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Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 438 ~ June 16th, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - Blue Surf Sanctuary
in Santa Teresa
Blue Surf Sanctuary - Santa Teresa
PIC OF THE WEEK
Shark Mural in Playa de Coco
New mural at Rich Coast Divers in Playa de Coco
Painted by: Carlos Hiller to promote educating kids about how sharks need to be protected.
NATIONAL FORECAST
6/16-6/22
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
knee high
knee to waist
chest to head high
chest to head high
waist to chest
waist to chest
chest to head
North Pacific
1 foot overhead
overhead
1 foot overhead
overhead
head high
head high
chest to head
South Pacific
1-2 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - The week starts small with knee to waist clean surf. Then on Wednesday the first sets of an East swell arrive,
Pacific Coast - Fun overhead surf all week, but nothing big coming. The SSW swell coming Wednesday has lost some steam, but still will push a foot overhead waves with a 15 second period. Low tide is in the morning, so check out the point breaks early to catch it offshore. Then there's a slow fade in size lasting through the weekend and into next week, with surf only head high to overhead and the next SSW swell not arriving until the following Friday (6/27).
To do your own forecast - use our links.
TIDES for 6/16/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
Low Tide: 2.09 feet at 6:59 a.m.
High Tide: 8.22 feet at 1:18 p.m.
Full Moon - June 18th
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
TOP NEWS
TRAVEL - 6/15 - Spirit Air is offering trips from Ft. Lauderdale to San Jose for $89 each way plus taxes, and $129 each way from Orlando. These prices are good for Tuesday/Wednesday travel until November 20th. Go to www.spiritair.com to book your flight directly or contact us to help plan your entire trip. We can create fully customizable Surf Trips to meet every budget and skill level !!
6/13 - Even though the Ministry of Public Works and Transportation re-opened traffic on the southern Pan American Highway, the number of vehicles was much smaller than on any regular day, authorities report. The road is open only 5 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the highway police regulates tightly regarding speed, since many spots are muddy and skidding off the road is a permanent danger. In the meantime, repairs continue at the fastest rhythm possible, but the works won't be completed in less than six weeks, according to the engineers in charge. Traffic is also backing up at the bridges north and south of Parrita, along the coastal highway, so give yourself extra time for driving.
CONTESTS - Witch's Rock Surf Camp hosted a benefit for its sponsored surfer, Luis Castro, ranked ninth in Costa Rica, who is in need of knee surgery that will cost $3,500. The benefit raised some money, but not quite enough to cover the costs. For information on how to donate to help this young man, please e-mail Ellen Zoe or Marcela @ Witchsrocksurfcamp.com.
From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.
The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.
ENVIRONMENT - Disco night Friday 6/20 at the Voodoo Lounge in Tamarindo. The fundraiser is planned to help out the local Surfrider Foundation chapter. Check out their cool flyer.
SHOP - 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.
How about some summer reading for the kids?? Check out All the Way to the Ocean, a book that teaches kids not to litter, because eventually it will end up in the sea and hurt marine life.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA REPORTS with SPONSORS
Roca Bruja Boat Tours
Playa del Coco
8381-9166
OR 2670-1869
rocasurf@...
Blue Trailz
Tamarindo
2653-0221
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp
Tamarindo
888-318-SURF
reservations@...
Cafe Playa Negra
Playa Negra
2652-9351
cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas
Playa Avellanas
2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685
olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant
Playa Negra
2652-9158
infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House
Playa Negra
239-263-8277
info@...
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (6/14)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The just overhead morning surf is a nice surprise for this time of the year. Lots of clean, good waves and light crowds. The tides are too low now for afternoon sessions.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): These conditions will probably hold if the swell stays at this size.
** From Carlos at Costa Rica Aventuras (Boat trips to Witchs/Ollies) in Playa de Coco (6/14) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Witchs Rock: Las olas estan entre 4 a 5 feet con el factor viento onshore despues de medio dia. tide 12:05 / High / 8.1 feet. Ollies Point: Por la marea baja en la mañana esta perfecto con 4 a 5 feet no muy constante pero perfecto. 05:50 / Low / 7.1 feet
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Para el fin de semana estara entrando un swell bueno del sur y con respecto al tiempo vamos a tener poca lluvia.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Ollies Point por el tiempo en la marea y el swell que esta entrando.
** From Rafael at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - (6/14)
Today back to Tamarindo, the conditions was small wave but good for longboard, a little onshore wind, sizes 2ft to 4ft, sunny day and good for take ten color, tomorrow is star a new swell and i hope the conditions making better see ya monday and have a good weeking..Pura Vida
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (6/13)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been in the fun range with head high sets and fair to good shape. Lots of sunshine in the mornings, clouding up in the afternoons with rain happening almost everyday. Water temp is 84 degrees. Look for the waves to stay head high to a couple feet over head on the sets. With low tide in the early mornings this week, check out Avellanas early and Negra as the tide moves in.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Newest batch of guest surfer photos at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Andrew at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (6/16) -
We've still got solid surf coming in today. Things are a little mixed up and swirly, but the right spot can get you a good one. Tide is a bit low, but that's also providing some barrel sections. The wind is dead calm as of report time. There are a handful of guys out already. Expect the surf to improve with a fuller tide. Erik will be back with you tomorrow. Until then, go grab your board and get some surf!!
Safari Surf School
Nosara
866-433-3355
info@...
Blue Surf Sanctuary
Santa Teresa
U.S. 805-443-5495 or 506-2640-1001
E-mail
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat
Santa Teresa
2640-0524
E-mail
Esencia Hotel & Villas
Santa Teresa
2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381
info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319
info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0183
info@...
Ranchos Itauna
Mal Pais
2640-0095
peter@...
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (6/14) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Head high - fun waves. Good conditions when the wind isn't on it. Not much rain.
Kevin's Transfers
Jaco
2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218)
comeeds@...
Third World Surf
Jaco
2643-1497
thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World
Jaco
2643-2462
info@...
Hotel Poseidon
Jaco
888-643-1242 or 2643-1642
reservations@...
Cabinas Las Arenas
Playa Hermosa
2643-7018
E-mail
Hermosa Beach House
Playa Hermosa
2643-7178
info@...
The Backyard Hotel
Playa Hermosa
2643-7011
E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava
Playa Hermosa
1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043
E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel
Esterillos
2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069
waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort
Playa Bejuco
2778-8054
info@...
La Sirena Hotel
Quepos
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Nature Cabina
Hatillo
1-305-219-6637
qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar
Playa Dominical
2787-0052 fax 2787-0054
info@...
Hotel Diuwak
Dominical
2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089
info@...
Hotel Domilocos
Dominical
2787-0244
reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp
Dominical
2787-0157 or 2825-1381
admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps
Dominical
1-800-765-0025
info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge
Dominicalito
2787-0025
info@...
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (6/15) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Very peaky waves making for good low tide surfing at Dominical. They are about head high with a bit of wind chopping it up.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Same expected throughout the week
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: The beaches at Playa Hermosa or Dominical
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge
Puerto Viejo
2750-0256
reservations@...
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Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 437 ~ June 8th, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - Luz de Vida Resort
in Santa Teresa
Luz de Vida Resort
PIC OF THE WEEK
Frederico Pilurzo
Frederico Pilurzo - top C.A. surfer on the WQS
Shot taken by: Fabian Sanchez
NATIONAL FORECAST
6/9-6/15
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
waist to chest
knee to waist
knee high
knee to waist
waist high
waist high
waist to chest
North Pacific
1-3 feet overhead
2-4 feet overhead
1-3 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
overhead
1 foot overhead
South Pacific
1-3 feet overhead
2-4 feet overhead
1-3 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - Some storms over the Caribbean Sea are pushing in a few wind waves all week, but no major swell is expected.
Pacific Coast - A SSW swell arrives Monday afternoon with the incoming tide push, bringing surf well overhead with a 14 second period for the next few days. It drops a foot on Thursday and another Friday, but still plenty of waves for the weekend with a longer 17 second period. Another SSW push is expected by next Wednesday (6/18)
To do your own forecast - use our links below.
TIDES for 6/8/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
Low Tide: .47 feet at 12:15 p.m.
High Tide: 9.04 feet at 6:29 p.m.
Full Moon - June 18th
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
TOP NEWS
TRAVEL - Interamerican Highway STILL closed in parts from San Jose to San Isidro due to mudslides and damaged roads. All travel must go through Jaco and Dominical to the Southern Zone. Traffic is backing up at the bridges north and south of Parrita so give yourself extra time for driving.
Tropical Storm Alma caused some major damage and flooding to communities on the Pacific Coast. Donations to help Red Cross Alma relief efforts can be deposited in Banco Nacional account 100100-7, Banco de Costa Rica account 176003-3 or Banco Popular account 5000-8. The organization is also seeking donations of food and cleaning supplies; for information, call 2233-7279 or 2280-6464.
NOW Fully Customizable Surf Trips to meet every budget and skill level !!
CONTESTS - COSTA RICANS finish 2nd best behind Peru for Latin American Surfers. Continued... All the action and heat sheets can be seen at - www.isaworldchamp.com
From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.
The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.
ENVIRONMENT - The Ocotal Beach Resort will be having special events for World Oceans Day June 8th, including the showing of the movie Sharkwater. Read more...
New Book for Teens talks about saving turtles in Tamarindo - Turtle Feet, Surfer Beat is the story of Penelope who moves to Tamarindo with her parents for a month and learns about the peril of the leatherback turtle. The 86-page book written by Marina Kuperman is printed on recycled paper and has a journal in the back for a girl's own eco-adventure. Read more at - www.turtlefeetsurfersbeat.com.
SHOP - 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.
How about some summer reading for the kids?? Check out All the Way to the Ocean, a book that teaches kids not to litter, because eventually it will end up in the sea and hurt marine life.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA REPORTS with SPONSORS
Roca Bruja Boat Tours
Playa del Coco
8381-9166
OR 2670-1869
rocasurf@...
Blue Trailz
Tamarindo
2653-0221
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp
Tamarindo
888-318-SURF
reservations@...
Cafe Playa Negra
Playa Negra
2652-9351
cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas
Playa Avellanas
2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685
olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant
Playa Negra
2652-9158
infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House
Playa Negra
239-263-8277
info@...
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (6/7)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Mostly sloppy waves, no crowds, take your chances.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): There are windows of glassy surf in the mornings and afternoons between rain storms. Don't fool around with the lightning.
** From Rafael at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - (6/7)
For this afternoon the conditions was much better then this morning, Offshore wind, glassy, raining, more consisten wave and set 2ft to 4ft in Tamarindo, really good for all the surfers, I hope so, tomorrow making better conditions for surf in the morning, and see ya in the next report..Pura Vida
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (6/5)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We have seen an increase in the surf over the last couple days. Head high on the sets with fair shape. The onshore flow continues. It's not too bad early but it gets to blowing pretty hard by 10:00. Water temp is 82 degrees. Partly cloudy skies in the mornings and raining in the afternoons. The waves will stay in the head high to a couple feet overhead range for the next week or so. The wind will tend to blow less in the upcoming week so the shape should get pretty good. The tide is low mid day and high tide will be coming up early through the next week. Check Playa Negra early for some fun ones with not too many people out there and then head to Playa Avellanas for the low tide sessions.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Photos of insects completely naked at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (6/8) -
We have a real swell in the water today, and it is just the beginning for us... The whole week is blowing up with 5 stars on Magic... so we are in for well overhead surf from here on out. Today is just the tip, and it is already a foot or two overhead and looking pretty fun! The wind is playing some tricks today, so I am not sure how long it will stay good, so the report is short as I am off to try to sneak in a few. Have a good Sunday and get ready for some sick shots this week...
