surf School in Nosara - Toll Free 866-433-3355 - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica - www.surfingtravel.com
Esencia Hotel & Villas in Santa Teresa - 2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381 - info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel in Mal Pais - 2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319 - info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel in Mal Pais - Ph/Fax: 2640-0183 - info@...
Hotel Diuwak in Dominical - 2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089 - info@...
Hotel Domilocos in Dominical - 2787-0244 - reservations@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort in Playa Bejuco - 2778-8054 - info@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant (2652-9158) in Playa Negra - infodonapaulina@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (2787-0157 or 2825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
Hotel Poseidon in Jaco (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 2643-1642) - reservations@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (2750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Olas (2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Cafe Playa Negra (2652-9351) - cafeplayanegra@...
School of the World (2643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja BoatTours (2670-1089) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Third World Surf (2643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
Ranchos Ituana (2640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Kevin's Transfers (2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
Blue Trailz (2653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@...

CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
Villas Rio Mar in Playa Dominical - (2787-0052 fax 2787-0054) - info@...
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
*****************


AREA REPORTS

** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (3/29)-

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Today this well overhead and messy swell settled down some and the off shores fanned off some just overhead beauties.

WHAT TO EXPECT (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar (clima y olas): The next few days should be pretty good with the morning high tides and light crowds.

BEST PLACE TO SURF IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear en su area: There are peaks everywhere.

** From Rafael at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (3/28) -

Today I went to Avellanas with all the school, the conditions helped a lot with offshre wind and good barrels. Today was that perfect day for all the guests, the sizes 2ft to 5ft and clean wavesPura Vida..

** From Carlos at Costa Rica Aventuras in Playa de Coco (3/27) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Witchs Rock: Las olas estan muy buenas entre 5 a 8 feet con buenos tubos, el viento esta offshore todo el dia un poco fuerte en ocaciones...

Ollies Point: Las olas estan entre 4 a 6 feet con tubitos muy perfectos y largos, el viento esta offshore todo el dia....

Laberinto Spot: Marea alta estan llegando muy buenas olas entre 5 a 9 feet para los que le gusta surfear olas grandes...

** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (3/29)

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We've been having a great run of really good surf for the last couple weeks. If you haven't been here, you really missed it. But it's not too late. The waves will continue with head high to a couple feet over head through the end of the month and into the first week of April. Look for the perfect beach weather to continue as well with those offshores blowing into the morning hours, coming onshore by about 2:00 in the afternoons. Water temp is a chilly 74 degrees from all the upwelling by the strong offshore wind. High tide runs through the mornings this week so get out there early and beat the crowd.

NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Naked dancing girls on the beach at Playa Negra. www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com

** From Steve at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones (3/29) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves are 4-5 ft with some nice overhead sets. The wind has been offshore in the morning until about 11 a.m. The last few days have been fantastic!!

WHAT TO EXPECT (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar (clima y olas): The swell is supposed to back off the next couple of days but a new south is on the way for Tues.-Wed. The waves should still be chest to overhead and fun. Go early before the winds change and also check the sunset waves. The wind has been backing down nicely at night.

BEST PLACE TO SURF IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear en su area: Playa Guiones has been firing with rights and lefts. For a bigger thrill you can always head down to Camoranal for some heavier bigger waves.

** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (3/30)

Surf this morning is looking fun in the chest to maybe a bit bigger range... I will be taking out the twinnie today, trying to get a few... Should be another great morning in paradise!!! E.

** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (3/29) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Well overhead - lots of juice. Wind gets on it in the afternoon.

** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco (3/15)-

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Want a real good deal on a new stick, we have few 07s we are blowing out but they are selling fast, mention you saw this note on CRSURF and we will pass on some unreal deals ! Chuck and the CREW !

Monday, March 24, 2008

John Lyman Photos









CR Surf Report for 3-23-08

Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 9, Issue 426
March 23rd, 2008

NATIONAL FORECAST

3/24 - 3/30
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
chest high
waist high
chest to head high
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
North Pacific
overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
2-4 feet overhead
2-3 feet overhead
South Pacific
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
2-3 feet overhead
3-4 feet overhead
3-4 feet overhead

There is a TWO WEEK WINDOW for surf on the Pacific Coast. Waves will be at least overhead, and will jump up a foot on Tuesday. By Friday waves will be at 2 foot overhead on most sets with a 15 second period and the weekend has surf even bigger. It doesn't drop until April 8th. Pick your point breaks and get up early to avoid the winds/crowds. On the Caribean, small East swell picks up over the week to head high by Thursday. More overhead ENE waves showing for the weekend.

To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html

TIDES for 3/23/08 (add ~50 min. each day)

Low Tide: (-0.08) feet at 9:49 a.m.
High Tide: 9.20 feet at 4:06 p.m.

Full Moon - March 21st

TOP NEWS

Tamarindo gets lifeuards in time for Semana Santa, thanks to local donations. Read more from AM Costa Rica ...

A community-wide Recycling Day will take place March 29 in the Tamarindo Beach parking lot to raise awareness and as an experiment to see if there is enough support to start a permanent recycling program. People are being asked to start saving white and colored printer paper, magazines, newspaper and plastic, as well as aluminum,
glass, used batteries, clean plastic shopping bags and iron, bronze or copper items.
Anyone with questions or interest in helping that day may contact Tony Pavelko
(English) at 370-5309 or Alex Bejarano (Spanish) at 827-7244, or e-mail recycle
tamarindo@gmail.com

Luis Vindas wins the 5th contest of the FSC tour, held in Playa Carmen. Gilbert Brown takes the FCS crown in Open for the year. Read more ...

