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.
Saturday, March 22, 2008
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 !
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@...
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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!
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
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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@...
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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.
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.
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
** 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 **
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@...
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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:
Waves Costa Rica designed this Blog specialy for our friends, family and guest, because we want to keep hearing from you. Please check out this link www.wavescr.com/blog
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.
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.
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
** 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 **
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@...
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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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Monday, February 25, 2008
CR Surf Report for 2-25-08
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 9, Issue 422
February 25th, 2008
NATIONAL FORECAST
2/25 - 3/2
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
1 foot overhead
head high
chest high
knee to waist
knee to waist
chest to head
1-2 foot overhead
North Pacific
waist to chest
chest to head
head high to overhead
1-2 foot overhead
2-3 foot overhead
2-3 foot overhead
2-3 foot overhead
South Pacific
head high
overhead
1-2 feet overhead
2-3 feet overhead
3-4 feet overhead
double overhead
double overhead
The Caribbean has overhead surf that lasts through Monday, dropping a foot Tuesday down to head high and another foot on Wednesday. Thursday and Friday are small, but by Saturday morning a NNE swell pushes in a few head high sets, growing to a foot overhead Sunday and Monday.. On the Pacific, it starts small Monday and Tuesday, at best head high. Then a SW swell arrives Wednesday pushing in overhead surf. On Thursday it combines with a WNW swell, bumping it up another foot. By Friday the swell combo brings lots of sets in the 1-3 foot overhead range, which lasts all weekend, even bigger down south of Jaco. Monday through Wednesday of next week shows a major SSW swell on it's way, time to make travel plans...
To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 2/25/08 (add ~50 min. each day)
LowTide: .70 feet at 11:30 a.m.
High Tide: 8.98 feet at 5:50 p.m.
Full Moon - February 20th
TOP NEWS
Tamarindo Surfrider meeting on Feb. 28, 7p.m. at the Surf Club Sports Bar in Playa Langosta. On the agenda: recycling, local website, education programs, and a beach cleanup on Sat. March 1st.
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.
The fourth stop on the Costa Rica National Tour was held in Nosara on February 23rd and 24th. Then the 5th stop 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.
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@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) 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 **
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@...
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AREA REPORTS
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (2/24)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We are moving into our morning tides now which will solve the problem of the afternoon on shores we slopped through last week. The swell is remainig constant at the perfect, a little overhead size.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Each day into the week has a little higher probability for great waves.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The mixed swell should light up the whole bay.
** From Carlos at Costa Rica Adventures in Playa de Coco (2/25) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Witchs Rock: muy bueno entre 4 a 6 pies con buen viento offshore temprano, el agua muy fresca no fria. Ollies Point: divertido 3 a 4 pies con buen viento ayer domingo, la temperatura del agua muy fresca...
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Bueno este fin de semana parece que vamos a tener muy buenas condiciones en las mañanas por la hora de la marea alta 5:31 am. con respecto a las olas todo parece que vamos a tener buen oleaje.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: El mejor para surfear estos dias, hay varios como para llegarle en carro y surfear tempranito PLAYA GRANDE Y PARA VIAJAR EN LANCHA ROCA BRUJA ESTA PERFECTO.. .. 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 photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (2/24)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf at Playa Negra has been small the last few days. A couple of cloudy days with some drizzle.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Small surf continues through the weekend but a new SW swell start to show on Tuesday with head high sets and will max out next weekend with over head sets. Sunny and offshore in the mornings with a sea breeze in the afternoons.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Super low tides are running through the mid mornings this week. As the swell picks up mid week, check out Avellanas rivermouth as the tide heads out.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the Playa Negra slide shows at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (2/25)
The excitement today isn't on the beach, it is about 600 miles out in the middle of the ocean, steam-rolling its way in... Looking at the forecast we have a full week of four and five star days!!! Should be overhead until next week starting tomorrow at some point... And for our Thursday, Friday sessions it is looking all-time, with 6 feet at 16 seconds from our sweet 216 direction... it is a rest and get ready, movie day today... I'll be hitting up the frog pad on the way home from the office. Today on the beach we have waist high surf, it is looking almost flat, with some good waits between sets... But who cares, as I can feel the energy headed our way!!!