Safari Surf School
Nosara
866-433-3355
info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat
Santa Teresa
2640-0524
E-mail
Esencia Hotel & Villas
Santa Teresa
2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381
info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319
info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0183
info@...
Ranchos Itauna
Mal Pais
2640-0095
peter@...
Kevin's Transfers
Jaco
2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218)
comeeds@...
Third World Surf
Jaco
2643-1497
thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World
Jaco
2643-2462
info@...
Hotel Poseidon
Jaco
888-643-1242 or 2643-1642
reservations@...
Cabinas Las Arenas
Playa Hermosa
2643-7018
E-mail
Hermosa Beach House
Playa Hermosa
2643-7178
info@...
The Backyard Hotel
Playa Hermosa
2643-7011
E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava
Playa Hermosa
1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043
E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel
Esterillos
2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069
waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort
Playa Bejuco
2778-8054
info@...
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco - (6/7)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: It appears to be growing out front , pretty westerly with some overhead closeouts and a decent one in between. Weather has been great and surface conditions are excellent as well. Have a some great boards arriving next week and a bunch of offprice stuff just right for surfschools or rental programs so e-mail us or call us at 2643-3760 and we will fill you in ! Thanks ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. Surf !
La Sirena Hotel
Quepos
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Nature Cabina
Hatillo
1-305-219-6637
qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar
Playa Dominical
2787-0052 fax 2787-0054
info@...
Hotel Diuwak
Dominical
2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089
info@...
Hotel Domilocos
Dominical
2787-0244
reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp
Dominical
2787-0157 or 2825-1381
admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps
Dominical
1-800-765-0025
info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge
Dominicalito
2787-0025
info@...
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (6/8) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Nice head high waves with offshore winds in the morning. Peaky but a little stormy.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Similar conditions through Tuesday when we should be getting the beginning of a nice southern swell. Should pick up to well overhead with occasional double overhead sets by Wednesday.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Right now either the beach at Dominical or Playa Hermosa. By Tuesday/Wednesday I imagine the point will be working if the conditions are not too stormy. Right now, it looks like the stormy conditions are past, but one never knows at this time of year.
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge
Puerto Viejo
2750-0256
reservations@...
This message is being sent to you as a complimentary subscription to the Costa Rica Surf Report. If you wish to have your address removed from this list, please send an e-mail with "Unsubscribe" in the Subject. Published by the CR Surf Travel Co. 50 South Shore Dr. #8, Miami Beach, FL 33141
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 437 ~ June 8th, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - Luz de Vida Resort
in Santa Teresa
Luz de Vida Resort
PIC OF THE WEEK
Frederico Pilurzo
Frederico Pilurzo - top C.A. surfer on the WQS
Shot taken by: Fabian Sanchez
NATIONAL FORECAST
6/9-6/15
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
waist to chest
knee to waist
knee high
knee to waist
waist high
waist high
waist to chest
North Pacific
1-3 feet overhead
2-4 feet overhead
1-3 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
overhead
1 foot overhead
South Pacific
1-3 feet overhead
2-4 feet overhead
1-3 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - Some storms over the Caribbean Sea are pushing in a few wind waves all week, but no major swell is expected.
Pacific Coast - A SSW swell arrives Monday afternoon with the incoming tide push, bringing surf well overhead with a 14 second period for the next few days. It drops a foot on Thursday and another Friday, but still plenty of waves for the weekend with a longer 17 second period. Another SSW push is expected by next Wednesday (6/18)
To do your own forecast - use our links below.
TIDES for 6/8/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
Low Tide: .47 feet at 12:15 p.m.
High Tide: 9.04 feet at 6:29 p.m.
Full Moon - June 18th
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
TOP NEWS
TRAVEL - Interamerican Highway STILL closed in parts from San Jose to San Isidro due to mudslides and damaged roads. All travel must go through Jaco and Dominical to the Southern Zone. Traffic is backing up at the bridges north and south of Parrita so give yourself extra time for driving.
Tropical Storm Alma caused some major damage and flooding to communities on the Pacific Coast. Donations to help Red Cross Alma relief efforts can be deposited in Banco Nacional account 100100-7, Banco de Costa Rica account 176003-3 or Banco Popular account 5000-8. The organization is also seeking donations of food and cleaning supplies; for information, call 2233-7279 or 2280-6464.
NOW Fully Customizable Surf Trips to meet every budget and skill level !!
CONTESTS - COSTA RICANS finish 2nd best behind Peru for Latin American Surfers. Continued... All the action and heat sheets can be seen at - www.isaworldchamp.com
From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.
The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.
ENVIRONMENT - The Ocotal Beach Resort will be having special events for World Oceans Day June 8th, including the showing of the movie Sharkwater. Read more...
New Book for Teens talks about saving turtles in Tamarindo - Turtle Feet, Surfer Beat is the story of Penelope who moves to Tamarindo with her parents for a month and learns about the peril of the leatherback turtle. The 86-page book written by Marina Kuperman is printed on recycled paper and has a journal in the back for a girl's own eco-adventure. Read more at - www.turtlefeetsurfersbeat.com.
SHOP - 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.
How about some summer reading for the kids?? Check out All the Way to the Ocean, a book that teaches kids not to litter, because eventually it will end up in the sea and hurt marine life.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA REPORTS with SPONSORS
Roca Bruja Boat Tours
Playa del Coco
8381-9166
OR 2670-1869
rocasurf@...
Blue Trailz
Tamarindo
2653-0221
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp
Tamarindo
888-318-SURF
reservations@...
Cafe Playa Negra
Playa Negra
2652-9351
cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas
Playa Avellanas
2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685
olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant
Playa Negra
2652-9158
infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House
Playa Negra
239-263-8277
info@...
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (6/7)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Mostly sloppy waves, no crowds, take your chances.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): There are windows of glassy surf in the mornings and afternoons between rain storms. Don't fool around with the lightning.
** From Rafael at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - (6/7)
For this afternoon the conditions was much better then this morning, Offshore wind, glassy, raining, more consisten wave and set 2ft to 4ft in Tamarindo, really good for all the surfers, I hope so, tomorrow making better conditions for surf in the morning, and see ya in the next report..Pura Vida
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (6/5)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We have seen an increase in the surf over the last couple days. Head high on the sets with fair shape. The onshore flow continues. It's not too bad early but it gets to blowing pretty hard by 10:00. Water temp is 82 degrees. Partly cloudy skies in the mornings and raining in the afternoons. The waves will stay in the head high to a couple feet overhead range for the next week or so. The wind will tend to blow less in the upcoming week so the shape should get pretty good. The tide is low mid day and high tide will be coming up early through the next week. Check Playa Negra early for some fun ones with not too many people out there and then head to Playa Avellanas for the low tide sessions.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Photos of insects completely naked at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (6/8) -
We have a real swell in the water today, and it is just the beginning for us... The whole week is blowing up with 5 stars on Magic... so we are in for well overhead surf from here on out. Today is just the tip, and it is already a foot or two overhead and looking pretty fun! The wind is playing some tricks today, so I am not sure how long it will stay good, so the report is short as I am off to try to sneak in a few. Have a good Sunday and get ready for some sick shots this week...
Safari Surf School
Nosara
866-433-3355
info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat
Santa Teresa
2640-0524
Esencia Hotel & Villas
Santa Teresa
2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381
info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319
info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0183
info@...
Ranchos Itauna
Mal Pais
2640-0095
peter@...
Kevin's Transfers
Jaco
2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218)
comeeds@...
Third World Surf
Jaco
2643-1497
thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World
Jaco
2643-2462
info@...
Hotel Poseidon
Jaco
888-643-1242 or 2643-1642
reservations@...
Cabinas Las Arenas
Playa Hermosa
2643-7018
Hermosa Beach House
Playa Hermosa
2643-7178
info@...
The Backyard Hotel
Playa Hermosa
2643-7011
Hotel Marea Brava
Playa Hermosa
1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043
Walt Paraiso Hotel
Esterillos
2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069
waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort
Playa Bejuco
2778-8054
info@...
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco - (6/7)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: It appears to be growing out front , pretty westerly with some overhead closeouts and a decent one in between. Weather has been great and surface conditions are excellent as well. Have a some great boards arriving next week and a bunch of offprice stuff just right for surfschools or rental programs so e-mail us or call us at 2643-3760 and we will fill you in ! Thanks ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. Surf !
La Sirena Hotel
Quepos
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Nature Cabina
Hatillo
1-305-219-6637
qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar
Playa Dominical
2787-0052 fax 2787-0054
info@...
Hotel Diuwak
Dominical
2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089
info@...
Hotel Domilocos
Dominical
2787-0244
reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp
Dominical
2787-0157 or 2825-1381
admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps
Dominical
1-800-765-0025
info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge
Dominicalito
2787-0025
info@...
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (6/8) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Nice head high waves with offshore winds in the morning. Peaky but a little stormy.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Similar conditions through Tuesday when we should be getting the beginning of a nice southern swell. Should pick up to well overhead with occasional double overhead sets by Wednesday.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Right now either the beach at Dominical or Playa Hermosa. By Tuesday/Wednesday I imagine the point will be working if the conditions are not too stormy. Right now, it looks like the stormy conditions are past, but one never knows at this time of year.
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge
Puerto Viejo
2750-0256
reservations@...
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Monday, June 2, 2008
CR Surf Report for 6-2-08
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Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 436 ~ June 2nd, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - A Surfer's Dream House, Playa Negra
Playa Negra house
PIC OF THE WEEK
Jairo Perez surfing in France
Jairo Perez in France
Shot taken by: ISA images/Quicksilver
NATIONAL FORECAST
6/2-6/8
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
knee
ankle to knee
flat
flat
knee
knee to waist
waist high
North Pacific
chest to head
chest high
chest high
overhead
head high
overhead
1 foot overhead
South Pacific
overhead
head high
head high
overhead
overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - It doesn't get much smaller than this, all week tiny surf until Saturday afternoon when a few waist high waves push in. Possible ESE swell for early next week.
Pacific Coast - Dropping SW swell to start the week, waves chest high up north and head high in the Central and Southern Pacific. While waiting for the next South swell to arrive on late Sunday, expect more storm waves Thursday on the Nicoya coast.
To do your own forecast - use our links.
TIDES for 6/1/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
High Tide: 9.13 feet at 12:14 p.m.
Low Tide: .34 feet at 6:33 p.m.
New Moon - June 3rd
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
TOP NEWS
Interamerican Highway closed from San Jose to San Isidro due to mudslides and damaged roads from TS Alma. All travel must go through Jaco and Dominical to the Southern Zone.
NOW Fully Customizable Surf Trips to meet every budget and skill level !!
The Ocotal Beach Resort will be having special events for World Oceans Day June 8th, including the showing of the movie Sharkwater. Read more...
