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    OC vs SD for surfing/life?

    Currently live in SD. Enjoy it, but I'm remote and am itching to explore more of SoCal and want to try living somewhere a bit more ethnically diverse and better for young people? Also considering LA. Know LA surfing sucks (unless you go up north to Malibu, etc.) , and OC is solid, but was unsure how OC specifically stacked up against SD. Is it reasonable to try and surfing almost every day? Would probably live in Costa Mesa. OC just sounds like a bit more of a diverse version of SD, without the crazy bullshit you deal with in LA.

    4 Comments
    2024/03/25
    20:06 UTC

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    What Wave Energy do you consider big on the new Surfline feature? It was at just over 1000kJ today at the pointbreak I was surfing today and felt like it was around the limit of what i would go out in, cheers for responses in advance!

    13 Comments
    2024/03/25
    18:47 UTC

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    Less kook in this part of Canggu

    0 Comments
    2024/03/25
    18:13 UTC

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    Anyone have an earlier version of Akushaper for Mac that I could download?

    Looking for a version that is compatible with OSX 10.11.6

    0 Comments
    2024/03/25
    14:32 UTC

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    Lower Back Pain?

    Hey friends just wanted to poll the group for any long time surfers- do you find that you have somewhat chronic low back pain? Please respond to my poll below and, if you have any tips for stretching please share in comments! ✌🏼🙏🏼🤙🏽

    View Poll

    10 Comments
    2024/03/25
    14:07 UTC

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    How often do you have to wash your wetsuits

    I rinse my wetsuit every time after surfing but I also got a bottle of srface wetsuit wash and I was wondering how often I should use that.

    Edit, I realize it would be better to ask if it is necessary to wash a wetsuit

    49 Comments
    2024/03/25
    13:31 UTC

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    Surfcamp in Java or Lombok on a budget

    Hello! In July/August I’ll be in solo travelling Indonesia. I already know Bali and I would like to focus more on the other islands.

    I’m looking for a good surf camp for beginner/intermediate level in Java or Lombok.

    What I’m finding online are super expensive luxury camps (I guess because those are the ones to have a budget for marketing…).

    I’m looking for a surf camp with accommodation, 1-2 lessons per day and a good family vibe with friendly people. I’m on a budget, and don’t care about staying in a hostel type accommodation.

    Any recommendations?

    5 Comments
    2024/03/25
    12:38 UTC

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    For pop ups on boards 6’ and under, do you guys pop on different parts of the board depending on the wave?

    I’ve been practicing popping up on waves after I lean back to shift weight to back of board for 1-2 seconds and then pop up. This helps me feel the wave push me. But on mushier or slower waves, I don’t feel the push and often when I try to pop up it just goes past me. Do I pop up a little further forward on my pop up? Does your pop up strategy differ on different waves?

    13 Comments
    2024/03/25
    11:00 UTC

    2

    Anyone want to go to Kamchatka this summer?

    Planning to stay at a surf camp July 24 through August 4th

    4 Comments
    2024/03/25
    08:00 UTC

    1

    Surfcamp in Arugam Bay (Sri Lanka)

    Hi,

    a friend and I will be in Sri Lanka for a week in mid-June. From my current research, Arugam Bay is the best spot for beginners to intermediated for surfing during that time. Therefore I wanted to ask if somebody maybe know ´s a good surfcamp or has any other recommendations.

    Thanks, in advance.

    4 Comments
    2024/03/25
    06:41 UTC

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    Can someone help me understand refraction?

    Both Blacks beach and Redondo beach have a deep water canyon just offshore. Because of this canyon, swell is refracted onto blacks beach, making for some of the best waves in California. However a similar deep water canyon just offshore from Redondo beach retracts waves away from the area, making it one of the worst spots in California. Can someone explain?

    4 Comments
    2024/03/25
    03:42 UTC

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    Being injured sucks. Dislocated shoulder anyone?

    About a week ago I (M30) had a skateboarding accident ending up at the ER; my shoulder completely came out of socket. Dr. said I need to wear my sling for 6 weeks and then decide if I want to get surgery. Last time I ever step on a skateboard. It ain’t worth it for me any more since it just keeps me away from surfing even more. Before my accident I had been surfing about twice a week throughout the winter because waves here in Oregon get too wild during this time of the year with occasional good days. With summer and fall right around the corner I can only dream about being ready to get back in the water.

    I wanted to hear some feedback from people that may have gone through a similar experience with a shoulder dislocation.

    How long did it take you to get back in the water. How does paddling feel for you? How was your recovery process? Any tips to get back on track?

    I start physical therapy tomorrow but for now I’m just in the limbo. I’m just scared and need some feedback.

