014: Evening session

Posted on September 17, 2008
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I wasn’t expecting much surf today based on reports, swell models, etc.; and I was busy with other things most of the day. So I did my surf-check ride a bit later. Eight blocks west (via bike) on Anza Boulevard brings me to Sutro Heights Park, with the birds-eye view of most of Ocean Beach. And it looked fun! Wind was on it, but not too bad. And the sun was out; something that hasn’t been happening much lately out here at the beach. Surf was chest high with some plus sets… again, the NW and SW swells crossing gave the best peaks.

After a wave, I was paddling out and a seal popped up about three feet in front of me, staring. Way inside! I could have reached out and petted the thing! Got me wondering; why was he so far in? Running from something perhaps? yikes. All that and I stayed out after sunset.

More swell is on the way, and I am excited about a trip south to Monterey this Friday and Saturday. Can’t wait to check out those areas, and hopefully catch some good surf also.