COSTA RICANS finish 2nd best behind Peru for Latin American Surfers. Continued... All the action and heat sheets can be seen at - www.isaworldchamp.com
New Book for Teens talks about saving turtles in Tamarindo - Turtle Feet, Surfer Beat is the story of Penelope who moves to Tamarindo with her parents for a month and learns about the peril of the leatherback turtle. The 86-page book written by Marina Kuperman is printed on recycled paper and has a journal in the back for a girl's own eco-adventure. Read more at - www.turtlefeetsurfersbeat.com.
From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.
The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.
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.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA REPORTS with SPONSORS
Roca Bruja Boat Tours
Playa del Coco
8381-9166
OR 2670-1869
rocasurf@...
Blue Trailz
Tamarindo
2653-0221
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp
Tamarindo
888-318-SURF
reservations@...
Cafe Playa Negra
Playa Negra
2652-9351
cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas
Playa Avellanas
2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685
olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant
Playa Negra
2652-9158
infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House
Playa Negra
239-263-8277
info@...
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (5/31)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Mostly sloppy waves, no crowds, take your chances.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): There are windows of glassy surf in the mornings and afternoons between rain storms. Don't fool around with the lightning.
** From Rafael at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - (5/31)
Today I went to Avellanas Beach, the conditions was good for couple hours, the guys from WRSC had fun day for surfing, good trick, a little offshore,sizes 2ft to 5ft, great day for practis surf in Avellanas see ya tomorrow.. Pura Vida
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (5/31)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: After this weeks big storm, the surf is somewhat mixed up. Onshore and sloppy. It's going to take a few days for the sand to wash back off the reef and the choppy ocean to calm down. Lots of cloudy weather with rain most everyday now. Water temp is 80 degrees.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The beginning of this week will see a gradual increase in surf and swell peaking on Thursday with well overhead waves. Conditions depend on the wind which has not been kind the past week or so. It's that time of year.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have a low tide running through the mornings this week so Playa Avellanas might be the hot tip as long as the onshore wind doesn't blow too hard.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Photos of insects completely naked at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (6/1) -
we are starting the day with waist to chest high little lines, not so clean, but by the end of the day it should be in the head high range. There is a South that should start hitting mid day today, and if the conditions repeat from last night, which was super fun, it should be really good. Here's hopin...
Safari Surf School
Nosara
866-433-3355
info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat
Santa Teresa
2640-0524
E-mail
Esencia Hotel & Villas
Santa Teresa
2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381
info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319
info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0183
info@...
Ranchos Itauna
Mal Pais
2640-0095
peter@...
Kevin's Transfers
Jaco
2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218)
comeeds@...
Third World Surf
Jaco
2643-1497
thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World
Jaco
2643-2462
info@...
Hotel Poseidon
Jaco
888-643-1242 or 2643-1642
reservations@...
Cabinas Las Arenas
Playa Hermosa
2643-7018
E-mail
Hermosa Beach House
Playa Hermosa
2643-7178
info@...
The Backyard Hotel
Playa Hermosa
2643-7011
E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava
Playa Hermosa
1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043
E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel
Esterillos
2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069
waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort
Playa Bejuco
2778-8054
info@...
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco - (5/31)
Waves are 3-5 ft in Jaco with fair form lower tide seems to be better lately . I think with the rivers opening we have some sandbars forming out front and its definitely looking better than it has in a while,. Weather super nice today and looks like more for tomorrow but rain later on , business good too with the early vacationers starting to arrive this week so have fun go surfing ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
La Sirena Hotel
Quepos
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Nature Cabina
Hatillo
1-305-219-6637
qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar
Playa Dominical
2787-0052 fax 2787-0054
info@...
Hotel Diuwak
Dominical
2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089
info@...
Hotel Domilocos
Dominical
2787-0244
reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp
Dominical
2787-0157 or 2825-1381
admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps
Dominical
1-800-765-0025
info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge
Dominicalito
2787-0025
info@...
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (5/31) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: The big news in Dominical is not the wave hight or condition, but rather the new beach. We had a huge storm which tore the river mouth wide open (about 50 meters across). All the sand from the mouth deposited itself a little to the south which gives a good pointish condition even at low tide. All along the beach the sand bars are uneven and little pointitos can be found here and there. I'm not sure how long all of this well last, but its fun at the moment.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Just little waves (shoulder high but very fun) until next Friday where it looks like we could be getting a bump.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Playa Hermosa and the beach at Dominical.
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge
Puerto Viejo
2750-0256
reservations@...
This message is being sent to you as a complimentary subscription to the Costa Rica Surf Report. If you wish to have your address removed from this list, please send an e-mail with "Unsubscribe" in the Subject. Published by the CR Surf Travel Co. 50 South Shore Dr. #8, Miami Beach, FL 33141
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 436 ~ June 2nd, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - A Surfer's Dream House, Playa Negra
Playa Negra house
PIC OF THE WEEK
Jairo Perez surfing in France
Jairo Perez in France
Shot taken by: ISA images/Quicksilver
NATIONAL FORECAST
6/2-6/8
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
knee
ankle to knee
flat
flat
knee
knee to waist
waist high
North Pacific
chest to head
chest high
chest high
overhead
head high
overhead
1 foot overhead
South Pacific
overhead
head high
head high
overhead
overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - It doesn't get much smaller than this, all week tiny surf until Saturday afternoon when a few waist high waves push in. Possible ESE swell for early next week.
Pacific Coast - Dropping SW swell to start the week, waves chest high up north and head high in the Central and Southern Pacific. While waiting for the next South swell to arrive on late Sunday, expect more storm waves Thursday on the Nicoya coast.
To do your own forecast - use our links.
TIDES for 6/1/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
High Tide: 9.13 feet at 12:14 p.m.
Low Tide: .34 feet at 6:33 p.m.
New Moon - June 3rd
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
TOP NEWS
Interamerican Highway closed from San Jose to San Isidro due to mudslides and damaged roads from TS Alma. All travel must go through Jaco and Dominical to the Southern Zone.
NOW Fully Customizable Surf Trips to meet every budget and skill level !!
The Ocotal Beach Resort will be having special events for World Oceans Day June 8th, including the showing of the movie Sharkwater. Read more...
COSTA RICANS finish 2nd best behind Peru for Latin American Surfers. Continued... All the action and heat sheets can be seen at - www.isaworldchamp.com
New Book for Teens talks about saving turtles in Tamarindo - Turtle Feet, Surfer Beat is the story of Penelope who moves to Tamarindo with her parents for a month and learns about the peril of the leatherback turtle. The 86-page book written by Marina Kuperman is printed on recycled paper and has a journal in the back for a girl's own eco-adventure. Read more at - www.turtlefeetsurfersbeat.com.
From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.
The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.
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.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA REPORTS with SPONSORS
Roca Bruja Boat Tours
Playa del Coco
8381-9166
OR 2670-1869
rocasurf@...
Blue Trailz
Tamarindo
2653-0221
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp
Tamarindo
888-318-SURF
reservations@...
Cafe Playa Negra
Playa Negra
2652-9351
cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas
Playa Avellanas
2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685
olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant
Playa Negra
2652-9158
infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House
Playa Negra
239-263-8277
info@...
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (5/31)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Mostly sloppy waves, no crowds, take your chances.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): There are windows of glassy surf in the mornings and afternoons between rain storms. Don't fool around with the lightning.
** From Rafael at Witchs Rock Surf Camp in Tamarindo - (5/31)
Today I went to Avellanas Beach, the conditions was good for couple hours, the guys from WRSC had fun day for surfing, good trick, a little offshore,sizes 2ft to 5ft, great day for practis surf in Avellanas see ya tomorrow.. Pura Vida
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (5/31)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: After this weeks big storm, the surf is somewhat mixed up. Onshore and sloppy. It's going to take a few days for the sand to wash back off the reef and the choppy ocean to calm down. Lots of cloudy weather with rain most everyday now. Water temp is 80 degrees.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The beginning of this week will see a gradual increase in surf and swell peaking on Thursday with well overhead waves. Conditions depend on the wind which has not been kind the past week or so. It's that time of year.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have a low tide running through the mornings this week so Playa Avellanas might be the hot tip as long as the onshore wind doesn't blow too hard.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Photos of insects completely naked at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (6/1) -
we are starting the day with waist to chest high little lines, not so clean, but by the end of the day it should be in the head high range. There is a South that should start hitting mid day today, and if the conditions repeat from last night, which was super fun, it should be really good. Here's hopin...
Safari Surf School
Nosara
866-433-3355
info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat
Santa Teresa
2640-0524
Esencia Hotel & Villas
Santa Teresa
2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381
info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319
info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0183
info@...
Ranchos Itauna
Mal Pais
2640-0095
peter@...
Kevin's Transfers
Jaco
2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218)
comeeds@...
Third World Surf
Jaco
2643-1497
thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World
Jaco
2643-2462
info@...
Hotel Poseidon
Jaco
888-643-1242 or 2643-1642
reservations@...
Cabinas Las Arenas
Playa Hermosa
2643-7018
Hermosa Beach House
Playa Hermosa
2643-7178
info@...
The Backyard Hotel
Playa Hermosa
2643-7011
Hotel Marea Brava
Playa Hermosa
1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043
Walt Paraiso Hotel
Esterillos
2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069
waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort
Playa Bejuco
2778-8054
info@...
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco - (5/31)
Waves are 3-5 ft in Jaco with fair form lower tide seems to be better lately . I think with the rivers opening we have some sandbars forming out front and its definitely looking better than it has in a while,. Weather super nice today and looks like more for tomorrow but rain later on , business good too with the early vacationers starting to arrive this week so have fun go surfing ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
La Sirena Hotel
Quepos
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Nature Cabina
Hatillo
1-305-219-6637
qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar
Playa Dominical
2787-0052 fax 2787-0054
info@...
Hotel Diuwak
Dominical
2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089
info@...
Hotel Domilocos
Dominical
2787-0244
reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp
Dominical
2787-0157 or 2825-1381
admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps
Dominical
1-800-765-0025
info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge
Dominicalito
2787-0025
info@...
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (5/31) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS: The big news in Dominical is not the wave hight or condition, but rather the new beach. We had a huge storm which tore the river mouth wide open (about 50 meters across). All the sand from the mouth deposited itself a little to the south which gives a good pointish condition even at low tide. All along the beach the sand bars are uneven and little pointitos can be found here and there. I'm not sure how long all of this well last, but its fun at the moment.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Just little waves (shoulder high but very fun) until next Friday where it looks like we could be getting a bump.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Playa Hermosa and the beach at Dominical.
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge
Puerto Viejo
2750-0256
reservations@...
This message is being sent to you as a complimentary subscription to the Costa Rica Surf Report. If you wish to have your address removed from this list, please send an e-mail with "Unsubscribe" in the Subject. Published by the CR Surf Travel Co. 50 South Shore Dr. #8, Miami Beach, FL 33141
Monday, May 26, 2008
CR Surf Report for 5-26-08
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Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 434 ~ May 18th, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - Hermosa Beach House, Playa Hermosa
Hermosa Beach House
PIC OF THE WEEK
Gilbert Brown eyeing the lip
Gilbert Brown, Costa Rican National Champion - Open Division
Shot taken by: John Lyman
NATIONAL FORECAST
5/26-6/1
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
flat
ankle to knee
knee to waist
1-2 foot overhead
overhead
chest high
knee to waist
North Pacific
chest to head
overhead
1-2 foot overhead
3-4 foot overhead
3-4 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
overhead
South Pacific
overhead
overhead
2-4 foot overhead
double overhead+
double overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - Perfect snorkeling conditions to start the week, but a tropical disturbance is expected to cross the country and strengthen in the Caribbean, pushing in some choppy overhead surf for Thursday and Friday.
