Entry 007 - Whales and Paddling

Well, skipped out on San O' this weekend and opted to stay in the South Bay.  Thought the surf was going to be better in Porto.  Not so much.  Not that it was bad, but I just wasn't feeling it.  Cold, long periods that ended up either weak or walled.  Of course, the fact that I haven't been out in two weeks didn't help.  It was really crowded too (everyone was itching to get out after the small week) and the current pushed me from 40th street to almost the jetty in 20 minutes.  Tried to catch a few but had little luck.  Hoping tomorrow will be better.  I think the time change did me in too. Waking up before the sun is tough enough on workdays.  Here's hoping for a better St. Patty's Day session!

Weather: 54 deg, Dense Overcast

Conditions: Long Periods,  Weak and then Walled, Crowded

Waves Caught: 1 (kinda)

Sea Life: Dolphins (4), Whales (2, in the distance)
Sea Temp: 56 deg

Entry 006 - Sunrise / Surfing Dolphins

Yep, things are looking up.  Went out and caught a great one within 10 minutes.  Met up with Art, Rich, and the crew for a bit, too.  Still not very consistent for the longboard.  Long waits and then some walls followed by the rideable ones.  Wish I had caught more than I did.  Beautiful morning and I even saw 2 dolphins almost take off on a good looking wave!  Love SoCal.

Weather: 60 deg, Clear Skies

Conditions: Long Periods,  Some Corners, Big for the Longboard but Workable

Waves Caught: 2-3

Sea Life: Dolphins (4)
Sea Temp: 58 deg

Entry 005 - Getting Better

Well, things are looking up a little. Southern swell is coming in and the water is starting to warm up a bit.  Didn't catch much today but I was glad to get out.  Still long waits between rideable sets on the longboard.  And some pretty big stuff that comes out of nowhere.   Pretty crowded too.  Everyone was lined up today.  Getting into shore is still rough with the beach all torn up from the winter.

Weather: 60 deg, Clear Skies

Conditions: Textured, Long Periods,  Some Corners, Big for the Longboard

Waves Caught: 2-3

Sea Life: Dolphins (2)
Sea Temp: 58 deg