cloud 9 in sept 08
i plan on going to surigao to watch the billabong cloud 9 invitational alone. any tips on making it a fun, safe trip? (first aid kit, bring my own surfboard etc, etc,) Anybody want to come with me. I'll be travelling to manila from los angeles. the contest runs from sept. 20-26. that's when i plan on going. drop me an email if you are interested.
comment by Anonymous, 2007-11-06 07:08:29
cabugao
i'm heading to cabugao (sabang) in a week , gonna be staying at Carolines Beach House. It looks like I'll be doing this alone, and I don't think there's many surfers around this spot. If anyone is gonna be in the area and up for a session, shoot me an email. seanc.martin@hotmail.com
cheers-
comment by Chico "LaUnionBoy" Lagro, 2007-01-02 21:25:28
You Have to be Hard-Core
Friends,You have to be hard-core to surf Luzon, Philippines. The waves are usually on the mellow side on Luzon, but over time (20+ yrs), the Philippines has become more crowded, less road improvements, and not hiway "sign" friendly to where you need to go. I go there every year because I have been going there since I lived there in the early 80s (I'm ex-USAF), and I only suggest to travel with another surfer that knows his or her stuff. I love it as I have gotten used to it and see it as my second home. I say without reservation, be prepared for compromises and smile though it.Like I said you gotta be hard-core to want to travel those crowded road conditions and ultimatley end up at your surfari destination with a hip-high wave and a 7 second ride, or deal with the ultra crowded surf spots where the Locals get their share and 30 Japanese surfers fight and jocky for the rest.But if you dig the culture, like I do, then go for whatever surf you can get and make a few friends. Don't expect a tourist-friendly journey--things are far from convenient. Bottom line, travel with someone that knows where they are going and what they are doing. And keep your mind open.Part La Union Boy, Child of God, Citizen of the World,Chico
comment by Anonymous, 2008-07-03 07:20:51