Concerned citizens in Puerto Viejo fight against proposed marina. Read here about their efforts and what you can do to help.

How about a free Dakine tractop? Just order any World or Ultimate Travel bag and get one sent to your doorstep. The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop.

** Surf Reporters **

Waves Costa Rica (643-7025) in Playa Hermosa - info@wavescr.com
Hotel Buenisimo (640-0694) in Santa Teresa - hotelbuenisimo@yahoo.com

Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@cool.co.cr
Walking on Water Surf Shop (643-3844) in Jaco - chucks@sol.racsa.co.cr
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@hotmail.com
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (1-888-318-SURF) in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@yahoo.com
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@aol.com
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@landassurance.com
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Playa Guiones - reyersteve@yahoo.com
SurfingNosara.com


** Sponsors **
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat in Santa Teresa - 640-0524 - E-mail
The Backyard Hotel in Playa Hermosa (643-7011) - E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava in Playa Hermosa (1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 643-7043) - E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel - 215-1515 fax: 778-8069 - waltparaiso@racsa.co.cr
Safari Surf School in Nosara - Toll Free 866-433-3355 - info@safarisurfschool.com
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica - www.surfingtravel.com
Esencia Hotel & Villas
in Santa Teresa - 640-0420 Fax: 640-0381 - info@esenciahotel.com
Luz de Vida Hotel in Mal Pais - 640-0320 Fax: 640-0319 - info@luzdevida-resort.com
Vista de Olas Hotel
in Mal Pais - Ph/Fax: 640-0183 - info@vistadeolas.com
Hotel Diuwak
in Dominical - 787-0087 Fax: 787-0089 - info@diuwak.com
Hotel Domilocos in Dominical - 787-0244 - reservations@domilocos.com
Delfin Beach Front Resort in Playa Bejuco - 778-8054 - info@delfinbeachfront.com
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant (652-9158) in Playa Negra - infodonapaulina@yahoo.com
Green Iguana Surf Camp
(787-0157 or 825-1381) in Dominical - admin@greeniguanasurfcamp.com
Hotel Poseidon
in Jaco (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) - reservations@hotel-poseidon.com
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge
(750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@cashewhilllodge.co.cr
Cabinas Las Olas
(658-8315 Fax: 222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@racsa.co.cr
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps
(1-800-765-0025) - info@teenspanish.com
Cafe Playa Negra
(652-9351) - cafeplayanegra@yahoo.com
School of the World
(643-2462) in Jaco - info@schooloftheworld.org
Roca Bruja BoatTours
(670-1089) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@hotmail.com
La Sirena Hotel
(1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@lasirenahotel.com
Third World Surf
(643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@yahoo.com
Ranchos Ituana
(640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@ranchos-itauna.com
Nature Cabina
for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@bellsouth.net
Kevin's Transfers
(643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@yahoo.com
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@costa-rica-surfing.com
Blue Trailz (653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@bluetrailz.com

CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@surfpmd.com
Villas Rio Mar (787-0052 fax 787-0054) in Playa Dominical - info@villasriomar.com
Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@ticotravel.com
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@costaparaisodominical.com
*****************

AREA REPORTS

** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (3/22)-

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: This swell has been running head high to overhead. Although a little inconsistent, the shape has been excellent with great off shores in the afternoon for high tide.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): As high tide moves into the late afternoon, the wind becomes the major issue for these consistent swell conditions.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: There are waves all up and down the beach with the main peak particularly zooish for Easter weekend.

** From Rafael at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (3/22) -

Today was really small and onshore conditions, the sizes 2ft to 3ft, really bad day today I hope tomorrow the conditions look better and see ya monday, had a good weekend..Pura Vida

** From Carlos at Costa Rica Aventuras in Playa de Coco (3/19) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Witchs Rock: las condiciones de olas estan entre 3 a 4 feet con buen viento, el swell esta creciendo... Ollies Point: Olas divertidas aunque un poco pequeñas y el viento esta perfecto...

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Bueno ya para el miercoles entra swell y esperamos tener buenas olas este fin de semana..

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Entre los mejores lugares para surfear este fin de semana estan: GUIONES, MARBELLA, LAVERINTO, LA ISLA Y OLLIES POINT, ROCA BRUJA ES MALA IDEA PORQUE HAY MUCHA GENTE ACAMPANDO...

** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (3/22)

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been great. Head high with good shape. Sunny skies and terrific beach weather. Ocean temp is 80 degrees.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Chest to head high until mid week and then a good SW moves in with head high plus sets. Offshore wind in the morning and onshore sea breeze in the later afternoon.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have a very low low tide running through the mid mornings this week. Check out Playa Negra for dawn patrol then head to Avellanas for the low tide barrels at the rivermouth.

NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Naked dancing girls on the beach at Playa Negra. www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com

** From Steve at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones (3/22) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: 3-5 ft offshore wind and low tide in the morning have provided fast hollow waves.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The swell looks like it will continue through the weekend. Early morning should be good when the tide is not too low. Don´t wait for an incoming tide because there is a good chance you´ll miss the wind.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Guiones is really good with lefts and rights. It´always a good idea to check Ostional or Marbella if your looking for something different.