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (2/23)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: head high - peaky, good shape in the morning. Wind in the afternoon
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Well we have surf here and pretty good out front too ! Some overhead ones but regular waves are shoulder high , conditions are fair with light winds until eveing when it blew a but sideshore. Supposed to get big later in the week so be ready , thanks and happy surfing !
** From Andrea at Waves CR Surf Camp in Playa Hermosa -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Overhead waves with nice glassy conditions in the mornings. LA Curva has been pretty fun, classic overhead conditions.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas):
Looks like the waves are going to stay like this for a couple of days.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area:
Head to the beach breaks, early in the morning.
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** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (2/24) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Head high to a couple of feet overhead. No wind and early-morning/late-afternoon tide conditions. What more can one ask for. The conditions are what give Domincal beach its name. Really fun!!!
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): More of the same but there are signs of a real swell brewing for later in the week.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: This is a good swell, but its not big enough to light up the Point. Stay at the beach but stay out of my way ;-)
Volume 9, Issue 422
February 25th, 2008
NATIONAL FORECAST
2/25 - 3/2
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
1 foot overhead
head high
chest high
knee to waist
knee to waist
chest to head
1-2 foot overhead
North Pacific
waist to chest
chest to head
head high to overhead
1-2 foot overhead
2-3 foot overhead
2-3 foot overhead
2-3 foot overhead
South Pacific
head high
overhead
1-2 feet overhead
2-3 feet overhead
3-4 feet overhead
double overhead
double overhead
The Caribbean has overhead surf that lasts through Monday, dropping a foot Tuesday down to head high and another foot on Wednesday. Thursday and Friday are small, but by Saturday morning a NNE swell pushes in a few head high sets, growing to a foot overhead Sunday and Monday.. On the Pacific, it starts small Monday and Tuesday, at best head high. Then a SW swell arrives Wednesday pushing in overhead surf. On Thursday it combines with a WNW swell, bumping it up another foot. By Friday the swell combo brings lots of sets in the 1-3 foot overhead range, which lasts all weekend, even bigger down south of Jaco. Monday through Wednesday of next week shows a major SSW swell on it's way, time to make travel plans...
To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 2/25/08 (add ~50 min. each day)
LowTide: .70 feet at 11:30 a.m.
High Tide: 8.98 feet at 5:50 p.m.
Full Moon - February 20th
TOP NEWS
Tamarindo Surfrider meeting on Feb. 28, 7p.m. at the Surf Club Sports Bar in Playa Langosta. On the agenda: recycling, local website, education programs, and a beach cleanup on Sat. March 1st.
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.
The fourth stop on the Costa Rica National Tour was held in Nosara on February 23rd and 24th. Then the 5th stop 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.
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@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) 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 **
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 (2/24)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We are moving into our morning tides now which will solve the problem of the afternoon on shores we slopped through last week. The swell is remainig constant at the perfect, a little overhead size.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Each day into the week has a little higher probability for great waves.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The mixed swell should light up the whole bay.
** From Carlos at Costa Rica Adventures in Playa de Coco (2/25) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Witchs Rock: muy bueno entre 4 a 6 pies con buen viento offshore temprano, el agua muy fresca no fria. Ollies Point: divertido 3 a 4 pies con buen viento ayer domingo, la temperatura del agua muy fresca...
