ZAMBALES | Surfing In Crystal Beach
Surfing And Chilling
This would be a proud post but not yet a year ender of 2012. Proud that I am progressing much in learning to surf. On my count, this would be the 3rd time, though twice for this year that I went on the road to surf. A month prior to this unscheduled trip to Zambales, I went to Baler, Aurora simply to conquer its waves, and that's were this slow burning passion really kindled. Its easy to chase waves, knowing that it takes special conditions like the weather and time of the year, plus the location itself.
A lot has change in me, on this time, I'm no longer concerned in having that awesome shot of myself standing on a surfing board chasing waves, now I can stand longer on the board, I can navigate it, and also paddle myself forward than let my guide push the board for me.
Though I don't mean to brag, what I can do is show you some of the best shots of me. This trip was in time with Island Groove Massive with some of the coolest bands to play, too bad the event was cancelled but then we still went for the surf.
For warm ups, I don't really hit it right off bat, it's more of I can't. So after a couple of tries, I got this going on. Previously I was taught to balance on the board, banking on my experience and knowing that I am a goofy surfer (surfer facing left) I paddled, pushed, and glided.
All my guide has to do is watch out for the waves and give me the queue. My previous surfing trip to Baler taught me to watch out were I stand, lest the board will tilt forward or will throw me off, its all about balance, proper footing and stance. I guess I'm learning fast.
On this trip, I'm glad I was with one of the most talented actress in my generation. What's more, we were surfing together. I don't go around chasing pictures with celebrities, but this one was something of a surprise, I'm surfing beside Mercedes Cabral, and she's so cool. She was with us for this trip, invited by her brother which is an office mate. Its not often that I can travel with a hot chick.
A look back at the Crystal Beach, this is not the target place for us to Surf. We came to Surf at Liw-liwa, unfortunately since we arrived December 7, 2012 the waves was a letdown. I don't know the term to it, but the waves are too scary, too strong or too irregular to surf. We waited until next day, but our morning was greeted by a rain. So we decided to head somewhere, not very far were we can possibly surf. Hence, we make haste for Crystal Beach, its an adjacent beach area, but on a different town than San Felipe.
Crystal Beach is more open spaced, much wider and has a friendlier waves for this day.
It wasn't bad, it wasn't bad at all. We surf for at least an hour, each of us. And more so, it was sunny.
The photos below are some of the events captured in Crystal Beach. We stayed for 2 hours before heading back to Liw-liwa once again to watch the pay-per-view fight of Manny Pacquiao in the resort. The fight was letdown, as we all know by now, Manny got knock out. And we all watched it here in real time.
More of our itinerary, accommodation, side trip and transportation in the upcoming post. This trip is best done and organized with friends, as it would be guaranteed that you'll spend less yet get the most of Surfing and Chill vibes in Zambales.
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nice one francis! sexy ni cabral :) haha
ReplyDeleteTrue! She's really HOT!
ReplyDeleteShe enjoyed the music, and walks arround with red horse in hand.
She's sexy too the way she talks. :)
wow kung mka pose sa surfing board wagas hahaha! hapi new year po!
ReplyDeleteGreat! I wish I could do this too! hmmmm...sexy ni Mercedes! hehehe!
ReplyDeleteWow. I've been wanting to experience surfing but I know the balancing is difficult and the waves can be really scary. Anyhow, your post just pushed me to really try it.
ReplyDeleteIf there's one thing I lack, that's the ability to balance myself.. my core is probably at its weakest.. so a surf down the waves of Zambales would throw me off so easily.. hehe! Although surfing ain't on my bucket list, I'd probably try it when I get older or something. Oh, and I was at Crystal beach in 2009. My bf wanted to try and surf but was too afraid to try it just yet. :/
ReplyDeleteThat Mercedes Cabral is a great indie film actress. Tsaka lagi ko sya napapanuod sa Magdalena. :) Nyahaha. You are so blessed, surfing in a beautiful place with a beautiful lady. I am planning to visit Zambales this April. Haven't tried surfing so maybe I should include it on my list of activities.
ReplyDeleteI will definitely include Zambales in my travel list, great and nice beach. Wanna see the nature soon.
ReplyDeleteWow! One of my wish is to learn how to surf! I love to swim but never had the chance to try to surf. I'll try to learn that thing this summer.
ReplyDeleteSwerte sa imo pre! Haha
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that Mercedes is an avid fan of surfing. Well indeed San Felipe is the best spot for surfing in Central Luzon. Also, they also have the best array of beaches and resorts that are ideal for vacation tours.
I hope I can learn to surf someday though actually need to learn how to swim first.
ReplyDeleteMust shared that on Facebook so all my foriegn friends how great and wonderful philippines is! great job surfing there!
ReplyDeleteNever mind me not learning how to surf. Kuntento na ako sitting by the shore at nilalanghap ang ocean breeze while watching those sexy girls. LOL
ReplyDeleteOh I love the shots! This activity is so refreshing. Sad to say, I'm not good at surfing. Hahaha
ReplyDeleteIs there a right time to visit the beach of Zambales for surfing? or anytime?Surfing is fun.
ReplyDeleteI think I really have to add Zambales to my travel wish list. I can't swim and definitely can't surf. But the beach is so beautiful and inviting. I so want to visit Zambales and okay... try surfing even if I stumble and fall at least, I can say that I have tried it.
ReplyDeleteSurfing is actually included in my bucket list. I hope I could do it sometime soon before I get old (The pictures were great too).
ReplyDeletedidnt know that surfing is possible in Zambales, all iknow it is only when the sea is possible when it is facing the Pacific Ocean
ReplyDeleteWhat a great place and what great photos you got here. Amazing! You give more life and color to an already lively and amazing paradise like this beach.
ReplyDeleteIndeed there's a hot chick in this post. Lovely photos!
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that Zambales is also a surfing spot though I only knew Baler and La Union. I like the fourth phone - the one with the mountains setting as a background of a beach.
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