** From Matt at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (3/22)

Fun sized surf today with good shape. Marq was out there trying out a new board today. Why you might ask???? Well, Magic has some 5 star days on the forecast. That's right. Wed, Thurs and Fri are 6.5, 6, and 6 foot, respectively with a 16 second period from a favorable direction. Let's hope they are right because lets face it, head high waves are getting a bit hackneyed at this point. Don't get me wrong, these waves are tons of fun, we all love to surf them but its nice to get the adrenaline pumping every now and again. Besides, the wipeout photos are WAY better when its pumping, and who doesn't like a good wipeout shot. Check out the shot of Marq and Big Daddy sharing a wave. The poor guy on the longboard paddling back out became a speed bump for a brief moment.

** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (3/22) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Head high, good conditions in the morning. Windy mush in the afternoon.

** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco (3/15)-

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Small clean fun waves and maybe a bump coming ? Weather is nice too! Want a real good deal on a new stick, we have few 07s we are blowing out but they are selling fast, mention you saw this note on CRSURF and we will pass on some unreal deals ! Chuck and the CREW !

Sunday, March 23, 2008

CR Surf Report for 3-23-08

Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 9, Issue 426
March 23rd, 2008

NATIONAL FORECAST
3/24 - 3/30

Mon

Tues

Wed

Thur

Fri

Sat

Sun
Caribbean

chest high

waist high

chest to head high

1 foot overhead

1 foot overhead

1 foot overhead

1 foot overhead
North Pacific

overhead

1-2 feet overhead

1 foot overhead

1 foot overhead

1-2 feet overhead

2-4 feet overhead

2-3 feet overhead
South Pacific

1 foot overhead

1-2 feet overhead

1-2 feet overhead

1-2 feet overhead

2-3 feet overhead

3-4 feet overhead

3-4 feet overhead

There is a TWO WEEK WINDOW for surf on the Pacific Coast. Waves will be at least overhead, and will jump up a foot on Tuesday. By Friday waves will be at 2 foot overhead on most sets with a 15 second period and the weekend has surf even bigger. It doesn't drop until April 8th. Pick your point breaks and get up early to avoid the winds/crowds. On the Caribean, small East swell picks up over the week to head high by Thursday. More overhead ENE waves showing for the weekend.

To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html

TIDES for 3/23/08 (add ~50 min. each day)

Low Tide: (-0.08) feet at 9:49 a.m.
High Tide: 9.20 feet at 4:06 p.m.

Full Moon - March 21st

TOP NEWS

Tamarindo gets lifeuards in time for Semana Santa, thanks to local donations. Read more from AM Costa Rica ...

A community-wide Recycling Day will take place March 29 in the Tamarindo Beach parking lot to raise awareness and as an experiment to see if there is enough support to start a permanent recycling program. People are being asked to start saving white and colored printer paper, magazines, newspaper and plastic, as well as aluminum,
glass, used batteries, clean plastic shopping bags and iron, bronze or copper items.
Anyone with questions or interest in helping that day may contact Tony Pavelko
(English) at 370-5309 or Alex Bejarano (Spanish) at 827-7244, or e-mail recycle
tamarindo@...

Luis Vindas wins the 5th contest of the FSC tour, held in Playa Carmen. Gilbert Brown takes the FCS crown in Open for the year. Read more ...

Concerned citizens in Puerto Viejo fight against proposed marina. Read here about their efforts and what you can do to help.

How about a free Dakine tractop? Just order any World or Ultimate Travel bag and get one sent to your doorstep. The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop.

** Surf Reporters **
Waves Costa Rica (643-7025) in Playa Hermosa - info@...
Hotel Buenisimo (640-0694) in Santa Teresa - hotelbuenisimo@...

Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Walking on Water Surf Shop (643-3844) in Jaco - chucks@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (1-888-318-SURF) in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Playa Guiones - reyersteve@...
SurfingNosara.com


** Sponsors **
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat in Santa Teresa - 640-0524 - E-mail
The Backyard Hotel in Playa Hermosa (643-7011) - E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava in Playa Hermosa (1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 643-7043) - E-mail
Lohelani Catamaran Tours - 714-957-8144 - E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel - 215-1515 fax: 778-8069 - waltparaiso@...
Safari Surf School in Nosara - Toll Free 866-433-3355 - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica - www.surfingtravel.com
Esencia Hotel & Villas in Santa Teresa - 640-0420 Fax: 640-0381 - info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel in Mal Pais - 640-0320 Fax: 640-0319 - info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel in Mal Pais - Ph/Fax: 640-0183 - info@...
Hotel Diuwak in Dominical - 787-0087 Fax: 787-0089 - info@...
Hotel Domilocos in Dominical - 787-0244 - reservations@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort in Playa Bejuco - 778-8054 - info@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant (652-9158) in Playa Negra - infodonapaulina@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (787-0157 or 825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
Hotel Poseidon in Jaco (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) - reservations@...
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 (652-9351) - cafeplayanegra@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja BoatTours (670-1089) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
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@...
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@...
Blue Trailz (653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@...

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@...
*****************

AREA REPORTS

** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (3/22)-

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: This swell has been running head high to overhead. Although a little inconsistent, the shape has been excellent with great off shores in the afternoon for high tide.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): As high tide moves into the late afternoon, the wind becomes the major issue for these consistent swell conditions.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: There are waves all up and down the beach with the main peak particularly zooish for Easter weekend.