Pacific Coast - It's a double whammy this week. Leftover SSW swell keeps the surf overhead to start the week, then a West wind swell picks up from tropical storm formation. This combines with another SSW swell Thursday, pushing the surf up to double overhead for two days. It cleans up Saturday and Sunday with dropping size and better form. More SW waves are expected the following week as well.
To do your own forecast - use our links.
TIDES for 5/26/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
High Tide: 7.66 feet at 7:00 a.m.
Low Tide: 1.84 feet at 12:57 p.m.
New Moon - June 3rd
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
CR Surfing Guide
Lots of local knowledge
619-520-3545
gustavo@...
TOP NEWS
Surfrider Tamarindo chapter's monthly meeting is on 5/29 at 7 p.m. at the Playa Langosta Surf Club Sports Bar. They will then host a BEACH CLEANUP on 5/31 at 9 a.m. Meet in front of the Pescador Restaurant. E-mail chairman Lock Cooper if you wish to help.
In France at the ISA Jr. Surfing World Games, Danny Bishko passed his first heat with a 2nd place finish, as well as Jairo Perez.. Perez had a two wave combo of 8.3 and 7.4 (out of 10) for a total of 15.7, one of the highest scores of the day. On the girls side, Debbie Zec did not advance in the first round, but won her first repercharge heat, so she's still in it. And the Jr. Women's champ, Natalie Bernold, won her first heat and advanced to the second round, as did Anastacia Bissinger. Live action and heat sheets can be seen at - www.isaworldchamp.com
New Bill Introduces Wipes Out Expropriations in Playa Grande - The bill will give President Arias the power to cancel the ruling where beachfront owners had to give up 75 meters of their property, since it was inside a National Park. Read more in The Beach Times.
New Book for Teens talks about saving turtles in Tamarindo - Turtle Feet, Surfer Beat is the story of Penelope who moves to Tamarindo with her parents for a month and learns about the peril of the leatherback turtle. The 86-page book written by Marina Kuperman is printed on recycled paper and has a journal in the back for a girl's own eco-adventure. Read more at - www.turtlefeetsurfersbeat.com.
From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.
OK, so it's a skate contest - but a fun one in San Jose at the Metropolitano La Sabana. May 31st at 10 a.m. Check out their poster here, and the site - www.esgamesofskate.com
The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.
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.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA REPORTS with SPONSORS
Roca Bruja BoatTours
Playa del Coco
2670-1089
rocasurf@...
Blue Trailz
Tamarindo
2653-0221
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp
Tamarindo
888-318-SURF
reservations@...
Cafe Playa Negra
Playa Negra
2652-9351
cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas
Playa Avellanas
2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685
olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant
Playa Negra
2652-9158
infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House
Playa Negra
239-263-8277
info@...
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (5/25)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:Decent early morning, head high, sets are perfectly matched with the high tides - but somewhat mixed up by the proximity of the rainy season just south of us. There are lots of people out in the afternoon for the on shore messy surf.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The early morning tides are right, and the possibility of an afternoon session if it glasses off, but anything can affect the quality right now as the first part of the rainy season moves in.
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (5/25)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf here at Playa Negra is small and mushy. Waist high with sets up the to chest high and pretty much poor shape. Cloudy skies with light onshores. Water temp is 82 degrees.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Small surf continues for the next couple days with the rainy skies and onshore wind. The surf picks up out of the south Tuesday and peaks Wednesday some head high sets with fair shape. We've got high tide running through the mornings this week and that will help focus the swell into Playa Negra and Playa Avellanas.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Playa Negra and Playa Avellanas. Playa Grande could have some good surf early.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the allstar hermit crab races at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
Safari Surf School
Nosara
866-433-3355
info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat
Santa Teresa
2640-0524
E-mail
Esencia Hotel & Villas
Santa Teresa
2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381
info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319
info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0183
info@...
Ranchos Itauna
Mal Pais
2640-0095
peter@...
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (5/26) -
Surf today is looking OK at report time as we had some really heavy rains last night. They acutally woke me up a few times. It started clearing up around 7 this morning, which is why the report is running a bit behind schedule. The photos were taken at a dead high tide and the weather was just starting to break, so there is hope for a late mornin session. Town is pretty much dead right now, which is a good thing as Kemper has been super fun to play with this month, so I am happy to hang out at the house and send her on tickle missions.
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (5/25) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: 2 to 3 foot. Fun waves. Best at mid tide. Light showers.
Kevin's Transfers
Jaco
2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218)
comeeds@...
Third World Surf
Jaco
2643-1497
thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World
Jaco
2643-2462
info@...
Hotel Poseidon
Jaco
888-643-1242 or 2643-1642
reservations@...
Cabinas Las Arenas
Playa Hermosa
2643-7018
E-mail
Hermosa Beach House
Playa Hermosa
2643-7178
info@...
The Backyard Hotel
Playa Hermosa
2643-7011
E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava
Playa Hermosa
1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043
E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel
Esterillos
2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069
waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort
Playa Bejuco
2778-8054
info@...
La Sirena Hotel
Quepos
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Nature Cabina
Hatillo
qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar
Playa Dominical
2787-0052 fax 2787-0054
info@...
Hotel Diuwak
Dominical
2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089
info@...
Hotel Domilocos
Dominical
2787-0244
reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp
Dominical
2787-0157 or 2825-1381
admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps
Dominical
1-800-765-0025
info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge
Dominicalito
2787-0025
info@...
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (5/26) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Shoulder high and peaky but pestered by wind and the cold, muddy river water. Good in the mornings and early afternoon if the wind isn't too strong.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): We have a big event coming on Wednesday, but its a bit hard to believe. I think it is going to be a near shore event and big but crazy - waves going this way and that all on top of each other. It could be fun or it could be out of control. We'll see.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: In front of Coco's there is a good left going off. In front of the river mouth there is a good right. Between the river mouth and Coco's there is a lot of cold muddy water.
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge
Puerto Viejo
2750-0256
reservations@...
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Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 434 ~ May 18th, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - Hermosa Beach House, Playa Hermosa
Hermosa Beach House
PIC OF THE WEEK
Gilbert Brown eyeing the lip
Gilbert Brown, Costa Rican National Champion - Open Division
Shot taken by: John Lyman
NATIONAL FORECAST
5/26-6/1
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
flat
ankle to knee
knee to waist
1-2 foot overhead
overhead
chest high
knee to waist
North Pacific
chest to head
overhead
1-2 foot overhead
3-4 foot overhead
3-4 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
overhead
South Pacific
overhead
overhead
2-4 foot overhead
double overhead+
double overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - Perfect snorkeling conditions to start the week, but a tropical disturbance is expected to cross the country and strengthen in the Caribbean, pushing in some choppy overhead surf for Thursday and Friday.
Pacific Coast - It's a double whammy this week. Leftover SSW swell keeps the surf overhead to start the week, then a West wind swell picks up from tropical storm formation. This combines with another SSW swell Thursday, pushing the surf up to double overhead for two days. It cleans up Saturday and Sunday with dropping size and better form. More SW waves are expected the following week as well.
To do your own forecast - use our links.
TIDES for 5/26/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
High Tide: 7.66 feet at 7:00 a.m.
Low Tide: 1.84 feet at 12:57 p.m.
New Moon - June 3rd
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
CR Surfing Guide
Lots of local knowledge
619-520-3545
gustavo@...
TOP NEWS
Surfrider Tamarindo chapter's monthly meeting is on 5/29 at 7 p.m. at the Playa Langosta Surf Club Sports Bar. They will then host a BEACH CLEANUP on 5/31 at 9 a.m. Meet in front of the Pescador Restaurant. E-mail chairman Lock Cooper if you wish to help.
In France at the ISA Jr. Surfing World Games, Danny Bishko passed his first heat with a 2nd place finish, as well as Jairo Perez.. Perez had a two wave combo of 8.3 and 7.4 (out of 10) for a total of 15.7, one of the highest scores of the day. On the girls side, Debbie Zec did not advance in the first round, but won her first repercharge heat, so she's still in it. And the Jr. Women's champ, Natalie Bernold, won her first heat and advanced to the second round, as did Anastacia Bissinger. Live action and heat sheets can be seen at - www.isaworldchamp.com
New Bill Introduces Wipes Out Expropriations in Playa Grande - The bill will give President Arias the power to cancel the ruling where beachfront owners had to give up 75 meters of their property, since it was inside a National Park. Read more in The Beach Times.
New Book for Teens talks about saving turtles in Tamarindo - Turtle Feet, Surfer Beat is the story of Penelope who moves to Tamarindo with her parents for a month and learns about the peril of the leatherback turtle. The 86-page book written by Marina Kuperman is printed on recycled paper and has a journal in the back for a girl's own eco-adventure. Read more at - www.turtlefeetsurfersbeat.com.
From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.
OK, so it's a skate contest - but a fun one in San Jose at the Metropolitano La Sabana. May 31st at 10 a.m. Check out their poster here, and the site - www.esgamesofskate.com
The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.
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.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA REPORTS with SPONSORS
Roca Bruja BoatTours
Playa del Coco
2670-1089
rocasurf@...
Blue Trailz
Tamarindo
2653-0221
info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp
Tamarindo
888-318-SURF
reservations@...
Cafe Playa Negra
Playa Negra
2652-9351
cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas
Playa Avellanas
2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685
olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant
Playa Negra
2652-9158
infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House
Playa Negra
239-263-8277
info@...
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (5/25)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:Decent early morning, head high, sets are perfectly matched with the high tides - but somewhat mixed up by the proximity of the rainy season just south of us. There are lots of people out in the afternoon for the on shore messy surf.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The early morning tides are right, and the possibility of an afternoon session if it glasses off, but anything can affect the quality right now as the first part of the rainy season moves in.
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (5/25)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf here at Playa Negra is small and mushy. Waist high with sets up the to chest high and pretty much poor shape. Cloudy skies with light onshores. Water temp is 82 degrees.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): Small surf continues for the next couple days with the rainy skies and onshore wind. The surf picks up out of the south Tuesday and peaks Wednesday some head high sets with fair shape. We've got high tide running through the mornings this week and that will help focus the swell into Playa Negra and Playa Avellanas.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Playa Negra and Playa Avellanas. Playa Grande could have some good surf early.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the allstar hermit crab races at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
Safari Surf School
Nosara
866-433-3355
info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat
Santa Teresa
2640-0524
Esencia Hotel & Villas
Santa Teresa
2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381
info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319
info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel
Mal Pais
2640-0183
info@...
Ranchos Itauna
Mal Pais
2640-0095
peter@...
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (5/26) -
Surf today is looking OK at report time as we had some really heavy rains last night. They acutally woke me up a few times. It started clearing up around 7 this morning, which is why the report is running a bit behind schedule. The photos were taken at a dead high tide and the weather was just starting to break, so there is hope for a late mornin session. Town is pretty much dead right now, which is a good thing as Kemper has been super fun to play with this month, so I am happy to hang out at the house and send her on tickle missions.
