The beach may be gone from erosion but the Wedge is still cranking out the sets.

Might have to move to San Jose for work. Would like to continue surfing 2-3 times a week, ideally before work, with one of those on the weekend. Also have a bunch of friends in SF so would like to be able to get there easily. Any thoughts for people who live up there? Is this a pipe dream?

im "only" about 90 minutes away by car but i grew up three blocks away from the beach.

got married, had a family and now live a good 90 minutes away. i miss the ocean. the smell, the views, the more laid back lifestyle and i desperately wish i could share that with my kids.

wife doesn't feel the same and would be happy to stay where we are forever.

can anyone relate?

There's a really good reef break in my country that pumps. It has a solid local crew, which is good because it helps organise the lineup, but I've heard it can get pretty tense and that conflicts sometimes happen.

I've never personally had an issue there or anywhere else in the world, to be honest, but knowing that beforehand makes me a bit anxious when I paddle out. I feel like I'm not surfing to my full potential because I'm too conscious of what's going on around me.

Has anyone else experienced this? How do you get over it?

Anyone else notice this? I had an awful experience with horrible quality, overpriced trunks and even worse customer service. Then, I left an honest review (politely worded) and it never got posted. Considering how many people I see complaining about their Birdwell shorts ripping at the seams, buttons falling off, sizing inconsistencies, etc, I’m wondering if I’m not the only one who’s negative review didn’t make it to the review page.

Whats up, I just got a used Too Fish by Rob and this thing is wild. It’s pretty mint but just think i got it too big at 5’5”. I wanted a fish to hold up in the 4-6ft range of paddling power and sturdiness compared to my 5’1” hand shaped fish. The fins that were on it were not the Rob Machado keels made for it, but I did just pick those up and will be surfing it tomorrow to see. I do think either way I would love to size down to either 5’4 or 5’3.

If anyone is in SoCal and wants to trade, let me know! I know it’s a stretch but just got it and it’s just a tad too big.

Hi guys! Looking for some advice from people who know Portugal in late autumn.

I'm a beginner-intermediate surfer (comfortable catching my own waves, can go down the line consistently, working on improving turns and overall wave reading). I spent a week in Ericeira this August and had a great time overall, but I found the surf consistency a little hit-or-miss during my stay. There were some fun sessions, but also quite a few days where conditions weren't ideal for my level.

I now have the opportunity to come back to Portugal in mid to late November and am trying to decide between:

• Staying in Peniche/Baleal and surfing there
• Booking a La Point surf camp in Ericeira

My main goal is to maximize water time and get the most consistent, beginner-friendly/intermediate waves possible. I'm travelling solo, so having some social atmosphere is a plus, but surf quality and consistency are the priorities.

For context, I'll be coming from Denmark and I won't have a car, so I'm trying to make the most of the trip and avoid getting skunked by a run of unsuitable conditions.

Thanks in advance!

Houston Surfers, you out there?? Looking for folks located in the city of Houston who make the trek regularly to go surfing, or beginners or people with an interest to learn and start surfing. Please, any and all- drop a comment or send me a message!

Moving back to a cold water location soon, so in the market. Always wore oniell suits before but want to try out a suit with yamamoto. Have a thin waist, bigger chest, wider shoulders. Any reccs for which brand fits better?

So ive bought an inferno 72 (5’11 32L) which I have been having an absolute blast riding and im looking to get a step down board… ive found that the inferno actually goes well on waves from like 3ft but I want a more forgiving board, flatter rocker, maybe a vee off the tail but essentially a small wave playful but aggressive groveler (in a light construction with some good spring and durability)… I have thought of the following: chilli bv2, rnf 96 (maybe blacksheep but saw a used libtech for sale, firewire seaside/sp2 , sharpeye modern 2.5 and the Superbrand Spam…
Anyone that has an inferno can help me decide on something that does not overlap that much? Bc if its good enough i will be taking the inferno out most days I think.

Something that’s not often discussed: if you optimize the pad for a thruster setup by pushing it all the way back, if you also ride it as a quad, your back foot will be behind the fins. Conversely, if you optimize it for a quad setup and also ride it as a thruster, your back foot won’t be back enough and you will only utilize half the back fin in turns. Thoughts?

Have a couple boards not pictured, will include in case any interested.

Pictured
5’9 wills fish lovemachine
6’ satellite lovemachine
6’4 long division stamps
6’6 sultwin stamps with channels

Not pictured include a 9’6 Woodin noserider, a 7’6 Hess speed egg, few old bing logs, a local 8’ish finless shape, and some thrusters collecting dust i dont ride anymore.

What are you guys riding?!

Dozens of sick sea lions have been beaching themselves across the bay area over the last few months due to domoic acid poisoning stemming from a toxic algal bloom

Domoic acid poisoning used to only show up in the summer but it's happening year around now

The increase in Algal blooms may be a result of the warmer water temperatures caused by El Nino

(Yes, I actually did my research this time)

So if you see a beached sea lion stranded, sick, or not moving properly, call The Marine Mammal Center hotline at 415-289-SEAL

Manufacturer Description
6'9" DIAMOND EGG - A classic single fin means high speed and low drag for surfing in all conditions. Great in small waves but can handle 6-8’. Vee bottom with down rails for make for great maneuverability.

What are people’s thoughts on this board? Looking at one on the second hand market.

The story surrounding Al Cleland Jr.’s reported World Surf League suspension escalated dramatically Monday after his former girlfriend, German professional surfer Noah Klapp, publicly accused him of physical, sexual, and psychological abuse during their relationship.

Let me preface: I’m a water skier and not a surfer… but I figure you all know a thing or two about wetsuits

I just ordered this smoothskin wetsuit top from a retailer. I got it 50% off sale so screaming deal. Unfortunately, they did not fold it neatly to ship it, and USPS crammed it in my mailbox, so it’s got pretty bad creases. The creases 95% disappear when I put it on and it stretches, so I guess they’re just cosmetic?

My main concern is the smoothskin “cracking” on the shoulders. Looks like what I’d expect if the suit were old or used for a bit, but this is supposedly brand new.

My question is: would you accept this at a 50% discount? Any serious reliability concerns with this? I’m new to wetsuits and this is my first ever purchase

Thank you!

Regardless of what’s said, this is definitely the gnarliest artificial wave so far. That thing’s nuts

Taken from the wave tech’s IG.