** From Rafael at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (3/22) -

Today was really small and onshore conditions, the sizes 2ft to 3ft, really bad day today I hope tomorrow the conditions look better and see ya monday, had a good weekend..Pura Vida

** From Carlos at Costa Rica Aventuras in Playa de Coco (3/19) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Witchs Rock: las condiciones de olas estan entre 3 a 4 feet con buen viento, el swell esta creciendo... Ollies Point: Olas divertidas aunque un poco pequeñas y el viento esta perfecto...

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Bueno ya para el miercoles entra swell y esperamos tener buenas olas este fin de semana..

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Entre los mejores lugares para surfear este fin de semana estan: GUIONES, MARBELLA, LAVERINTO, LA ISLA Y OLLIES POINT, ROCA BRUJA ES MALA IDEA PORQUE HAY MUCHA GENTE ACAMPANDO...

** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (3/22)

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been great. Head high with good shape. Sunny skies and terrific beach weather. Ocean temp is 80 degrees.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Chest to head high until mid week and then a good SW moves in with head high plus sets. Offshore wind in the morning and onshore sea breeze in the later afternoon.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have a very low low tide running through the mid mornings this week. Check out Playa Negra for dawn patrol then head to Avellanas for the low tide barrels at the rivermouth.

NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Naked dancing girls on the beach at Playa Negra. www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com

** From Steve at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones (3/22) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: 3-5 ft offshore wind and low tide in the morning have provided fast hollow waves.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The swell looks like it will continue through the weekend. Early morning should be good when the tide is not too low. Don´t wait for an incoming tide because there is a good chance you´ll miss the wind.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Guiones is really good with lefts and rights. It´always a good idea to check Ostional or Marbella if your looking for something different.

** From Matt at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (3/22)

Fun sized surf today with good shape. Marq was out there trying out a new board today. Why you might ask???? Well, Magic has some 5 star days on the forecast. That's right. Wed, Thurs and Fri are 6.5, 6, and 6 foot, respectively with a 16 second period from a favorable direction. Let's hope they are right because lets face it, head high waves are getting a bit hackneyed at this point. Don't get me wrong, these waves are tons of fun, we all love to surf them but its nice to get the adrenaline pumping every now and again. Besides, the wipeout photos are WAY better when its pumping, and who doesn't like a good wipeout shot. Check out the shot of Marq and Big Daddy sharing a wave. The poor guy on the longboard paddling back out became a speed bump for a brief moment.

** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (3/22) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Head high, good conditions in the morning. Windy mush in the afternoon.

** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco (3/15)-

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Small clean fun waves and maybe a bump coming ? Weather is nice too! Want a real good deal on a new stick, we have few 07s we are blowing out but they are selling fast, mention you saw this note on CRSURF and we will pass on some unreal deals ! Chuck and the CREW !

Saturday, March 22, 2008

Board Bag fees for Costa Rica flights

Originally published in February 2008 Beachside Resident -

As I am packing my bags for another flight down to Costa Rica for a ‘business' trip, I thought I would make it a little easier for those travelers wondering which airlines are the most surfer friendly. Here's what I found….

From MartinAir.com -

http://www.martinair.com/us_en/services/beforedeparture/baggage.aspx

Three pieces of luggage, including one carryon. Passengers may carry maximum 2 surfboards, in the same bag, as one piece of luggage as long as the bag does not exceed 70lbs in weight and is no longer than 10 feet.

From SpiritAir.com –

http://www.spiritair.com/welcome.aspx?pg=policies#CheckedBag

The charge for surfboards is $50 one-way and may only be paid at the airport.

Starting February 20, 2008 and beyond, our checked baggage fees are as follows: Fees for transporting the first two pieces will increase from $5.00 to $10.00 per bag if payment is made online in advance. When paying at the airport fees will increase from $10.00 to $20.00 per item. Items that are overweight or oversized will continue to be weighed and sized at the Airport, and fees collected at check-In.

Spirit Airlines can only guarantee the transportation of one (1) item as checked luggage per fare-paying customer at the airport. Additional bags are accepted only when reserved in advance online at www.spiritair.com. If not reserved, Spirit cannot guarantee that there will be space for additional bags and will not be held responsible for any additional items brought to the airport by the customer.

From Taca.com -

http://www.taca.com/eng/tra/tbef/tbefbagspo.asp

Surfboards: As checked baggage:

Up to 2 surfboards in one bag permitted per passenger

Charge of US $95 per bag, each way

Charge of US $50 per bag, each way, from Miami to San Jose for first 2 surfboards per passenger





from Delta.com - http://www.delta.com/traveling_checkin/baggage/baggage_allowance/excess_baggage/index.jsp#restrictions

If it's 62–80 inches, the total of length plus width plus height of your bag, $100 each bag each way. No more than two bags total, or you pay another $75 fee.

If it's over 80 inches, total of length plus width plus height, it's not permitted.

From AA.com – https://www.aa.com/aa/i18nForward.do?p=/travelInformation/baggage/baggageAllowance.jsp&anchorEvent=false

Surfboards, Kiteboards, Wakeboards One surfboard, Kiteboard, or Wakeboard $80
Exception:
Kiteboards and wakeboards and containers that are less than 62 linear inches and under 50 lbs. are free in place of one 62 inch bag in the free allowance.

70 lbs
115 inches - Acceptance conditional on aircraft size and load conditions
- Exception: If the Kiteboard/wakeboard is less than 62 linear inches and 50 lbs., the above conditions do not apply
- If this item is in excess of the number of pieces allowed in the free baggage allowance, excess baggage charges apply in addition to the $80 special items fee.