    1 Comment
    2024/03/24
    21:34 UTC

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    How to carry wetsuit

    34 Comments
    2024/03/25
    02:00 UTC

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    Any tips on my form

    I am working on my cumulonimbus cutbacks any advice on foot placement would be appreciated

    6 Comments
    2024/03/25
    00:17 UTC

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    Got pulled out to the ocean by rip and almost drowned but saved by two white guys in La Libertad, El Salvador

    11 Comments
    2024/03/24
    23:43 UTC

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    Any San Diego area folks able to offer tips for this Texas kook who will be visiting next month?

    My son is graduating USMC boot camp late April. I will be in town for a few days and have one free day to get wet.

    Not looking for any secret spots just a decent spot to catch a few. I have surfed further north (La Jolla, San Clemente, HB...) but don't know much around Mission Beach or OB. I will need to rent a board but will pack a wetsuit.

    Intermediate skill level.

    Advice is appreciated. Bonus points to recommend where to get him the biggest steak in the county for his graduation dinner.

    50 Comments
    2024/03/24
    22:52 UTC

    3

    Does Brian Hilbers still make surfboards?

    5 Comments
    2024/03/24
    22:16 UTC

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    Beginner's Area in Canggu, Bali

    3 Comments
    2024/03/24
    19:31 UTC

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    Kai Lenny VS Jaws | The lineup is HEATING up...

    'Life of Kai' keeps getting better every season

    3 Comments
    2024/03/24
    18:38 UTC

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    Just got one of my best waves for a while

    Nothing major. No fancy turns or manoeuvres.

    Just a solid right hander on a 5ft day. Went down the line best I’ve ever managed, pumping and flowing along the face effortlessly.

    Makes all the getting hammered and beat down and super spin cycle washing machines worth it. Will be with me for a long time that one.

    Just a kook wanting to share some stoke. Hope you guys have had some good weekend surfs

    12 Comments
    2024/03/24
    17:51 UTC

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    Surfing & spearfishing

    What up. I’m pulling together a surf trip with a friend who is a big spearo. She and I are looking for a spot that has good surf and spearfishing. Seems like the go-to is Costa Rica which we’ve both done a million times at this point (and love it) but are looking for a new adventure.

    Anyone have suggestions? If we do end up going to CR, is there a solid place to spearfish that isn’t shitty tamarindo?

    Thnx yall

    11 Comments
    2024/03/24
    17:34 UTC

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    Surf Trip Approach?

    Are all your vacations off work / school surf trips or what overall approximate %?

    For example, I did 1 short vacation in the last 12 months + and it was a regional road trip for New Year's where I surfed but only twice in the 3 days away, and similar waves to my current location.

    0 Comments
    2024/03/24
    17:31 UTC

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    very florida/bruh moment

    119 Comments
    2024/03/24
    15:43 UTC

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    Winter robe recommendations?

    Hi all, next weekend I’ll travel to Cornwall (Uk) will for my first winter surf (my other experiences were in cozy Canary Islands)

    Do you have any recommendations for what to bring for making my experience less painful? I’ve already got my gloves, socks and and neoprene hood but would you recommend anything else? Thermal mug? Fiber or towel robe? 🧐 Thanks!!

    6 Comments
    2024/03/24
    15:19 UTC

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    Digital passports for surfboards

    This is pretty cool. a digital passport for surfboards to track ownership, shaper info, board info etc... some french company is doing this..https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8grH3sqaafs&list=TLGGhbs5URE8wjgyNDAzMjAyNA&t=3s

    5 Comments
    2024/03/24
    11:43 UTC

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    Advice: Surfboard length limit - South African Airlines

    I'm wondering if anyone has recently travelled with longboards on South African Airways. The posted limit on their website for excess baggage dimensions is 203cm. I'm trying to travel with a longboard that's 282 cm. I swear I've seen longborads in the Cape Town airport. Wondering what the situation is. Any advice is welcome. Thanks.

    0 Comments
    2024/03/24
    10:33 UTC

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    Is it worth watching a WSL competition live?

    Anyone seen a competition and can share what the atmosphere is like? Can you see and understand what’s happening without the replays and commentary? Is there a good energy in the crowd? Would you go back and watch another competition?

    For context, I’m currently visiting Australia for the year and debating headed out the Margaret river to watch the WSL event in mid April. Its a deviation from my current plans so it’ll take a couple unplanned flight tickets and some logistical planning (moreso since Im not able to drive so will need to figure out how to get around the area without a car).

    Basically trying to figure out what the vibe is like at a competition before I invest the effort to plan out this trip.

    4 Comments
    2024/03/24
    09:58 UTC

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