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (5/25) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: 2 to 3 foot. Fun waves. Best at mid tide. Light showers.
Kevin's Transfers
Jaco
2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218)
comeeds@...
Third World Surf
Jaco
2643-1497
thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World
Jaco
2643-2462
info@...
Hotel Poseidon
Jaco
888-643-1242 or 2643-1642
reservations@...
Cabinas Las Arenas
Playa Hermosa
2643-7018
Hermosa Beach House
Playa Hermosa
2643-7178
info@...
The Backyard Hotel
Playa Hermosa
2643-7011
Hotel Marea Brava
Playa Hermosa
1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043
Walt Paraiso Hotel
Esterillos
2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069
waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort
Playa Bejuco
2778-8054
info@...
La Sirena Hotel
Quepos
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Nature Cabina
Hatillo
qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar
Playa Dominical
2787-0052 fax 2787-0054
info@...
Hotel Diuwak
Dominical
2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089
info@...
Hotel Domilocos
Dominical
2787-0244
reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp
Dominical
2787-0157 or 2825-1381
admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps
Dominical
1-800-765-0025
info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge
Dominicalito
2787-0025
info@...
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (5/26) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Shoulder high and peaky but pestered by wind and the cold, muddy river water. Good in the mornings and early afternoon if the wind isn't too strong.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): We have a big event coming on Wednesday, but its a bit hard to believe. I think it is going to be a near shore event and big but crazy - waves going this way and that all on top of each other. It could be fun or it could be out of control. We'll see.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: In front of Coco's there is a good left going off. In front of the river mouth there is a good right. Between the river mouth and Coco's there is a lot of cold muddy water.
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge
Puerto Viejo
2750-0256
reservations@...
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Sunday, May 18, 2008
CR Surf Report for 5-18-08
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Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 434 ~ May 18th, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - Costa Paraiso Lodge, Dominicalito
Costa Paraiso Lodge
PIC OF THE WEEK
Natalie Bernold from Jaco
Natalie Bernold, leader of the Costa Rica Jr. National Surf Team
Shot taken by: Shifi
NATIONAL FORECAST
5/19-5/25
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
knee to waist
knee to waist
waist to chest
chest high
waist high
knee to waist
knee to waist
North Pacific
chest to head
chest high
chest high
head high
overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
South Pacific
overhead
head high
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - An ENE swell arrives Tuesday evening, pushing in surf chest high plus by Thursday, and fading slowly into the weekend.
Pacific Coast - The SSW swell dies off Monday, leaving smaller surf to start the week. By Wednesday the southern beaches get another bit of SSW swell, but only for two days, then fading while the Guanacaste Coast receives overhead surf from a tropical system off the coast. Prepare for winds and rain by the weekend.
To do your own forecast - use our links.
TIDES for 5/18/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
Low Tide: 1.38 feet at 7:34 a.m.
High Tide: 8.54 feet at 1:50 p.m.
Full Moon - May 19th
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
CR Surfing Guide
Lots of local knowledge
619-520-3545
gustavo@...
TOP NEWS
From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.
OK, so it's a skate contest - but a fun one in San Jose at the Metropolitano La Sabana. May 31st at 10 a.m. Check out their poster here, and the site - www.esgamesofskate.com
The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.
José Ureña, President of the Federacion de Surf de Costa Rica (FSC), today announced the official selection of the Costa Rica National Junior Surf Team that will compete at the 2008 Quiksilver International Surfing Assocation (ISA) World Junior Surfing Championship (WJSC) that will take place in Hossegor-Capbreton-Seignosse, France from May 24 through June 1, 2008. Read more ..
From A.M. Costa Rica - Construction sites within the Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas are facing closure by the government's Tribunal Ambiental, but local real estate brokers say that the situation is not as clear-cut as the tribunal suggests. Read more..
From Greencoast.com: Op-ed piece explains recent community meeting in Puerto Viejo regarding the New World Eco-Marina.
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.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA SPONSORS
Roca Bruja BoatTours (2670-1089) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Blue Trailz (2653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (888-318-SURF) in Tamarindo - reservations@...
Cafe Playa Negra (2652-9351) in Playa Negra - cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas (2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant (2652-9158) in Playa Negra - infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
Safari Surf School in Nosara - Toll Free 866-433-3355 - info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat in Santa Teresa - 2640-0524 - E-mail
Esencia Hotel & Villas in Santa Teresa - 2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381 - info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel in Mal Pais - 2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319 - info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel in Mal Pais - Ph/Fax: 2640-0183 - info@...
Ranchos Ituana (2640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Kevin's Transfers (2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
Third World Surf (2643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World (2643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Hotel Poseidon in Jaco (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 2643-1642) - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Arenas (2643-7018) in Playa Hermosa - E-mail
Hermosa Beach House (2643-7178) in Playa Hermosa - info@...
The Backyard Hotel in Playa Hermosa (2643-7011) - E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava in Playa Hermosa (1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043) - E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel - (2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069) in Esterillos - waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort in Playa Bejuco - 2778-8054 - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar in Playa Dominical - (2787-0052 fax 2787-0054) - info@...
Hotel Diuwak in Dominical - 2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089 - info@...
Hotel Domilocos in Dominical - 2787-0244 - reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (2787-0157 or 2825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (2787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (2750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
AREA REPORTS
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (5/17)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The tides are moving into the afternoon now, and the liklihood of good surf is remote although everyone seems to be enjoying the Florida-like conditions anyway.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The head high swell has nice shape, but the light on shores are keeping us from having great surf in the early afternoon. Pray for rain.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Pick a peak - the light crowds will probably continue.
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (5/18)
The nice swells we've been having for so long are gone. Replaced by waist to chest high waves coming through every once in a while. These have been nice mornings for a mask and snorkel. Beautiful sunny skies in the mornings with those big puffy white clouds floating around up there. Light offshore wind in the mornings and blowing out onshore in the afternoons. Water temp is 84 degrees. Some rain in the late afternoons / evenings. Coming up, more of the same. Not much going on storm wise in the underworld last week so we are pretty much waveless for the next few days. A storm that went through the South Pacific a few days ago will bring some steep south swells into Central America but may be a bit too south for Playa Negra. It won't happen until next weekend anyways. So get out the longboards and lots of sunscreen. It's a long wait in between those waist high wonders. Get out there early and you'll solo. Check out some great pics daily at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (5/18) -
Good morning folks... I hope you guys are having a great weekend. Last night our crew headed to Chandi's new restaurant in Garza. Chandi used to run Il Basilico, which was shut down, but he has now moved his pizza oven down about 150meters south to another little bar. Garza is a great place to hang out on the beach and watch the sunset over Punta Guiones.
For surf today we are looking at a building swell that will peak this afternoon in the head high range. It is looking real fun on the beach... I was worried as it rained pretty good last night, but it cleaned up real quick. The winds are light offshore and we have a pushing low tide... those are some of my favorite conidtions... should be a little skate park out there today... keep an eye out for Lluigi and the boys doing some silly tricks.
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (5/17) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Current swell brings some head high sets. Light winds throughout the day.
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco (5/17) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y cond iciones: Okay heres the scoop ! We have been off playing COWBOY in Arizona for the last week , thanks to "COWBOY''Terri Flemming for the great adventure including the 8 mile hike and trail ride into Fossil Creek and the adventure to Tonto Natural bridge along with the suggestion of Cowboy Club in Sedona for a great BUFFALO burger ! I couldn't believe how beautiful the South West was and how great the people were but yep no surf so I cant fill you in ! Next week we will keep you in the loop surf wise but if you want to go on "VACA" and do it somewhere new and exciting let us know and we will hook you up with Terri and Cowboy BILL and help you have great time too ! Thanks Terri it was great and we have some great photos too ! Pura Vida AMERICAN STYLE !
** From Steve at Jazzys River House in Dominical (5/17) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: saturday morning low tide. mostly blue skies, small waves and clean conditions. yesterday we had mild storm conditions with strong onshore winds most of the day - poor conditions. today looks promising...a nice longboard day like last wednesday and thursday.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): back to summer weather with small but clean surf, somewhat peaky and overall quite mellow and fun.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: as small as it is Dominical would have to be the best bet.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Dominicals' lifeguard program is expanding and restructuring and looking forward to the arrival of our new lifeguard captain: Andrew Webster from Encinitas CA. Welcome aboard Andrew.
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Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 434 ~ May 18th, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - Costa Paraiso Lodge, Dominicalito
Costa Paraiso Lodge
PIC OF THE WEEK
Natalie Bernold from Jaco
Natalie Bernold, leader of the Costa Rica Jr. National Surf Team
Shot taken by: Shifi
NATIONAL FORECAST
5/19-5/25
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
knee to waist
knee to waist
waist to chest
chest high
waist high
knee to waist
knee to waist
North Pacific
chest to head
chest high
chest high
head high
overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
South Pacific
overhead
head high
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
1-2 feet overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - An ENE swell arrives Tuesday evening, pushing in surf chest high plus by Thursday, and fading slowly into the weekend.
Pacific Coast - The SSW swell dies off Monday, leaving smaller surf to start the week. By Wednesday the southern beaches get another bit of SSW swell, but only for two days, then fading while the Guanacaste Coast receives overhead surf from a tropical system off the coast. Prepare for winds and rain by the weekend.
To do your own forecast - use our links.
TIDES for 5/18/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
Low Tide: 1.38 feet at 7:34 a.m.
High Tide: 8.54 feet at 1:50 p.m.
Full Moon - May 19th
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
CR Surfing Guide
Lots of local knowledge
619-520-3545
gustavo@...
TOP NEWS
From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th. Beach cleanup in Guacalillo on the 20th.
OK, so it's a skate contest - but a fun one in San Jose at the Metropolitano La Sabana. May 31st at 10 a.m. Check out their poster here, and the site - www.esgamesofskate.com
The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.
José Ureña, President of the Federacion de Surf de Costa Rica (FSC), today announced the official selection of the Costa Rica National Junior Surf Team that will compete at the 2008 Quiksilver International Surfing Assocation (ISA) World Junior Surfing Championship (WJSC) that will take place in Hossegor-Capbreton-Seignosse, France from May 24 through June 1, 2008. Read more ..
From A.M. Costa Rica - Construction sites within the Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas are facing closure by the government's Tribunal Ambiental, but local real estate brokers say that the situation is not as clear-cut as the tribunal suggests. Read more..
From Greencoast.com: Op-ed piece explains recent community meeting in Puerto Viejo regarding the New World Eco-Marina.
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.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA SPONSORS
Roca Bruja BoatTours (2670-1089) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Blue Trailz (2653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (888-318-SURF) in Tamarindo - reservations@...
Cafe Playa Negra (2652-9351) in Playa Negra - cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas (2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant (2652-9158) in Playa Negra - infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
Safari Surf School in Nosara - Toll Free 866-433-3355 - info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat in Santa Teresa - 2640-0524 - E-mail
Esencia Hotel & Villas in Santa Teresa - 2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381 - info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel in Mal Pais - 2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319 - info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel in Mal Pais - Ph/Fax: 2640-0183 - info@...