From Continental.com –

Surfboard/Wakeboard

Continental Airlines will accept one surfboard/wakeboard or one surfboard bag containing up to four boards per customer as checked baggage.

Services charges (one way):

1 surfboard $95.00

1 surfboard bag containing up to two boards $95.00

1 surfboard bag containing up to three boards $380.00

1 surfboard bag containing up to four boards $665.00





This service charge is in addition to any excess baggage charges that may apply.

The skeg/fin must be removed or well padded. The entire board must be encased in a suitable container to avoid scratching. Continental Airlines shall not be liable for damage to a surfboard/wakeboard. Excess Valuation may not be purchased for a surfboard/wakeboard.

Surfboard/wakeboard and surfboard bags over 70lbs (32 kg) will not be accepted as checked baggage.

Note: On Continental Airlines flights, surfboards, surfboard bags or wakeboards over 115 inches (292 cm) in length will not be accepted as checked baggage. On Continental Express* or Continental Connection flights, surfboards, surfboard bags or wakeboards over 80 inches (203 cm) in length will not be accepted as checked baggage.

Surfboards/Wakeboards will be transported subject to load capacities of the aircraft on any itinerary involving a Continental Express* or Continental Connection flight.

Surfboards and Wakeboards will not be accepted during an excess baggage embargo when no excess baggage is allowed. Exception: Surfboards and Wakeboards will be accepted to Costa Rica during an embargo period.

From CopaAir.com –

https://www.copaair.com/html/user/default.aspx?PageId=37&lang=en

Surfboards cost $50. There's no mention if it's one-way or round trip.

From United.com –

http://www.united.com/page/article/0,6722,1034,00.html

In the U.S., checked baggage that exceeds 62 inches/158 cm will be charged $100.00 per piece. They recommend that you contact your travel agent before making a reservation.

New!!

ATA Airlines is flying from Miami to San Jose now. They are charging $50 per board (even if they are in the same bag).

https://www.ata.com/now/faqs/baggage.html

General Tips - Search for fares early in the morning and on weekends.

Airlines play games with airfares, sometimes, it seems, merely to annoy their competitors. If you check a New York to Seattle fare before going to bed one night it might be $228 round-trip, but check at 8 AM the following day and it could be $108. But that sneak sale, which could be valid for travel up to 330 days in the future, will probably last only a few hours, and seats will sell quickly. So be an early bird and catch these unadvertised deals. And for reasons that we can only speculate on, airlines lower fares on Saturday mornings and during the weekend (this is also when those “fat finger” airfare mistakes seem to happen). The aforementioned peak summer deals on Virgin to London popped up on a Saturday afternoon, and those now famous 88 cent USAir roundtrips on a Saturday morning.

Sunday, March 16, 2008

CR Surf Report for 3-16-08

Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 9, Issue 425
March 16th, 2008

NATIONAL FORECAST
3/17 - 3/23

Mon

Tues

Wed

Thur

Fri

Sat

Sun
Caribbean

knee to waist high

chest high

headhigh to overhead

head to overhead

head high

chest high

chest to head high
North Pacific

chest to head

chest to head

chest to head

head high to overhead

head high to overhead

1 foot overhead

1-2 feet overhead
South Pacific

head high

head high

head high

overhead

1 foot overhead

1-2 feet overhead

1-2 feet overhead

The best time to surf the Caribbean side will be this Wednesday through Friday. After that, there's another big swell out in the Atlantic, but no signs when it will filter in to the coast. On the Pacific, the week starts slowly with chest high waves, then on Thursday some long range WNW swell gives the Guanacaste coast some head high surf. On Friday the Southwest swell arrives with a 16 second period. This swell lasts ALL NEXT WEEK, so bring your big wave stick.

To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html

TIDES for 3/16/08 (add ~50 min. each day)

High Tide: 7.05 feet at 10:04 a.m.
Low Tide: 1.71 feet at 4:07 p.m.

Full Moon - March 21st

TOP NEWS

The Puerto Viejo Open Surf Tournament for men, women, boys and girls will be held March 19, starting at 8 a.m., at the Cocles beach break. This will be a special Semana Santa tournament. For more information, call Beto at 885-9688.

U.S. alternative rock group The Smashing Pumpkins is the latest band confirmed to appear at Festival Imperial at La Guácima de Alajuela on Apr. 19-20. Californian rock group Incubus and British '80s pop icons Duran Duran had already been confirmed.

Concerned citizens in Puerto Viejo fight against proposed marina. Read here about their efforts and what you can do to help.

A community-wide Recycling Day will take place March 29 in the Tamarindo Beach parking lot to raise awareness and as an experiment to see if there is enough support to start a permanent recycling program. People are being asked to start saving white and colored printer paper, magazines, newspaper and plastic, as well as aluminum,
glass, used batteries, clean plastic shopping bags and iron, bronze or copper items. Anyone with questions or interest in helping that day may contact Tony Pavelko (English) at 370-5309 or Alex Bejarano (Spanish) at 827-7244, or e-mail recycletamarindo@...