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Bueno este fin de semana parece que vamos a tener muy buenas condiciones en las mañanas por la hora de la marea alta 5:31 am. con respecto a las olas todo parece que vamos a tener buen oleaje.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: El mejor para surfear estos dias, hay varios como para llegarle en carro y surfear tempranito PLAYA GRANDE Y PARA VIAJAR EN LANCHA ROCA BRUJA ESTA PERFECTO.. .. 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 photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (2/24)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf at Playa Negra has been small the last few days. A couple of cloudy days with some drizzle.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Small surf continues through the weekend but a new SW swell start to show on Tuesday with head high sets and will max out next weekend with over head sets. Sunny and offshore in the mornings with a sea breeze in the afternoons.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Super low tides are running through the mid mornings this week. As the swell picks up mid week, check out Avellanas rivermouth as the tide heads out.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the Playa Negra slide shows at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (2/25)
The excitement today isn't on the beach, it is about 600 miles out in the middle of the ocean, steam-rolling its way in... Looking at the forecast we have a full week of four and five star days!!! Should be overhead until next week starting tomorrow at some point... And for our Thursday, Friday sessions it is looking all-time, with 6 feet at 16 seconds from our sweet 216 direction... it is a rest and get ready, movie day today... I'll be hitting up the frog pad on the way home from the office. Today on the beach we have waist high surf, it is looking almost flat, with some good waits between sets... But who cares, as I can feel the energy headed our way!!!
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (2/23)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: head high - peaky, good shape in the morning. Wind in the afternoon
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Well we have surf here and pretty good out front too ! Some overhead ones but regular waves are shoulder high , conditions are fair with light winds until eveing when it blew a but sideshore. Supposed to get big later in the week so be ready , thanks and happy surfing !
** From Andrea at Waves CR Surf Camp in Playa Hermosa -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Overhead waves with nice glassy conditions in the mornings. LA Curva has been pretty fun, classic overhead conditions.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas):
Looks like the waves are going to stay like this for a couple of days.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area:
Head to the beach breaks, early in the morning.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS - Waves Costa Rica designed this Blog special from our friends, family and guest, because we want to keep hearing from you. Please check out this link www.wavescr.com/blog
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (2/24) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Head high to a couple of feet overhead. No wind and early-morning/late-afternoon tide conditions. What more can one ask for. The conditions are what give Domincal beach its name. Really fun!!!
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): More of the same but there are signs of a real swell brewing for later in the week.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: This is a good swell, but its not big enough to light up the Point. Stay at the beach but stay out of my way ;-)
Sunday, February 17, 2008
CR Surf Report for 2-17-08
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 9, Issue 421
February 17th, 2008
TOP NEWS
Tamarindo Residents Protest Increased Development of Tall Buildings - from AM Costa Rica
AyA To Build Sewage Treatment Plant in Jacó - from The Beach Times.
An executive decree issued by President Oscar Arias and Environment Minister Roberto Dobles last week shut off public access to public documents - from The Tico Times
The fourth stop on the Costa Rica National Tour will be in Nosara on February 23rd and 24th. Then 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.
Gilbert Brown wins in Tamarindo, Jairo Perez wins Juniors, and Laura Pecoraro takes first for the women. Read more about the third stop on the CNS tour here..
Illegal Tuna Boat Busted in Cocos Island National Park. From Pretoma.org.
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.
NATIONAL FORECAST
2/18 - 2/24
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
1-3 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
head high to overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 foot overhead
1-2 foot overhead
North Pacific
head high
overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
South Pacific
overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
The Caribbean continues its hot streak of overhead surf from the East, shrinking a foot Tuesday and Wednesday, but growing slowly back to 1-2' overhead through to the weekend. On the Pacific, first a WNW arrives giving the Guanacaste coast some overhead relief. Then on Thursday, a SW swell stirs up around Isla de Coco and pushes surf 1-2 foot overhead to the southern coasts. This swell is a little weaker up on the Nicoya, but still packs a punch and lasts all weekend. More SW arriving midweek next week.
To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 2/17/08 (add ~50 min. each day)
HighTide: 7.12 feet at 11:31 a.m.
Low Tide: 1.66 feet at 5:30 p.m.