Ranchos Ituana (2640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Kevin's Transfers (2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
Third World Surf (2643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World (2643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Hotel Poseidon in Jaco (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 2643-1642) - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Arenas (2643-7018) in Playa Hermosa - E-mail
Hermosa Beach House (2643-7178) in Playa Hermosa - info@...
The Backyard Hotel in Playa Hermosa (2643-7011) - E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava in Playa Hermosa (1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043) - E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel - (2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069) in Esterillos - waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort in Playa Bejuco - 2778-8054 - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar in Playa Dominical - (2787-0052 fax 2787-0054) - info@...
Hotel Diuwak in Dominical - 2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089 - info@...
Hotel Domilocos in Dominical - 2787-0244 - reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (2787-0157 or 2825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (2787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (2750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
AREA REPORTS
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (5/17)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The tides are moving into the afternoon now, and the liklihood of good surf is remote although everyone seems to be enjoying the Florida-like conditions anyway.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The head high swell has nice shape, but the light on shores are keeping us from having great surf in the early afternoon. Pray for rain.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: Pick a peak - the light crowds will probably continue.
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (5/18)
The nice swells we've been having for so long are gone. Replaced by waist to chest high waves coming through every once in a while. These have been nice mornings for a mask and snorkel. Beautiful sunny skies in the mornings with those big puffy white clouds floating around up there. Light offshore wind in the mornings and blowing out onshore in the afternoons. Water temp is 84 degrees. Some rain in the late afternoons / evenings. Coming up, more of the same. Not much going on storm wise in the underworld last week so we are pretty much waveless for the next few days. A storm that went through the South Pacific a few days ago will bring some steep south swells into Central America but may be a bit too south for Playa Negra. It won't happen until next weekend anyways. So get out the longboards and lots of sunscreen. It's a long wait in between those waist high wonders. Get out there early and you'll solo. Check out some great pics daily at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (5/18) -
Good morning folks... I hope you guys are having a great weekend. Last night our crew headed to Chandi's new restaurant in Garza. Chandi used to run Il Basilico, which was shut down, but he has now moved his pizza oven down about 150meters south to another little bar. Garza is a great place to hang out on the beach and watch the sunset over Punta Guiones.
For surf today we are looking at a building swell that will peak this afternoon in the head high range. It is looking real fun on the beach... I was worried as it rained pretty good last night, but it cleaned up real quick. The winds are light offshore and we have a pushing low tide... those are some of my favorite conidtions... should be a little skate park out there today... keep an eye out for Lluigi and the boys doing some silly tricks.
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (5/17) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Current swell brings some head high sets. Light winds throughout the day.
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco (5/17) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y cond iciones: Okay heres the scoop ! We have been off playing COWBOY in Arizona for the last week , thanks to "COWBOY''Terri Flemming for the great adventure including the 8 mile hike and trail ride into Fossil Creek and the adventure to Tonto Natural bridge along with the suggestion of Cowboy Club in Sedona for a great BUFFALO burger ! I couldn't believe how beautiful the South West was and how great the people were but yep no surf so I cant fill you in ! Next week we will keep you in the loop surf wise but if you want to go on "VACA" and do it somewhere new and exciting let us know and we will hook you up with Terri and Cowboy BILL and help you have great time too ! Thanks Terri it was great and we have some great photos too ! Pura Vida AMERICAN STYLE !
** From Steve at Jazzys River House in Dominical (5/17) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: saturday morning low tide. mostly blue skies, small waves and clean conditions. yesterday we had mild storm conditions with strong onshore winds most of the day - poor conditions. today looks promising...a nice longboard day like last wednesday and thursday.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): back to summer weather with small but clean surf, somewhat peaky and overall quite mellow and fun.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: as small as it is Dominical would have to be the best bet.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Dominicals' lifeguard program is expanding and restructuring and looking forward to the arrival of our new lifeguard captain: Andrew Webster from Encinitas CA. Welcome aboard Andrew.
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Monday, May 12, 2008
CR Surf Report for 5-12-08
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Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 433 ~ May 12th, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - Villas Rio Mar, Dominical
Privacy in a tropical setting
PIC OF THE WEEK
Taken by: Fabian Sanchez,
NATIONAL FORECAST
5/12-5/18
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
chest to head
waist high
knee to waist
knee to waist
waist high
waist high
waist high
North Pacific
1-2 feet overhead
overhead
head high
chest to head high
chest high
chest high
chest to head
South Pacific
1-3 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
overhead
overhead
head high
head high
overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - The East swell fades through the start of the week, but there's enough juice for ridable surf through to the weekend.
Pacific Coast - The swell calms quickly as the week begins, dropping from 2 foot overhead Monday down to head high by sunset on Tuesday. Then it's another wait for more surf from SSW. This time not arriving until next Monday, with a couple of preview sets arriving Sunday evening.
To do your own forecast - use our surf links.
TIDES for 5/12/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
High Tide: 8.23 feet at 8:26 a.m.
Low Tide: 1.30 feet at 1:35 p.m.
Full Moon - May 19th
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
CR Surfing Guide
Lots of local knowledge
619-520-3545
gustavo@...
TOP NEWS
From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th.
The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.
José Ureña, President of the Federacion de Surf de Costa Rica (FSC), today announced the official selection of the Costa Rica National Junior Surf Team that will compete at the 2008 Quiksilver International Surfing Assocation (ISA) World Junior Surfing Championship (WJSC) that will take place in Hossegor-Capbreton-Seignosse, France from May 24 through June 1, 2008. Read more ..
From A.M. Costa Rica - Construction sites within the Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas are facing closure by the government's Tribunal Ambiental, but local real estate brokers say that the situation is not as clear-cut as the tribunal suggests. Read more..
See the results from the first Bodyboarding Contest in Costa Rica, held in Playa Hermosa at Terrazas del Pacifico last Sunday April 27th. Read more..
From Greencoast.com: Op-ed piece explains recent community meeting in Puerto Viejo regarding the New World Eco-Marina.
From the Tico Times: Campaign Yields 5,000 Signatures Against Marina.
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.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA SPONSORS
Roca Bruja BoatTours (2670-1089) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Blue Trailz (2653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (888-318-SURF) in Tamarindo - reservations@...
Cafe Playa Negra (2652-9351) in Playa Negra - cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas (2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant (2652-9158) in Playa Negra - infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
Safari Surf School in Nosara - Toll Free 866-433-3355 - info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat in Santa Teresa - 2640-0524 - E-mail
Esencia Hotel & Villas in Santa Teresa - 2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381 - info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel in Mal Pais - 2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319 - info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel in Mal Pais - Ph/Fax: 2640-0183 - info@...
Ranchos Ituana (2640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Kevin's Transfers (2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
Third World Surf (2643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World (2643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Hotel Poseidon in Jaco (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 2643-1642) - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Arenas (2643-7018) in Playa Hermosa - E-mail
Hermosa Beach House (2643-7178) in Playa Hermosa - info@...
The Backyard Hotel in Playa Hermosa (2643-7011) - E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava in Playa Hermosa (1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043) - E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel - (2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069) in Esterillos - waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort in Playa Bejuco - 2778-8054 - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar in Playa Dominical - (2787-0052 fax 2787-0054) - info@...
Hotel Diuwak in Dominical - 2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089 - info@...
Hotel Domilocos in Dominical - 2787-0244 - reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (2787-0157 or 2825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (2787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (2750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
AREA REPORTS
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (5/10)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Good conditions in the morning and afternoon are allowing us to ride some well overhead, powerful, surf. If it gets much bigger we'll have to slip down the beach to Tamarindo . It is cloudier every day as the rainy season moves towards us from the south where it has
already begun.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The tides are right for the morning window, so somewhere in the bay it should be surfable in case it gets too big out front.
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (5/11)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been head high to a couple feet over head on the sets. This swell we are into now is too south for Playa Negra so a lot of the waves are closing out. Partly cloudy in the mornings with rain in the afternoons as we have officially moved into the rainy season. Water temp is 84 degrees.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): This south swell will peak on Sunday with well over head sets. The beginning of the week will see a decrease in surf as this swell fades. Chest high sets for midweek and then more south swell for the end of the work week and into next weekend.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have high tide running through the mornings this week and that means Playa Negra early. There was only one guy out there this morning for almost an hour..
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Naked Watusi warriors throw down their spears and pick up surfboards. Photos at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Steve at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones (5/10) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Big waves 5-7ft in Guiones but unorganized and closing out. It could be one of those swells where you need to check it out during the day to see if conditions change.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The swell should back down on Sunday and the rest of next week. Hopefully giving us some cleaner waves. The best bet is forst ting in the moring and the late afternoon session. The wind has been really laying down in the late afternoon giving us some fun sunset sessions.
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (5/11) -
Well, yesterday we had our first real rain... it felt so good sleeping last night... we are about at the end of our A/C season, and back to fans and open windows... But, since it rained like crazy last night, you may want to hold off of the morning session. It isn't looking real good today, and last year I got a funky cold right after the first rains. I look at it like this... we have been dry now for almost 6 months... that is a lot of fertilizer, pesticide, monkey poop, that is all washing into our bay this morning. Don't get me wrong, Guiones is about as clean as it gets... and I am sure you will be fine, just rinse out the ears today...
Surf is looking like the rainy season, which I love cause we have all sorts of crazy sections... like a little skate park in the head high to a bit overhead range today. When they jack up right, there are some barrel sections, but you gotta be on your game to get'm... Have a great day, and we will see you back in the morning...
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (5/10) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Big southwest swell, peaking over the weekend. Double overhead - light winds in the afternoon, some showers. Best at mid-tide.
** From Steve at Jazzys River House in Dominical (5/12) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: 7am monday morning . blue sky, snappy offshore breeze, clean conditions on the incoming tide. bigger set waves well overhead and dumping/mostly closed out. half a dozen surfer picking off shoulders only. lots of water moving, tough paddle out/river surprisingly clear (some hard rain lately) but full. strong rip.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): continued light rain expected with heavy water and overhead powerful waves.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: maybe the point?
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: dominical has hired a new lifeguard to replace founder and leader Matt Haley. Matt is taking a needed break from the beach, working in Florida . New lifeguard, Andrew Webster is from Encinitas, CA and hopes to be here in Domninical by mid-june if not before.
This message is being sent to you as a complimentary subscription to the Costa Rica Surf Report. If you wish to have your address removed from this list, please send an e-mail with "Unsubscribe" in the Subject. Published by the CR Surf Travel Co. 50 South Shore Dr. #8, Miami Beach, FL 33141
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 433 ~ May 12th, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - Villas Rio Mar, Dominical
Privacy in a tropical setting
PIC OF THE WEEK
Taken by: Fabian Sanchez,
NATIONAL FORECAST
5/12-5/18
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
chest to head
waist high
knee to waist
knee to waist
waist high
waist high
waist high
North Pacific
1-2 feet overhead
overhead
head high
chest to head high
chest high
chest high
chest to head
South Pacific
1-3 feet overhead
1 foot overhead
overhead
overhead
head high
head high
overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - The East swell fades through the start of the week, but there's enough juice for ridable surf through to the weekend.
Pacific Coast - The swell calms quickly as the week begins, dropping from 2 foot overhead Monday down to head high by sunset on Tuesday. Then it's another wait for more surf from SSW. This time not arriving until next Monday, with a couple of preview sets arriving Sunday evening.