How about a free Dakine tractop? Just order any World or Ultimate Travel bag and get one sent to your doorstep. The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop.
** Surf Reporters **
Waves Costa Rica (643-7025) in Playa Hermosa - info@...
Hotel Buenisimo (640-0694) in Santa Teresa - hotelbuenisimo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Walking on Water Surf Shop (643-3844) in Jaco - chucks@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (1-888-318-SURF) in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Playa Guiones - reyersteve@...
SurfingNosara.com

** Sponsors **
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat in Santa Teresa - 640-0524 - E-mail
The Backyard Hotel in Playa Hermosa (643-7011) - E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava in Playa Hermosa (1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 643-7043) - E-mail
Lohelani Catamaran Tours - 714-957-8144 - E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel - 215-1515 fax: 778-8069 - waltparaiso@...
Safari Surf School in Nosara - Toll Free 866-433-3355 - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica - www.surfingtravel.com
Esencia Hotel & Villas in Santa Teresa - 640-0420 Fax: 640-0381 - info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel in Mal Pais - 640-0320 Fax: 640-0319 - info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel in Mal Pais - Ph/Fax: 640-0183 - info@...
Hotel Diuwak in Dominical - 787-0087 Fax: 787-0089 - info@...
Hotel Domilocos in Dominical - 787-0244 - reservations@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort in Playa Bejuco - 778-8054 - info@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant (652-9158) in Playa Negra - infodonapaulina@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (787-0157 or 825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
Hotel Poseidon in Jaco (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) - reservations@...
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 (652-9351) - cafeplayanegra@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja BoatTours (670-1089) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
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@...
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@...
Blue Trailz (653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@...
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@...
*****************

AREA REPORTS

** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (3/15)-

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We have great just overhead surf right now.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Good conditions for great surf if the swell holds at this size and the wind stays off shore in the morning as predicted.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The main focus is to the south of the main peak. Lots of room

** From Rafael at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (3/14) -

Today in Tamarindo the wave look small but glassy and clasic conditions, size 2ft to 4ft. A cloudy day due to rain last night but perfect for longboarders..

** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (3/15)

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been head high plus with good shape. Mostly sunny skies with light offshore wind in the mornings, coming onshore early these past couple days. Water temp is 82 degrees.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Smaller surf coming up as this last SW fades. Great beach weather coming up for Semana Santa. More head high plus waves due mid week.

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 mid mornings this week. Check out Playa Negra for the best wave in this area.

NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the photo website at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com

** From Steve at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones (3/15) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Sat. morning the waves were 3-4 ft with some nice over head sets. The wind turned onshore early but the waves held up and therewere some really long lefts and rights.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): It should continue to be head high to overhead. The tide is high at 10 a.m. Sunday so the best bet would be first thing in the morning when the wind is right.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Playa Guiones has the most consistent waves right now but it does not hurt to check out Ostional or Marbella for some stronger faster waves.

NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: The Nosara surf instructors are at the surf contest in Playa Carmen representing Coconut Harrys and Playa Nosara. Good Luck Esteban, Cacho, Luis y Jesse!

** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (3/15)

Good morning folks! Surf is once again looking good in Guiones this mornin with chest high sets rolling in, and close to perfect form... Looks like long lines without too many closeouts... but we are approaching a low tide in a few hours, so that may start to change as the tide drops out. Looks like a tweener day, fish or shortboard??? No se mai... Looking ahead, you may want to make this a lay day as we have a new SW headed our way, should start impacting our surf this evening... 5ft at 14 secs... it is at 209, so that is a bit south, but it shouldn't be big enough to closeout... but we may have some pretty quick ones.

** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco (3/15)-

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Small clean fun waves and maybe a bump coming ? Weather is nice too! Want a real good deal on a new stick, we have few 07s we are blowing out but they are selling fast, mention you saw this note on CRSURF and we will pass on some unreal deals ! Chuck and the CREW !

Sunday, March 9, 2008

CR Surf Report for 3-9-08

Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 9, Issue 424
March 9th, 2008

NATIONAL FORECAST

3/10 - 3/16

Mon

Tues

Wed

Thur

Fri

Sat

Sun
Caribbean

1 foot overhead

1-2 foot overhead

head high

chest high

waist to chest

waist high

waist high
North Pacific

head high

1 foot overhead

1 foot overhead

head high

chest to head

waist to chest

waist to chest
South Pacific

overhead

1 foot overhead

1 foot overhead

overhead

head high

chest to head

chest to head
Make your plans to surf the Pacific early in the week, when waves are up to 1 foot overhead from a SW swell with a 16 second period. That's gone by Wednesday evening, leaving chest to head high leftovers all the way through the weekend and well into next week. The Caribbean is in the same boat, nice East swell early, but fading to waist high by Friday.
To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html

TIDES for 3/9/08 (add ~50 min. each day)

Low Tide: -.75 feet at 9:49 a.m.
High Tide: 9.89 feet at 4:07 p.m.

Full Moon - March 21st

TOP NEWS

The fifth stop on the Costa Rica National Tour will be in Santa Teresa on March 15th and 16th, and in Dominical on April 5th and 6th.

Reggae in Jaco! Steel Pulse to play at Hotel Doce Lunas on March 15th. $25 for general admission, $50 for VIP. Check out www.docelunas.com for info.

The Puerto Viejo Open Surf Tournament for men, women, boys and girls will be held March 19, starting at 8 a.m., at the Cocles beach break. This will be a special Semana Santa tournament. For more information, call Beto at 885-9688.

U.S. alternative rock group The Smashing Pumpkins is the latest band confirmed to appear at Festival Imperial at La Guácima de Alajuela on Apr. 19-20. Californian rock group Incubus and British '80s pop icons Duran Duran had already been confirmed.
Concerned citizens in Puerto Viejo fight against proposed marina. Read here about their efforts and what you can do to help.

