No
website named "Hangin' Loose" would be complete without some surf spot
information.
Surfing nude is quite an experience to say the
least. As a right of passage, every surfer should give it a
try at least once in his or her life. But the truth is...
surfing naked is like riding a motorcycle with no clothes on a rainy
day... It can be done, but it's not always the smartest
things in the world to do on a regular basis over coral reefs,
etc... I have had some things save my ass before, but
literally it could be a pair good of shorts! :)
As a lifetime surfer, I have only surfed naked once
in my life just to say I did. I was not the only one truly
"Hangin' Loose" that day, as it was more of a stunt performed with a
few friends. Any surfer would know that the ocean can be a
taming experience in itself. My first priority was always
been safety and then fun.
Hawaii boasts some of the worlds best
surf. Surfers come from around the globe to face the the
'mele kai' (song of the sea). As a surfer, I have always
liked long boarding. A mini tanker (long short board or short
long board) is the most common type board for Big Island as it can be
more versatile than a short board. Although, there are many
spots where your short board will be a better choice, especially in
larger surf or point breaks.
The surfers here are usually very accepting of new
people, as surfers are usually very meditative types. There
are although some 'local only' type breaks, so play it cool.
Always follow the ABC's of surfing etiquette. Remember
there is always another wave... Always wait your
turn in the lineup. NEVER EVER drop in on someone's wave.
Some of my most memorable rides have come from the
Big Island. I still see the waves in my head. When
I tell people the it was just like Hawaii 5-O, I'm not
kidding... There is also some great body surfing, so if the
conditions permit, learn a few tricks from the hand surfers...
There are several places that rent surf and body
boards.
Some more info on some surf spots on the big
island...