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  • #31
    Re: Surfing

    Thanks, DKP, fpr the link to the surfing bible. I have read it, will re-read it, and read it once again before I do anything that closely resembles surfing. I am a big believer in good sportsmanship, and the unwritten (I guess in this case it's well written) code of conduct and etiquette. I need to get into better shape, and while I used to be a strong swimmer, it was some time ago, and the ocean is a bit intimidating. My initial plan was to get a board and learn how to paddle around for a while. After all, you gotta learn how to walk, before you can run. I am patient with learning and personal development, so I'm going to take it slow, at least until I can find a newbie surfing buddy or two.

    As for gear, I did a little reading, and I was inclined to go with a (prefereably used) 8' mini-mal (I go about 5'10"). I don't want to go with an uber starter board cuz I don't want to keep upgrading my gear, and my understanding is that a mini-mal is suitable for both the beginner and experienced surfer. Is this true?

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    • #32
      Re: Surfing

      You should be fine at White Plains Beach (Kalealoa, Ewa). Plenty of surf, plenty of room, lots of beginners. The more experienced surfers stay farther outside and well clear of the newbs. The water is very sandy and the sharks don't spend much time there.

      Originally posted by ItsGoTime! View Post
      As for gear, I did a little reading, and I was inclined to go with a (prefereably used) 8' mini-mal (I go about 5'10"). I don't want to go with an uber starter board cuz I don't want to keep upgrading my gear, and my understanding is that a mini-mal is suitable for both the beginner and experienced surfer. Is this true?
      Well, upgrading is part of the fun/challenge, but if you're under 200 pounds then you can probably get up on an eight-foot board. But a 9' will be easier, and a 10' easier still.

      An hour's lesson from a buddy or a teacher is best, but another great reference is Doug Werner's "Longboarder's Start-up" or his other book, "Surfer's Start-up".

      I'm at White Plains a couple mornings a week-- especially when it's 4-6 feet. I'm the ponytailed retired guy with the beat up 9'0" blue & white Keola Rapoza (of course with a noseguard and safety fins). Introduce yourself and I'll give you a lesson.
      Youth may be wasted on the young, but retirement is wasted on the old.
      Live like you're dying, invest like you're immortal.
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      • #33
        Re: Surfing

        Originally posted by Nords View Post
        I'm at White Plains a couple mornings a week-- especially when it's 4-6 feet. I'm the ponytailed retired guy with the beat up 9'0" blue & white Keola Rapoza (of course with a noseguard and safety fins). Introduce yourself and I'll give you a lesson.
        Hey Nords, thanks for the offer. I won't be on O'ahu until October at the earliest, but if I ever see you, I will definitely take you up on it.

        In return, I can give teach you a little hockey, if you're interested.

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        • #34
          Re: Surfing

          See:

          http://www.surfnewsnetwork.com/

          http://www.surfguidehawaii.com/


          http://www.hasasurf.org/

          http://gohawaii.about.com/od/surfing..._in_Hawaii.htm

          That should get you started... as for wave size, when we were at Makaha , a wave came OVER THE BEACH up to the sidewalk, and I got SOAKED... this was during the winter.. keep a eye on the surf during the winter months when in Makaha!
          http://twitter.com/surfoahu

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          • #35
            Re: Surfing

            Originally posted by islandguy View Post
            [...]as for wave size, when we were at Makaha , a wave came OVER THE BEACH up to the sidewalk, and I got SOAKED... this was during the winter.. keep a eye on the surf during the winter months when in Makaha!
            Did that happen along the stretch of beach across from the Makaha Marketplace? I was at that stoplight in the lane closest to the sidewalk and saw a huge wave break on the beach and surge toward Farrington Hwy. There was a covered bus stop ahead of me and a small, older Filipino man standing on the curb, his back to the beach, ready to get on the bus that was stopped behind me. The surge hit a short rock wall and ricocheted up and over the bus stop and onto the highway, hitting my car. That poor man just stood there stunned...and completely drenched. I felt so bad for him. If one sees sand across the road when driving along Farrington during winter then one needs to be sure the car windows are up!!!

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            • #36
              Re: Surfing

              https://www.staradvertiser.com/2021/...awaiian-roots/

              Can go surfing. Just no cut class.

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