To do your own forecast - use our surf links.
TIDES for 5/12/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
High Tide: 8.23 feet at 8:26 a.m.
Low Tide: 1.30 feet at 1:35 p.m.
Full Moon - May 19th
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
CR Surfing Guide
Lots of local knowledge
619-520-3545
gustavo@...
TOP NEWS
From - www.lasolashotel.com/soulstice.cfm - The Soulstice Open Expression Session is an annual surf contest created to bring the locals together in Playa Hermosa to develop programs that have a positive impact on the surf community. It takes place from June 21st to the 24th.
The first leg of the Corona Triple Crown Surf Series will take place in Dominical on June 21st and 22nd. CRSURF will help sponsor the event, and the competition expects to draw a lot of international competitors. Ask us about our special travel packages (airfare, hotel, 4wd rental) for this event.
José Ureña, President of the Federacion de Surf de Costa Rica (FSC), today announced the official selection of the Costa Rica National Junior Surf Team that will compete at the 2008 Quiksilver International Surfing Assocation (ISA) World Junior Surfing Championship (WJSC) that will take place in Hossegor-Capbreton-Seignosse, France from May 24 through June 1, 2008. Read more ..
From A.M. Costa Rica - Construction sites within the Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas are facing closure by the government's Tribunal Ambiental, but local real estate brokers say that the situation is not as clear-cut as the tribunal suggests. Read more..
See the results from the first Bodyboarding Contest in Costa Rica, held in Playa Hermosa at Terrazas del Pacifico last Sunday April 27th. Read more..
From Greencoast.com: Op-ed piece explains recent community meeting in Puerto Viejo regarding the New World Eco-Marina.
From the Tico Times: Campaign Yields 5,000 Signatures Against Marina.
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.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA SPONSORS
Roca Bruja BoatTours (2670-1089) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Blue Trailz (2653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@...
Witchs Rock Surf Camp (888-318-SURF) in Tamarindo - reservations@...
Cafe Playa Negra (2652-9351) in Playa Negra - cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas (2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant (2652-9158) in Playa Negra - infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
Safari Surf School in Nosara - Toll Free 866-433-3355 - info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat in Santa Teresa - 2640-0524 - E-mail
Esencia Hotel & Villas in Santa Teresa - 2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381 - info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel in Mal Pais - 2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319 - info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel in Mal Pais - Ph/Fax: 2640-0183 - info@...
Ranchos Ituana (2640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Kevin's Transfers (2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
Third World Surf (2643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World (2643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Hotel Poseidon in Jaco (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 2643-1642) - reservations@...
Cabinas Las Arenas (2643-7018) in Playa Hermosa - E-mail
Hermosa Beach House (2643-7178) in Playa Hermosa - info@...
The Backyard Hotel in Playa Hermosa (2643-7011) - E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava in Playa Hermosa (1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043) - E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel - (2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069) in Esterillos - waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort in Playa Bejuco - 2778-8054 - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar in Playa Dominical - (2787-0052 fax 2787-0054) - info@...
Hotel Diuwak in Dominical - 2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089 - info@...
Hotel Domilocos in Dominical - 2787-0244 - reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (2787-0157 or 2825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (2787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (2750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
AREA REPORTS
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (5/10)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Good conditions in the morning and afternoon are allowing us to ride some well overhead, powerful, surf. If it gets much bigger we'll have to slip down the beach to Tamarindo . It is cloudier every day as the rainy season moves towards us from the south where it has
already begun.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The tides are right for the morning window, so somewhere in the bay it should be surfable in case it gets too big out front.
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (5/11)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The waves have been head high to a couple feet over head on the sets. This swell we are into now is too south for Playa Negra so a lot of the waves are closing out. Partly cloudy in the mornings with rain in the afternoons as we have officially moved into the rainy season. Water temp is 84 degrees.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): This south swell will peak on Sunday with well over head sets. The beginning of the week will see a decrease in surf as this swell fades. Chest high sets for midweek and then more south swell for the end of the work week and into next weekend.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: We have high tide running through the mornings this week and that means Playa Negra early. There was only one guy out there this morning for almost an hour..
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Naked Watusi warriors throw down their spears and pick up surfboards. Photos at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Steve at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones (5/10) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Big waves 5-7ft in Guiones but unorganized and closing out. It could be one of those swells where you need to check it out during the day to see if conditions change.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): The swell should back down on Sunday and the rest of next week. Hopefully giving us some cleaner waves. The best bet is forst ting in the moring and the late afternoon session. The wind has been really laying down in the late afternoon giving us some fun sunset sessions.
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (5/11) -
Well, yesterday we had our first real rain... it felt so good sleeping last night... we are about at the end of our A/C season, and back to fans and open windows... But, since it rained like crazy last night, you may want to hold off of the morning session. It isn't looking real good today, and last year I got a funky cold right after the first rains. I look at it like this... we have been dry now for almost 6 months... that is a lot of fertilizer, pesticide, monkey poop, that is all washing into our bay this morning. Don't get me wrong, Guiones is about as clean as it gets... and I am sure you will be fine, just rinse out the ears today...
Surf is looking like the rainy season, which I love cause we have all sorts of crazy sections... like a little skate park in the head high to a bit overhead range today. When they jack up right, there are some barrel sections, but you gotta be on your game to get'm... Have a great day, and we will see you back in the morning...
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (5/10) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Big southwest swell, peaking over the weekend. Double overhead - light winds in the afternoon, some showers. Best at mid-tide.
** From Steve at Jazzys River House in Dominical (5/12) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: 7am monday morning . blue sky, snappy offshore breeze, clean conditions on the incoming tide. bigger set waves well overhead and dumping/mostly closed out. half a dozen surfer picking off shoulders only. lots of water moving, tough paddle out/river surprisingly clear (some hard rain lately) but full. strong rip.
WHAT TO EXPECT THIS WEEKEND (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar este fin de semana (clima y olas): continued light rain expected with heavy water and overhead powerful waves.
BEST PLACE TO SURF THIS WEEKEND IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear este fin de semana en su area: maybe the point?
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: dominical has hired a new lifeguard to replace founder and leader Matt Haley. Matt is taking a needed break from the beach, working in Florida . New lifeguard, Andrew Webster is from Encinitas, CA and hopes to be here in Domninical by mid-june if not before.
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Sunday, May 4, 2008
CR Surf Report for 5-4-08
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Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 432 ~ May 4th, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - Luz de Vida Resort, Mal Pais
Privacy in a tropical setting
PIC OF THE WEEK
Jefferson Tacson - Three feet of vert
Taken by: Anderson Tacson
NATIONAL FORECAST
5/5-5/11
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
knee or less
knee or less
knee high
knee to waist
waist to chest
chest high
chest to head
North Pacific
1 foot overhead
head high
head high
head high
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
2-4 foot overhead
South Pacific
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
overhead
overhead
1-2 feet overhead
2-3 feet overhead
DOUBLE overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - The week starts off quiet, but a ESE swell sets up near Venezuela and pushes in some chest high surf going into the weekend.
Pacific Coast - The current SW swell is giving the entire coast some overhead surf through Tuesday morning. This fades through the day, dropping down to head high by Wednesday up north, a lil bigger down south. More of the same Thursday and Friday morning, but by dusk surfers see a few 1-2 foot overhead sets. More of them Saturday, and the full SSW arrives Sunday pushing waves up to double overhead.
To do your own forecast - use our links here.
TIDES for 5/4/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
Low Tide: .26 feet at 7:17 a.m.
Low Tide: 9.52 feet at 1:38 p.m.
New Moon - May 5th
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
CR Surfing Guide
Lots of local knowledge
619-520-3545
gustavo@...
TOP NEWS
Gilbert Brown takes the crown in the last contest on the CNS in Playa Hermosa. Read more in spanish in La Nacion.. or English..
Tamarindo Recycling Day: May 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Tamarindo Beach parking lot, tamarindorecycles@....
See the results from the first Bodyboarding Contest in Costa Rica, held in Playa Hermosa at Terrazas del Pacifico last Sunday April 27th. Read more..
Turtle Protection Workshop: May 11, 9-11:30 a.m., El Pizote Lodge, ATEC, Puerto Viejo, Limón, 2750-0191.
From Greencoast.com: Op-ed piece explains recent community meeting in Puerto Viejo regarding the New World Eco-Marina.
From the Tico Times: Campaign Yields 5,000 Signatures Against Marina.
Those planning a trip to the waves of Tamarindo, Langosta, Grande, Negra or Avellanas down here in Costa Rica, don't forget to give back to these same breaks by joining the first chapter of Surfrider Costa Rica. All money from proceeds of memberships and t-shirts sales go to our beach clean up campaigns, water testing and environmental education. You can sign up or get a great
Surfrider Tamarindo t-shirt at Sports Club Sports Bar Langosta. For more info, contact Lock Cooper - Co- chair Surfrider Tamarindo.
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.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA SPONSORS
Cabinas Las Arenas (2643-7018) in Playa Hermosa - E-mail
Blue Trailz (2653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@...
Roca Bruja Boat Tours (2670-1089) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Cafe Playa Negra (2652-9351) in Playa Negra - cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas (2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant (2652-9158) in Playa Negra - infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
Safari Surf School in Nosara - Toll Free 866-433-3355 - info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat in Santa Teresa - 2640-0524 - E-mail
Esencia Hotel & Villas in Santa Teresa - 2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381 - info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel in Mal Pais - 2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319 - info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel in Mal Pais - Ph/Fax: 2640-0183 - info@...
Ranchos Ituana (2640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Kevin's Transfers (2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
Third World Surf (2643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World (2643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Hotel Poseidon in Jaco (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 2643-1642) - reservations@...
Hermosa Beach House (2643-7178) in Playa Hermosa - info@...
The Backyard Hotel in Playa Hermosa (2643-7011) - E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava in Playa Hermosa (1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043) - E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel - (2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069) in Esterillos - waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort in Playa Bejuco - 2778-8054 - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar in Playa Dominical - (2787-0052 fax 2787-0054) - info@...
Hotel Diuwak in Dominical - 2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089 - info@...
Hotel Domilocos in Dominical - 2787-0244 - reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (2787-0157 or 2825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (2787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (2750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
AREA REPORTS
** From Carlos at Costa Rica Aventuras in Playa de Coco (5/2)-
Witchs Rock: Las condiciones estan muy buenas, el tamaño de las olas estan entre 6 a 10 pies constante y con viento perfecto, un poco de corriente pero perfecto para sacar buenas seciones con buenos tubos....
Ollies Point: Las condiciones muy buenas tipicas de este mes con olas muy buenas entre 5 a 8 pies perfecto con buenos tubos.....
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (5/3)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We are seeing some Florida type rideable surf even though the high tides are in the afternoon and the wind is coming onshore before noon. The swell has been constant at just about the right head high plus size.
WHAT TO EXPECT (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar (clima y olas): As the tides get late we could get lucky with an afternoon glass off.
BEST PLACE TO SURF IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear en su area: The usual focus-in spots are more consistent.
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (5/3)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been pumping. Double overhead with mostly good shape. Partly cloudy skies with light offshore or no wind in the mornings, coming on shore before noon everyday. Water temp is 83 degrees.