Full Moon - February 20th
** 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@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) 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 **
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@...
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AREA REPORTS
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (2/15)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf in Playa Grande this week is in the head high range for the farely inconsistent sets. The wind is off shore and some of the better waves are perfectly shaped. The water is a little colder than usual and the crowds have been light for the last few days.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Excellent morning surf.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: There are peaks everywhere - all the way to Tamarindo .
** From Carlos at Costa Rica Adventures in Playa de Coco (2/15) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Witchs Rock: 4 a 6 feet EN EL PUNTO DEL BURRO BUENOS TUBOS, VIENTO OFF SHORE TODO EL DIA, EL AGUA MUY FRIA.. Ollie's Point: 4 feet muy divertido con buenos tubitos, viento muy fuerte, las condiciones del agua y MUY FRIA!... 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 photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (2/16)
Playa Negra has seen very small surf the last few days. Knee high on the sets. Hard offshore wind all day has dropped the ocean temp to the mid 70s. Coming up we have sunny and warm with those offshores continuing as our swell starts to pick up with a nice SW showing today and staying with us for the next few days. Look for head high plus sets through Monday. We have high tide running through the mornings now so get to Playa Negra early for some fun stuff with less people.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the Playa Negra slide shows at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (2/16)
Surf is looking fun this morning in Playa Guiones, with good sets pushing through in the chest to maybe head high range... it is still a long wait to get one, but things are looking up. It won't be flat this week, but it won't be epic... but there are some little swells from the south headed our way.
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (2/15)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Chest high - good, clean conditions in the morning. Blown out in the afternoon
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Weather expected to be the same.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Playa Carmen to Playa Santa Teresa
Volume 9, Issue 421
February 17th, 2008
TOP NEWS
Tamarindo Residents Protest Increased Development of Tall Buildings - from AM Costa Rica
AyA To Build Sewage Treatment Plant in Jacó - from The Beach Times.
An executive decree issued by President Oscar Arias and Environment Minister Roberto Dobles last week shut off public access to public documents - from The Tico Times
The fourth stop on the Costa Rica National Tour will be in Nosara on February 23rd and 24th. Then 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.
Gilbert Brown wins in Tamarindo, Jairo Perez wins Juniors, and Laura Pecoraro takes first for the women. Read more about the third stop on the CNS tour here..
Illegal Tuna Boat Busted in Cocos Island National Park. From Pretoma.org.
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.
NATIONAL FORECAST
2/18 - 2/24
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
1-3 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
head high to overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 foot overhead
1-2 foot overhead
North Pacific
head high
overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
South Pacific
overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
The Caribbean continues its hot streak of overhead surf from the East, shrinking a foot Tuesday and Wednesday, but growing slowly back to 1-2' overhead through to the weekend. On the Pacific, first a WNW arrives giving the Guanacaste coast some overhead relief. Then on Thursday, a SW swell stirs up around Isla de Coco and pushes surf 1-2 foot overhead to the southern coasts. This swell is a little weaker up on the Nicoya, but still packs a punch and lasts all weekend. More SW arriving midweek next week.
To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 2/17/08 (add ~50 min. each day)
HighTide: 7.12 feet at 11:31 a.m.
Low Tide: 1.66 feet at 5:30 p.m.
Full Moon - February 20th
** 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@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) 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 **
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 (2/15)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf in Playa Grande this week is in the head high range for the farely inconsistent sets. The wind is off shore and some of the better waves are perfectly shaped. The water is a little colder than usual and the crowds have been light for the last few days.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Excellent morning surf.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: There are peaks everywhere - all the way to Tamarindo .
