Thursday, January 8, 2009

Puerto Escondido Surf Update #2

Our fourth day in Puerto today and I had my fourth surf this morning. Probably the best one so far too. Although it has been almost equally perfect each morning. I don't think the hardcore locals are too happy with the lack of size, but it's absolutely ideal for me. 3-5 ft, clean, hollow and powerful. Plus the water is a very refreshing temperature. I'm loving every second of it.

In addition to the great waves, the wildlife has presented itself in abundance. Yesterday I spotted a flying stingray jump 1 meter from the water just our from where I was paddling. There are flocks of brown pelicans that fly along the faces of the waves about 10cm from the water as if they are surfing. There was a snake on the beach on the 2nd day and the tree out from our balcony is full of huge lizards, hummingbirds and other colourful birds.

The pics below are from sunset last night. The onshore wind didn't pick up too much through the day and the waves stayed rideable for most of the day, although not quite as good as early morning when the wind blows just right.




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