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comment by Anonymous, 2009-06-15 12:55:04

Baler is easy to get to now
I see most people here have not been to baler recently... the last comment was correct you could get to baler in 3 to 4 hours. Rough road's gone. I know a surfer there who is quite known everywhere. His name is OKOY and he owns a surf shop right at the sabang beach break called the Mahdox Surf Shop. Google them. He's the best person to talk to. and a very nice guy. I believe he's a sponsored rider of Ripcurl.

comment by Anonymous, 2009-03-09 18:30:59

I've done the trip twice in 3-4 hrs
there is also a small flight for 50$ us that takes about .30 minutes to get to baler.

comment by Anonymous, 2007-11-24 19:27:52

Baler Adveture
It's a long and bumpy ride to get to Baler, Aurora. It would take you more or less 8 hours. They are often hit by storms that's why they are blessed with consistent waves, like Daet. Sabang Beach is ideal for beginners. Cemento Reef, on the other hand, is strictly for experienced surfers or for the "kamikazees". Nonetheless, Baler is a surfing paradise. The locals at first are very aloof, but once you get to know them, everything would be alright. They speak Tagalog purely, and you'll find words that are amusing. Surf boards are difficult to find, though. Rentals aren't usually available because even the locals themselves, lack resources. Nevertheless, the natives are really talented surfers. They possess such world-class talents. However, the grommets (real young surfers) are intimidating! They could paddle faster! But lo and behold, Baler is worth the 8-hour bumpy ride. Just make sure that you don't lose your board on your way there:).

comment by ey! yo lip, 2006-12-11 19:39:59

MID-APRIL
are there any spots in the LUZON regions that's surferble? during the month of APRIL

comment by drewbergmtk@yahoo.com, 2006-02-20 11:01:54

Its a trek
I thought I read somewhere that the ride from Manilla to Baler is 3-4 hours, but it is in fact 6-8 hours, even in a private car. An SUV is ideal for the many bumpy roads. Once in Baler, the beach break is pretty fun, but not very powerfull. You need to take a tricycle "taxi" to the better breaks. Ask around where the best breaks are and the locals will point you in the right direction. If you can spare some surf supplies (wax, leashes, shorts, etc), the locals will appreciate it.

comment by moop, 2005-05-14 01:20:43

beautiful
Lots of poverty and thieves because of it. The country and the trip from manilla is scary and beautiful with mountain roads and insane bus drivers. A few minutes on the bus and my pocket was almost emptied by an amateur. Oh well...Take a couple of friends everywhere you go and things should be ok....most of the people are pretty damn nice. Got some fair waves in january but nothing special...Glad i went but wouldnt go again.

comment by Correct me if I am wrong!, 2005-04-29 05:17:38

Danny Sanchez
Baler Local Danny Sanchez is a well educated chap who loves his chickens. You can stay there on the smell of an oily rag and he even has a little shop. His stories of Aquatic creatures will enthrall you!...talking snakes etc. Cementos is a ledging right reef, get a mototaxi from the beachfront at Baler and ask the dude to wait while you surf.
The phlips rulz! Am I right?

comment by ndf_catz9@yahoo.com, 2004-11-16 23:37:24

Rich Country, poor people
have travelled around the World, seen unbelievable places, met great people accross the globe that became brothers/sisters.
What disturb me is the third world country Philippines.
I am hearing a lot of negative vibes, Wars, terrorism,etc.
Met a great Filipino surfer (his name is Cata) telling me all the misconception regarsding the country.
i had a few moments to study the History and Culture of this country and was very surprised on how this people fought and wins their freedom through the span of time, during spanish colonization. (the phrase "Pen is mightier than the sword" was proven by One of there national heroes, Rizal.
nways, what sad is the present condition of this people who are the victim of poverty due to Political corruption!!
if you visit the City like Makati, you will notice that people are devided, 90% of young people are focusing on unimportant matters trying to reach that 'Westernized Culture'the 'Whats In', 'Whats out' Bullshit.
not realising how deep the hole their less priviledged brothers are burried in poverty. just saw a local news clip a few days ago where 3street children died of food poisoning because the food they got from a restaurants trash was too rotten to be eaten. (Damn...i thought only stray cats does that)

nways if youve been to the country, try to observe that it has all the Potential of being out from a Third World.

Philippines has 7200+ Islands, perfect tropical weather, breathtaking beaches, world class surf spots, unspoiled forest reefs, hospitable locals. they have all the fruits and vegetables thats available in the World and have fruits that u can only find in the land.
Rich in Culture, Have Oil reserves, great Artists, Musicians you name it this Country f*ckin has it.

the fucking problem with the Philippine country are the F*#KIN corrupt politicians, these are the terrorist for this beautiful land.


Just sad, i think the citezens run out of gas fighting what this country deserves.

Still the richest country ive seen...

comment by ndf_catz9@yahoo.com, 2004-11-04 22:56:39

Corporate surf
All my VL's and SL's from work are consumed.
I'l have to go AWOP for 5days to visit Baler, im sure when i get back I'l be suspended, so thats onother few days of surfing. Damn I got a feelin i'l be unemployed within a few months.
nways im only working so i can afford to visit a spot when the breaks are great.
hmmm... thingking of an alternate job... Freelance Web Developer will do. Post all the hot spots and locals in an area with macromedia streaming video. well all i need is a P4,Centrino Processor, IBM T40 laptop and a satelite web access.
does any body want to sponsor? (thats what i call bussiness and Pleasure)(well i think that wont make any money, i dont wanna charge people just to view a video or dowmload a pic.)Internet Access should be FREE you guys agree?

comment by noel_gb@hotmail.com, 2004-10-14 02:54:26

A guy from Manila....i'v check this spot out
you get good waves at the beach break when the swell is good specially when it goes up to 4-6ft high.Best time to surf is round 7AM, if you wanna go a little bit extreme ask the locals to take you at cementos point..its a reef break, hollow,fun and can be powerfull when you get a good swell..iv visited this place 3 times and its a nice place to to relax..it works on Oct, good on Nov and huge around Jan to Feb!If any1 know a place to stay cheaper than the resort it self msg. me. i wish to stay here for more than 2weeks