Seal Beach
Kev and Joe. Kev's out popping up on his Merrick like a mad man.
Joe's put in serious paddling to quickly get out in the deeper end.
Kev and I agreed on taking the mental challenge of surfing next to the pier with the higher skilled surfers. That's one way to push your spirit!
On the way in, a vet said, "Get in there next to the pump.....". Kev asked, "What'd he say". I said, "Something about a pump and I'm not sure of the rest", which translates to, "I can't hear anything cause my brain is saying oh sh*t do you know where you're going?!".
Picked up a new XCEL full suit and it kicks ass. Purchasing it was an embarrassing, but true story - I went in asking for a ML, then ended up walking out with a XL. Yup, 4 sizes up.
On the plus side, scored a tip:
Friend at Jacks: When you're trying to get into your wetsuit, turn the shoulders inside out a bit before you get in. It will give you more room to get in your suit.
We're fortunate to have moved a bit closer to the beach for the summer - sounds like fun, god willing.
