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