School’s now in full swing, so I can comfortably enjoy going surfing in the mornings again.. . As you can see, not exactly crowded…  wonder why?

Posted on May 17th, 2009 by Murray
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How would today compare with yesterday?  I imagined that it would be an average small-ish day at Yoshida. One of the local longboarders that I regularly see in action.  Don’t know his name (yet).

Posted on April 21st, 2009 by Murray
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One of my favourite days of week is Wednesday because it is my official surfing day (unless I have a pesky department meeting). The websites at several of the local shops predicted monster waves – would they be correct?!? First stop – Yoshida!

Posted on April 21st, 2009 by Murray
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I had a nice two-hour session before school.  It’s amazing how much nicer work seems after a fun morning at the beach!

Posted on April 21st, 2009 by Murray
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Looked like a lake today!  Perfect conditions for swimming.  I just snapped these two pictures and left the beach.  My spring vacation is officially over.

Posted on April 20th, 2009 by Murray
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Another day of small waves. Even smaller than last Friday.  It was a warm day – spring has finally sprung!  The waves were so small that even catching one was difficult.  I decided to do lots of paddling practice and I paddled the width of the beach.  My arms were tired after that!

Posted on April 19th, 2009 by Murray
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Today was the last Friday of my spring vacation.  I was looking forward to a good day of surfing… Not very promising.  So we decided to check out some other breaks…

Posted on April 19th, 2009 by Murray
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No joking – today was a pretty good day… The waves were smaller than yesterday’s but what would happen with the changing tide? A shortboarder waiting for a suitable wave… Showing how to ride the little waves!

Posted on April 6th, 2009 by Murray
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Another beautiful sunrise… The waves were noticeably better than yesterday too… Had a great session – broke out the old K-Board and gave it a go.  It was amazing how different the ride is!

Posted on April 6th, 2009 by Murray
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Pretty quiet day at Yoshida – the wind was a bit brisk.  I met a longboarder who usually surfs here on the weekends and Monday mornings.  BTW, I also wore my 3 mm for the first time this year.  It was cold but certainly easier to paddle!

Posted on April 6th, 2009 by Murray
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