Transcript: So I just got done surfing at Sunset Cliffs. And I initially started at, I guess, North Garbage. And then I paddled over to South Garbage quite quickly after, mostly because all the people at North didn't really seem like they knew what they were doing. And they were all kind of in the way, basically. And then I paddled over South. Also, the wave was looking better, generally speaking. So I paddled over to South Garbage. And I took one wave in the solid. And then I was paddling back out, trying to avoid a guy who was taking a wave. Dude almost runs me over. And then he yells at me for being in his way. And I love to have footage of it. I'm actually not sure who's in the right and wrong. Personally, I do think I'm a, I still think I made the right decision. Like, I would have made that decision at Swami's. And I wouldn't have gotten even close to hit. Like, dude should have done, he should have hit his bottom turn because he looked like he was going to hit his bottom turn. And then he missed it. And then he slowly rose up to the top and tried to do a top turn. But that's when he was almost hitting me. He's like, bro, there's no way you're going to do that top turn. So anyway, he yelled at me. And he's like, you should go home and get the fuck out of the water. And I was like, damn, that's a lot. And it just raised my heart rate and made me kind of angry. And I was just there to catch waves and have a good time. I'm not, like, I literally would rather him hit the top turn and me not be in the way. Like, that is literally what I want. Like, I'm stoked for everyone to be surfing. And I want you to surf as good as you can. And I'm trying to get out of your way. And like, you know, I told him, like, I fucked up. I don't know what else I can say. Like, if I was in the wrong, like, yeah, I'm sorry. Like, I legitimately did not mean to be in the way. And if I was, again, like, that's my bad. But some people just can't take that for an answer. Like, they got to, like, school you or tell you to get the fuck out of the water. It's like, come on, man. But outside of that, like, I probably ended up catching, like, 50 waves today, including some, like, pretty solid bombs that no one else was even trying to take. So I felt pretty good about the day at the end. And it was just a bummer. And then there was some other guy on the peak who was also yelling at some other guy that he's a pussy because he wears a leash or something. Like, I don't even know. It seems like they had beef from another day. Like, a previous day, they got into some beef. Like, one guy stole another guy's wave or something. And this guy's still yelling about it. I'm like, Jesus Christ, these people need to grow the fuck up. This is crazy. Like, bro, it's one wave. Get over it. You know how many waves there were today? You know how many waves I caught today? Like, I'm sorry that I fucked you on one wave. Like, that's my bad. But there's literally so many goddamn waves out there today. Don't stress, my friends. It's all good. It's all good. I wasn't even in position when I was catching so many waves. So whatever, man. I had a blast outside of this guy. And then I saw Brian there at the end. And I almost caught a bomb. And he almost saw me take this bomb. And then there was two people on the inside that I was just going to straight up kill. If I missed it, they're going to die for sure. So I decided, like, no way. I'm not going on that. Like, I'm not confident enough to do that. So, but overall, it was solid. It was like five foot, six foot down, probably. Bombs coming through, like, maybe seven foot. But it was solid. There was, like, no wind. If anything, it was, like, almost offshore wind, which it said it was going to be onshore wind. But, like, there's basically no texture on the water, if anything's light offshore. Yeah, it was a solid, solid day. I'm really happy. And getting a feel for the new board, too, which is cool.
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Today I decided to surf at Sunset Cliffs, initially underwhelmed by the apparent poor surf conditions. However, once out in the water, the waves proved to be unexpectedly steep and challenging, making for an exciting session. I met a few surfers, including someone named Brian, all of us on shorter boards, catching waves and occasionally wiping out. Despite the struggles with some powerful sets and an intense paddling experience, I managed to catch a particularly large, thrilling wave, turning the session into a memorable one despite the ocean's humbling force.
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I had an incredible day surfing and engaging in community activities. Started off with a surf session at North Garbage, where I initially enjoyed the solitude until it got crowded. Managed to ride one of the wildest waves of my life, a complex maneuver that felt truly rewarding. Then, after an ambitious attempt at a 10-foot wave that ended in a spectacular wipeout, I decided to switch spots, moving to South Garbage as the crowd thickened and the waves grew more challenging. Realizing my energy was waning, I wrapped up the session and did a bit of environmental cleanup, picking up trash along the way out. After surfing, I caught up with Brian at Sunset Cliffs, learning he's now pursuing art full-time, which was inspiring. Our brief conversation was a pleasant catch-up on life and his new ventures into resin art. Earlier in the day, I volunteered at a CAF (Challenged Athletes Foundation) event, assisting with Mark's Wall and learning a lot about the complexities of setting up climbing systems for adaptive climbers. The event was overwhelming but rewarding, especially seeing climbers like one remarkable participant who successfully climbed despite significant limb differences. This experience and my time surfing underscored a day of physical exertion, learning, and meaningful social interactions, closing with the anticipation of enjoying an açaí bowl, a perfect end to a fulfilling day. I spent a long day working and finishing up some tasks for Josie before deciding it's time to take a break. It's 4 p.m., and I'm heading home with plans to grab an acai bowl and possibly prepare some burrito ingredients. I've been thinking about taking a break from computer-related work tomorrow and instead focusing on some personal tasks and home activities. I also plan to vote and maybe tackle those little things I've been putting off. Living near Sunset Cliffs is a highlight for me, especially with its proximity to my favorite bagel joint and other local spots like Obeys People's Market. I love the vibe of the area, and it's a great place for surfing. Now, I'm looking forward to enjoying my acai bowl and winding down for the day. And oh, I've got to get back to Josie. That's pretty much it for today.
The surfer caught several perfect waves back-to-back at Swami's, starting with a small insider followed by a six-foot wave that was an absolute blast. The conditions changed as the tide came in, making the waves mushier, which combined with the crowdedness, prompted the surfer to move to a different spot called Boneyards. At Boneyards, the surfer gave a good wave to a girl he met and then caught two amazing rights, noticing fewer surfers there compared to Swami's. Eventually, after the shoulder pain started, the surfer took a final wave in, completing a day of beautiful surfing with light winds and nice surface texture.
The SARF report describes an excellent surfing session, with beautiful, glassy waves and a great start to the day. The surfer spent two hours out, beginning at North Garbage, which was initially beautiful and crowded. After a friendly wave-sharing experience with another surfer, the spot got too packed, leading the surfer to move to South Garbage for more enjoyable waves. Despite initially feeling unwell, the surfer felt great after surfing and plans to head to Bikes del Pueblo next, looking forward to an eventful day.
I had a morning surf session at Swami's, starting a bit later than intended around 6:20 am and getting into the water by 6:50 am for an hour-long surf until the tide came in. Observing a girl tripping over the rocks offered a cautionary glimpse of the challenging conditions, which proved true as several surfers were washed down the beach later. Carefully monitoring the waves, I managed to avoid getting swept against the rocks, unlike one surfer whose leash tangled, while another provided me with helpful advice on board positioning. The session was enjoyable with consistent four to five-foot waves, sometimes reaching six or seven feet, indicating my board's suitability for good wave conditions and its maneuverability.