WHAT TO EXPECT (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar (clima y olas): The swell will start to decrease for the start of the new week. Head high with just overhead sets and continuing smaller as we work our way into the week. The start of the rainy season is going to happen any day now.
BEST PLACE TO SURF IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear en su area: We have low tide in the mornings now. Negra if you Don't mind the rocks or Avellanas if you do mind the rocks.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the latest Playa Negra slide shows at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Steve at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones (5/3) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Waves are 6-8 ft. with stormy conditions. Winds turning onshore early.
WHAT TO EXPECT (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar (clima y olas): The swell should continue through the weekend. Hopefully the waves will clean up with some better shape. Wase are expected to drop in size early next week.
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (5/4) -
Head high surf with overhead sets. Waiting for higher tides to clean it up.
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (5/3) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Solid overhead sets. Good shape when the wind isn't on it. Light rain.
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco (5/3) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Good size out there but we need some RAIN to drive away the closeouts ! Business is good and plenty of people around town . Boca was on fire if a bit small with excellent shape today ! Have fun ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (5/3) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Shoulder to slightly overhead started today (Sunday). On shore breeze isn't too bad and mid-day surf at the mid to high tide works ok. Possibly there will be enough tide this afternoon to get an early evening session in.
WHAT TO EXPECT (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar (clima y olas): It looks like next weekend may have some bigger waves, but the storm is way down south of Peru , so we won't know for sure until Tuesday or Wednesday.
BEST PLACE TO SURF IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear en su area: The beach was closed out with a strong current over the last few days, but I had a great session today at 11:00 am up by the river mouth. No strong current and I found some nice A-frames.
This message is being sent to you as a complimentary subscription to the Costa Rica Surf Report. If you wish to have your address removed from this list, please send an e-mail with "Unsubscribe" in the Subject. Published by the CR Surf Travel Co. 50 South Shore Dr. #8, Miami Beach, FL 33141
Costa Rica's Weekly Surf Report ~ Volume 9, Issue 432 ~ May 4th, 2008
Contents
National Forecast
Tides
Top News
Area Reports & Forecasts
For more, go to www.CRSURF.com
Featured Hotel - Luz de Vida Resort, Mal Pais
Privacy in a tropical setting
PIC OF THE WEEK
Jefferson Tacson - Three feet of vert
Taken by: Anderson Tacson
NATIONAL FORECAST
5/5-5/11
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thur
Fri
Sat
Sun
Caribbean
knee or less
knee or less
knee high
knee to waist
waist to chest
chest high
chest to head
North Pacific
1 foot overhead
head high
head high
head high
1 foot overhead
1-2 feet overhead
2-4 foot overhead
South Pacific
1 foot overhead
1 foot overhead
overhead
overhead
1-2 feet overhead
2-3 feet overhead
DOUBLE overhead
Overview - Caribbean Coast - The week starts off quiet, but a ESE swell sets up near Venezuela and pushes in some chest high surf going into the weekend.
Pacific Coast - The current SW swell is giving the entire coast some overhead surf through Tuesday morning. This fades through the day, dropping down to head high by Wednesday up north, a lil bigger down south. More of the same Thursday and Friday morning, but by dusk surfers see a few 1-2 foot overhead sets. More of them Saturday, and the full SSW arrives Sunday pushing waves up to double overhead.
To do your own forecast - use our links here.
TIDES for 5/4/08
(add ~50 min. each day) Month View
Low Tide: .26 feet at 7:17 a.m.
Low Tide: 9.52 feet at 1:38 p.m.
New Moon - May 5th
General Travel & Tour Sponsors
Tico Travel
Surf Trips
1-800-493-8426
info@...
Mike Dolsey Designs
Wholesale surfboards and surfing accessories
mdolsey@...
Island Hoppers TV
Bringing you the best surfing in da islands
info@...
CR Travel Guide DVD
Vertical Pics production
info@...
Lohelani Catamaran Tours
Pacific Boat Trips
714-957-8144
info@...
Surfer's Guide to Costa Rica
The original C.R. guidebook for scoring surf
info@...
CR Surfing Guide
Lots of local knowledge
619-520-3545
gustavo@...
TOP NEWS
Gilbert Brown takes the crown in the last contest on the CNS in Playa Hermosa. Read more in spanish in La Nacion.. or English..
Tamarindo Recycling Day: May 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Tamarindo Beach parking lot, tamarindorecycles@....
See the results from the first Bodyboarding Contest in Costa Rica, held in Playa Hermosa at Terrazas del Pacifico last Sunday April 27th. Read more..
Turtle Protection Workshop: May 11, 9-11:30 a.m., El Pizote Lodge, ATEC, Puerto Viejo, Limón, 2750-0191.
From Greencoast.com: Op-ed piece explains recent community meeting in Puerto Viejo regarding the New World Eco-Marina.
From the Tico Times: Campaign Yields 5,000 Signatures Against Marina.
Those planning a trip to the waves of Tamarindo, Langosta, Grande, Negra or Avellanas down here in Costa Rica, don't forget to give back to these same breaks by joining the first chapter of Surfrider Costa Rica. All money from proceeds of memberships and t-shirts sales go to our beach clean up campaigns, water testing and environmental education. You can sign up or get a great
Surfrider Tamarindo t-shirt at Sports Club Sports Bar Langosta. For more info, contact Lock Cooper - Co- chair Surfrider Tamarindo.
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.
For more top news stories, check here..
AREA SPONSORS
Cabinas Las Arenas (2643-7018) in Playa Hermosa - E-mail
Blue Trailz (2653-0221) in Tamarindo - info@...
Roca Bruja Boat Tours (2670-1089) in Playa del Coco - rocasurf@...
Cafe Playa Negra (2652-9351) in Playa Negra - cafeplayanegra@...
Cabinas Las Olas (2658-8315 Fax: 2222-8685) in Playa Avellanas - olassa@...
Dona Paulina's Hotel and Restaurant (2652-9158) in Playa Negra - infodonapaulina@...
A Surfer's Dream House in Playa Negra - info@...
Safari Surf School in Nosara - Toll Free 866-433-3355 - info@...
Horizon Surf & Yoga Retreat in Santa Teresa - 2640-0524 - E-mail
Esencia Hotel & Villas in Santa Teresa - 2640-0420 Fax: 2640-0381 - info@...
Luz de Vida Hotel in Mal Pais - 2640-0320 Fax: 2640-0319 - info@...
Vista de Olas Hotel in Mal Pais - Ph/Fax: 2640-0183 - info@...
Ranchos Ituana (2640-0095) in Mal Pais - peter@...
Kevin's Transfers (2643-2604 / cell:(712) 361-9218) in Jaco - comeeds@...
Third World Surf (2643-1497) in Jaco - thirdworldproductionscr@...
School of the World (2643-2462) in Jaco - info@...
Hotel Poseidon in Jaco (Toll free:888-643-1242 or 2643-1642) - reservations@...
Hermosa Beach House (2643-7178) in Playa Hermosa - info@...
The Backyard Hotel in Playa Hermosa (2643-7011) - E-mail
Hotel Marea Brava in Playa Hermosa (1-866-727-2577 or C.R. 2643-7043) - E-mail
Walt Paraiso Hotel - (2215-1515 fax: 2778-8069) in Esterillos - waltparaiso@...
Delfin Beach Front Resort in Playa Bejuco - 2778-8054 - info@...
La Sirena Hotel (1-800-493-8426) in Quepos - info@...
Nature Cabina for rent near Dominical Beaches - qpb@...
Villas Rio Mar in Playa Dominical - (2787-0052 fax 2787-0054) - info@...
Hotel Diuwak in Dominical - 2787-0087 Fax: 2787-0089 - info@...
Hotel Domilocos in Dominical - 2787-0244 - reservations@...
Green Iguana Surf Camp (2787-0157 or 2825-1381) in Dominical - admin@...
Teen Spanish and Surf Camps (1-800-765-0025) - info@...
Costa Paraiso Lodge (2787-0025) in Dominicalito - info@...
Cashew Hill Jungle Lodge (2750-0256) in Puerto Viejo - reservations@...
AREA REPORTS
** From Carlos at Costa Rica Aventuras in Playa de Coco (5/2)-
Witchs Rock: Las condiciones estan muy buenas, el tamaño de las olas estan entre 6 a 10 pies constante y con viento perfecto, un poco de corriente pero perfecto para sacar buenas seciones con buenos tubos....
Ollies Point: Las condiciones muy buenas tipicas de este mes con olas muy buenas entre 5 a 8 pies perfecto con buenos tubos.....
** From Louis at Hotel Las Tortugas in Playa Grande (5/3)-
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: We are seeing some Florida type rideable surf even though the high tides are in the afternoon and the wind is coming onshore before noon. The swell has been constant at just about the right head high plus size.
WHAT TO EXPECT (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar (clima y olas): As the tides get late we could get lucky with an afternoon glass off.
BEST PLACE TO SURF IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear en su area: The usual focus-in spots are more consistent.
** From photographer John Lyman, Lyman Photos in Playa Negra - (5/3)
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: The surf has been pumping. Double overhead with mostly good shape. Partly cloudy skies with light offshore or no wind in the mornings, coming on shore before noon everyday. Water temp is 83 degrees.
WHAT TO EXPECT (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar (clima y olas): The swell will start to decrease for the start of the new week. Head high with just overhead sets and continuing smaller as we work our way into the week. The start of the rainy season is going to happen any day now.
BEST PLACE TO SURF IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear en su area: We have low tide in the mornings now. Negra if you Don't mind the rocks or Avellanas if you do mind the rocks.
NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS- Noticias y dias especiales: Check out the latest Playa Negra slide shows at www.lymanphotos.sbpix.com
** From Steve at Coconut Harrys Surf Shop in Playa Guiones (5/3) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Waves are 6-8 ft. with stormy conditions. Winds turning onshore early.
WHAT TO EXPECT (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar (clima y olas): The swell should continue through the weekend. Hopefully the waves will clean up with some better shape. Wase are expected to drop in size early next week.
** From Erik at SurfingNosara.com in Playa Guiones (5/4) -
Head high surf with overhead sets. Waiting for higher tides to clean it up.
** From Hotel Buenisimo in Santa Teresa/Mal Pais (5/3) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Solid overhead sets. Good shape when the wind isn't on it. Light rain.
** From Chuck at Walking on Water Surf Shop in Jaco (5/3) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones: Good size out there but we need some RAIN to drive away the closeouts ! Business is good and plenty of people around town . Boca was on fire if a bit small with excellent shape today ! Have fun ! Chuck and the CREW at W.O.W. SURF !
** From Brice at Land Assurance in Dominical (5/3) -
AREA WAVE HEIGHTS AND CONDITIONS - Tamano de las olas y condiciones:
Shoulder to slightly overhead started today (Sunday). On shore breeze isn't too bad and mid-day surf at the mid to high tide works ok. Possibly there will be enough tide this afternoon to get an early evening session in.
WHAT TO EXPECT (weather and waves) - Que va a pasar (clima y olas): It looks like next weekend may have some bigger waves, but the storm is way down south of Peru , so we won't know for sure until Tuesday or Wednesday.
BEST PLACE TO SURF IN YOUR AREA - El mejor lugar a surfear en su area: The beach was closed out with a strong current over the last few days, but I had a great session today at 11:00 am up by the river mouth. No strong current and I found some nice A-frames.
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