** From Carlos at Costa Rica Adventures in Playa de Coco (2/15) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Witchs Rock: 4 a 6 feet EN EL PUNTO DEL BURRO BUENOS TUBOS, VIENTO OFF SHORE TODO EL DIA, EL AGUA MUY FRIA.. Ollie's Point: 4 feet muy divertido con buenos tubitos, viento muy fuerte, las condiciones del agua y MUY FRIA!... 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 photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (2/16)
Playa Negra has seen very small surf the last few days. Knee high on the sets. Hard offshore wind all day has dropped the ocean temp to the mid 70s. Coming up we have sunny and warm with those offshores continuing as our swell starts to pick up with a nice SW showing today and staying with us for the next few days. Look for head high plus sets through Monday. We have high tide running through the mornings now so get to Playa Negra early for some fun stuff with less people.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the Playa Negra slide shows at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (2/16)
Surf is looking fun this morning in Playa Guiones, with good sets pushing through in the chest to maybe head high range... it is still a long wait to get one, but things are looking up. It won't be flat this week, but it won't be epic... but there are some little swells from the south headed our way.
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (2/15)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Chest high - good, clean conditions in the morning. Blown out in the afternoon
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Weather expected to be the same.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Playa Carmen to Playa Santa Teresa
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
CR Surf Report for 2-5-08
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report
Volume 9, Issue 419
February 5th, 2008
TOP NEWS
Gilbert Brown wins in Tamarindo, Jairo Perez wins Juniors, and Lisbeth Vindas takes first for the women. Read more about the third stop on the CNS tour here..
Illegal Tuna Boat Busted in Cocos Island National Park. From Pretoma.org.
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.
NATIONAL FORECAST
2/6 - 2/12
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Mon
Tues
Caribbean
1-2 foot overhead
1-2 foot overhead
1-2 foot overhead
1-2 foot overhead
overhead
chest to head
chest high
North Pacific
waist to chest
waist
waist
waist to chest
chest high
head high
chest to head
South Pacific
chest high
waist to chest
waist to chest
waist to chest
chest to head
head high
chest to head
The Caribbean is the coast with the most this week and this weekend, with a solid 1-2 foot overhead arriving Wednesday, with many set waves for the reef breaks through the weekend. On the Pacific side it's the opposite, with only trace South swell pushing in weak waist high surf with a few chest high sets for the lucky beaches. The best bet is check the tides and surf at midtide going to high at the beachbreaks. The long range forecast isn't promising with a one foot increase for early next week from the WSW, but nothing following it for another 3 to 4 days.
To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 2/5/08 (add ~50 min. each day)
Low Tide: 1.13 feet at 7:45 a.m.
High Tide: 7.48 feet at 2:04 p.m.
New Moon - February 6th
** 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@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) 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 **
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@...
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 (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@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
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AREA REPORTS
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (2/4)
We've had a good run of SW swell with head high to a couple feet over on the sets. Sunny and windy. Great shape with 80 degree water. The next few days will see a decrease in swell as the storms down under have slacked a bit. Head high and small as the week goes on. Waist high by the weekend. Low tide in the mornings means checking out Avellanas rivermouth with a longboard.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the Playa Negra slide shows at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (2/5)
It has been good for a while now, but today is the day! Low tide, and the swell has dropped a bit so it is kind of missing that outside bar and firin on the inside... Gonna be a short report as I want to get some barrel shots today as Matt is in the water... SOUL ARCH MATT HERE: Well it was head high this monring but the tide was really low with not much offshore winds to hold em' up. There were however some really good nuggets from time to time. As you can see from the photos, we shot from the water and the beach today. The biggest heartbreak has to go to Pedro who was perfectly positioned on a macking left but couldn't go because of the board bailed right in his path. He made up for it on the next wave of the set though and all was right with the world again.
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (2/3)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Small - inconsistent.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Nothing on the horizon.