How about a free Dakine tractop? Just order any World or Ultimate Travel bag and get one sent to your doorstep. The lowest prices are found in the CRSurf Shop.

** Surf Reporters **
Waves Costa Rica (643-7025) in Playa Hermosa - info@...
Hotel Buenisimo (640-0694) in Santa Teresa - hotelbuenisimo@...
Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Walking on Water Surf Shop (643-3844) in Jaco - chucks@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (1-888-318-SURF) in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Playa Guiones - reyersteve@...
SurfingNosara.com

** Sponsors **
The Backyard Hotel in Playa Hermosa (643-7011) - E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava in Playa Hermosa (1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 643-7043) - E-mail
Lohelani Catamaran Tours - 714-957-8144 - E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel - 215-1515 fax: 778-8069 - waltparaiso@...
Safari Surf School in Nosara - Toll Free 866-433-3355 - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica - www.surfingtravel.com
Esencia Hotel & Villas in Santa Teresa - 640-0420 Fax: 640-0381 - info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel in Mal Pais - 640-0320 Fax: 640-0319 - info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel in Mal Pais - Ph/Fax: 640-0183 - info@...
Hotel Diuwak in Dominical - 787-0087 Fax: 787-0089 - info@...
Hotel Domilocos in Dominical - 787-0244 - reservations@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort in Playa Bejuco - 778-8054 - info@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant (652-9158) in Playa Negra - infodonapaulina@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (787-0157 or 825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
Hotel Poseidon in Jaco (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 643-1642) - reservations@...
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 (652-9351) - cafeplayanegra@...
School of the World (643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Roca Bruja BoatTours (670-1089) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
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@...
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@...
Blue Trailz (653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@...
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@...
*****************
AREA REPORTS

** From James at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (3/8) -
Today the conditions are much better because the wind help a lot, offshore and size 2 ft to 4 ft, a perfect day for surfing in Tamarindo and watching the sunset.

** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (3/8)

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The last couple days have seen small waist to chest high waves with fair shape. Beautiful sunny skies. Not much wind in the mornings and onshore breezes in the afternoons. Water temp is 82 degrees.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The swell will start to increase from the SW Sunday with the best waves happening Tuesday and Wednesday. Look for it to be a couple feet over head on the sets with good shape.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEK IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have a pretty extreme low tide running through the mornings this week. It might just be too low for rocky Playa Negra. Check out Playa Avellanas rivermouth and Little Hawaii .
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check the Playa Negra slide shows at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com

** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (3/9)
Good morning folks! Surf is once again looking good in Guiones this mornin with chest high sets rolling in, and close to perfect form... Looks like long lines without too many closeouts... but we are approaching a low tide in a few hours, so that may start to change as the tide drops out. Looks like a tweener day, fish or shortboard??? No se mai... Looking ahead, you may want to make this a lay day as we have a new SW headed our way, should start impacting our surf this evening... 5ft at 14 secs... it is at 209, so that is a bit south, but it shouldn't be big enough to closeout... but we may have some pretty quick ones.

** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (3/8) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Head high, good shape - glassy morning & late afternoon conditions - some offshore winds.

** From Andrea at Waves CR Surf Camp in Playa Hermosa (3/8) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Small but nice glassy conditions early mornings/ the wind tends to stay onshore for the late sessions.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The swell keeps on dropping. 3. 5 ft @ 11 seconds and will keep dropping during the week.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEK IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: I will go ahead and recommend the beach breaks/ tulin and bejuco could be going off with the low tide, early in the morning.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Steel pulse concert in town March 16 th - AbyssNyah head instructor and guide for Waves Costa Rica will open the show for them playing some orginal tunes!

Sunday, March 2, 2008

CR Surf Report for 3-2-08

Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 9, Issue 423
March 2nd , 2008

TOP NEWS

Matias Braun and Lisbeth Vindas are the champions in Playa Nosara for the 4th stop on the CNS tour. Anderson Tascón wins Juniors. Read more.. The fifth stop on the Costa Rica National Tour will be in Santa Teresa on March 15th and 16th, and in Dominical on April 5th and 6th. The finals will be held behind the Terraza del Pacific in Playa Hermosa on the 26th and 27th of April.

Reggae in Jaco! Steel Pulse to play at Hotel Doce Lunas on March 15th. $25 for general admission, $50 for VIP. Check out www.docelunas.com for info.

U.S. alternative rock group The Smashing Pumpkins is the latest band confirmed to appear at Festival Imperial at La Guácima de Alajuela on Apr. 19-20. Californian rock group Incubus and British '80s pop icons Duran Duran had already been confirmed.

Concerned citizens in Puerto Viejo fight against proposed marina. Read here about their efforts and what you can do to help.

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NATIONAL FORECAST
3/3 - 3/9

Mon

Tues

Wed

Thur

Fri

Sat

Sun
Caribbean

1-2 foot overhead

1 foot overhead

overhead

head to overhead

head high

chest to head

waist to chest
North Pacific

1-2 foot overhead

1-2 foot overhead

1 foot overhead

overhead

head high

chest high

head high
South Pacific

2-3 foot overhead

2-3 foot overhead

1-2 feet overhead

1 foot overhead

overhead

head to overhead

overhead

Both coasts sport surf a couple of feet overhead on Monday, but the pattern of dropping surf through the week is shared. On the east side, short period peaky overhead surf lasts until Friday, then disappears with the start of the weekend. On the west coast, Tuesday the SW swell peaks, but there will be only a few big sets during the day. A lot of the punch is being blocked by the Galapagos, and by Thursday the swell weakens down to overhead. It gets smaller for the weekend, but prepare for another SW to arrive by next Tuesday with surf a foot overhead.

To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html

TIDES for 3/2/08 (add ~50 min. each day)

High Tide: 6.03 feet at 10:38 a.m.
High Tide: 2.71 feet at 4:24 p.m.

New Moon - March 7th
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Hotel Las Tortugas (653-0423) in Playa Grande - surfegg@...
Walking on Water Surf Shop (643-3844) in Jaco - chucks@...
Hotel Totem in Playa Cocles (750-0758) - totem368@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (1-888-318-SURF) in Tamarindo - stephenmonticone@...
John Lyman Photography in Playa Negra - lymanphoto@...
Land Assurance (787-0291) in Dominical - info@...
Coconut Harrys (682-0574) in Playa Guiones - reyersteve@...
SurfingNosara.com

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CR Surfing Guide (619-520-3545) - gustavo@...
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AREA REPORTS

** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (3/1)-

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Although the wind conditions and tides have been ideal, this hefty swell (double overhead set waves) has been raw and tricky. Even ducking down into the bay toward the Tamarindo Estuary didn't iron out all the double ups and close outs.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Friday showed some promise as the swell smoothed out and dropped just a bit. Hopefully Sat. will be clean enough to make the overhead and a half sets feel predictable.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The back side of this swell may produce a mysto session, but new raw swell will spoil our chance at some big, really good, surf if it arrives before Sun.

** From Carlos at Costa Rica Adventures in Playa de Coco (3/2) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: witchs rock: Muy bueno entre 6 a 8 feet con offshore todo el dia en ocaciones el viento es muy fuerte pero perfecto, en lo que a respecta el agua esta bien fria es mejor no olvidar su neopreno. ollies point: 4 a 5 feet con iguales condiciones de viento y agua bien fria pero perfecto en forma de la ola con sus buenos tubitos apenas para la foto.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): El swell se va mantener estos dias parece y el agua igual de fria en witchs rock y ollies point ya que esta temperatura del agua es normal en estos meses por la influencia de los vientos del norte.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: El mejor punto para surfear esta semana son OLLIES POINT, LABERINTO Y MARBELLA

.. Reporte de Carlos Barrera and Adan Barrera - Witchs Rock Surf Tours, Boat trips, surf reports,fishing and photographer services. phone: 381-91-66 email rocasurf@... or witchsrocksurftours@... or www.costaricaaventuras.com

** From James at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo (2/29) -

The swell has dropped a couple of feet from yesterday (6-8 foot faces) but the wind is still howling off shore. I did not get my lazy self into the water today even after yesterdays success but our guys went to Avellanas this morning and blew up.

** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (3/1)

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been good with way overhead sets with good shape. The offshore wind has been howling. Hot and sunny skies. Water temp is in the mid 70s.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The waves will stay in the overhead range for the next few days. The strong offshore wind should back down a bunch by midweek. Lot's of sunshine.

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 mornings this week. Get out there early and score great waves with only a handful of friends. Bring your springsuit.

NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the Playa Negra slide shows at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com

** From Steve at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones (3/1) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Solid 6-8 ft, Off shore winds until 11 a.m. and some glass off at sunset. Best waves in a long time.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The forecast is for continued surf through out the weekend and more swell on the way for early next week.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Playa Guiones has been firing. I have not heard about Ostional or other spots. It's been too good in our backyard here to try anything else.

** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (3/1)

I played hookie this morning and got about 3 hours in the water... but didn't shoot. The surf was pretty good with overhead waves coming through... It was somewhat closed out, but when you found a good one it was super good. I had a big ol' right open up for me for a rare almost standing tubo, and it gave me a few more turns after after the green room.

** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (3/1) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Consistent waves 4 to 6 foot - occasional 1 ft overhead sneaker sets. Great shape - some offshore winds in the morning and late afternoon. Sunny and hot

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Expecting more of the same.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: All beach breaks firing.

** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco (3/1) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Waves are about 4-6 ft faces out front but we are blocked from most of this swell so I can imagine what a couple of my favorite places are like ! If you are out at Estirillos Oeste today enjoy the moments because I am recovering from "rotator cuff" surgery and am not out there enjoying this nice clean lined up just right swell but will be ready for May! Got the new White Dove and Proton models along with some pods and biscuits too by Channel Islands so come on by and check out whats hot in the U.S. and now here! Quads are everywhere and they are working insane for those adventurous enough to try them out! If you are heading to Puerto Viejo stop in at "ËL CHANTE" surfshop and see Sergio, he's up to date with good boards and other surfing needs ! PURA VIDA and HAPPY SURFING !

** From Andrea at Waves CR Surf Camp in Playa Hermosa (3/1) -

AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:

Waves have been constant 4+ feet, nice perfect glassy morning conditions. On the other hand the sunset surf session have been a little windy but a little more easy not as heavy as the morning sessions. Yesterday morning at the Almendro waves where at least double + overhead- makeable perfect heavy barrels where you can literally watch the pit spit…. A lot of broken boards and leashes….

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The swell will hold for the weekend getting a little bigger towards the beginning of the next week.

BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area:

The beach breaks are still holding so I would recommend almendro & gullys just look out for the croc. Or the drive to barranca might be worth it.

NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales:
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