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco (2/3)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Surfs small still but if you look out on the horizon you will see some big bumps , kind of interesting and maybe it will swing and come around to give us some surf tomorrow ? Yesterday was better at most spots but we hope it will be bigger ! Weather nice and lots of people here but of course many going home too ! Big concert was a success with Yankee Daddy for the "regatoneros "out there ! 10000 people bought tickets at WOW SURF and El Chunche office or in San Jose so I guess it was a big hit ! Congratulations on Sergio from Puerto Viejo in opening his new surf shop by Banco de Costa Rica . He has some nice boards and good accessories to offer so no more excuses , GO SURFING ! More on this later as well ! Thanks from the crew at WOW SURF !
Volume 9, Issue 419
February 5th, 2008
TOP NEWS
Gilbert Brown wins in Tamarindo, Jairo Perez wins Juniors, and Lisbeth Vindas takes first for the women. Read more about the third stop on the CNS tour here..
Illegal Tuna Boat Busted in Cocos Island National Park. From Pretoma.org.
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.
NATIONAL FORECAST
2/6 - 2/12
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Mon
Tues
Caribbean
1-2 foot overhead
1-2 foot overhead
1-2 foot overhead
1-2 foot overhead
overhead
chest to head
chest high
North Pacific
waist to chest
waist
waist
waist to chest
chest high
head high
chest to head
South Pacific
chest high
waist to chest
waist to chest
waist to chest
chest to head
head high
chest to head
The Caribbean is the coast with the most this week and this weekend, with a solid 1-2 foot overhead arriving Wednesday, with many set waves for the reef breaks through the weekend. On the Pacific side it's the opposite, with only trace South swell pushing in weak waist high surf with a few chest high sets for the lucky beaches. The best bet is check the tides and surf at midtide going to high at the beachbreaks. The long range forecast isn't promising with a one foot increase for early next week from the WSW, but nothing following it for another 3 to 4 days.
To do your own forecast - use our links at www.crsurf.com/surflink.html
TIDES for 2/5/08 (add ~50 min. each day)
Low Tide: 1.13 feet at 7:45 a.m.
High Tide: 7.48 feet at 2:04 p.m.
New Moon - February 6th
** 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@...
Chosita del Surf (643-1308, fax 643-3328) 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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Blue Trailz (653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@...
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Tico Travel - Surf Trips (1-800-493-8426) - info@...
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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@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica www.surfingtravel.com
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AREA REPORTS
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (2/4)
We've had a good run of SW swell with head high to a couple feet over on the sets. Sunny and windy. Great shape with 80 degree water. The next few days will see a decrease in swell as the storms down under have slacked a bit. Head high and small as the week goes on. Waist high by the weekend. Low tide in the mornings means checking out Avellanas rivermouth with a longboard.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the Playa Negra slide shows at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones - (2/5)
It has been good for a while now, but today is the day! Low tide, and the swell has dropped a bit so it is kind of missing that outside bar and firin on the inside... Gonna be a short report as I want to get some barrel shots today as Matt is in the water... SOUL ARCH MATT HERE: Well it was head high this monring but the tide was really low with not much offshore winds to hold em' up. There were however some really good nuggets from time to time. As you can see from the photos, we shot from the water and the beach today. The biggest heartbreak has to go to Pedro who was perfectly positioned on a macking left but couldn't go because of the board bailed right in his path. He made up for it on the next wave of the set though and all was right with the world again.
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (2/3)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Small - inconsistent.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Nothing on the horizon.
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco (2/3)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Surfs small still but if you look out on the horizon you will see some big bumps , kind of interesting and maybe it will swing and come around to give us some surf tomorrow ? Yesterday was better at most spots but we hope it will be bigger ! Weather nice and lots of people here but of course many going home too ! Big concert was a success with Yankee Daddy for the "regatoneros "out there ! 10000 people bought tickets at WOW SURF and El Chunche office or in San Jose so I guess it was a big hit ! Congratulations on Sergio from Puerto Viejo in opening his new surf shop by Banco de Costa Rica . He has some nice boards and good accessories to offer so no more excuses , GO SURFING ! More on this later as well ! Thanks from the crew at WOW SURF !
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