Anyone on here give lessons in winter in OCMD, or nearby?

Discussion in 'Mid Atlantic' started by amdmt, Jan 24, 2014.

  1. amdmt

    amdmt Member

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    Jan 24, 2014
    I've been meaning to learn how to surf for the last few years. I had hoped to learn in winter, since we tend to get a little better waves and there are definitely fewer people in the water. I can do pretty much any time, even weekdays, after the first week of February. Thanks, and sorry if this is the wrong forum!
     
  2. aka pumpmaster

    aka pumpmaster Well-Known Member

    Apr 30, 2008
    do you have any sense of how cold it is right now?
     

  3. seldom seen

    seldom seen Well-Known Member

    Aug 21, 2012
  4. amdmt

    amdmt Member

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    Jan 24, 2014
    I do. I can't imagine this single digits nonsense will last forever, and I don't mind getting in mid 40s water with the right wetsuit. If anyone has a rec, I'd really appreciate it.
     
  5. White Sea Ape

    White Sea Ape Well-Known Member

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    Dec 8, 2013
    Hey if this guy wants to shell out some cash and learn and accept kookdom that's honorable. Asking for help is good and probably the best way to learn surfing. When I was a grom kook I got washed on the lighthouse rocks pretty gnarly at point Judith and some older wise guys gave me the most degrading look as I squeamishly squabbled over the lighthouse rocks.

    Go to a beach break and hit the slow rollers first but also offer a wise surfer some cash for his attention. It could pay off.
     
  6. 252surfer

    252surfer Well-Known Member

    Dec 1, 2010
    for a nominal fee, if you come down to VB i'll help you out!! ive got a great board you could learn on. (sorry for the shameless plugs. I'm a broke college kid)
     
  7. KillaKiel

    KillaKiel Well-Known Member

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    Feb 21, 2012
    Me, just head south, that's the enigma. Don't stress about the stigma. Bring a latex doll and a Go-Pro
     
  8. amdmt

    amdmt Member

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    Jan 24, 2014
    That's the thing. I'll be driving a few hours, so I'm not tryina waste my time doing idiotic things in cold water. I'd rather invest a little more cash on the front end, get the right instruction, right rec on a board, etc, so I get more enjoyment down the road. Thanks
     
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  9. aka pumpmaster

    aka pumpmaster Well-Known Member

    Apr 30, 2008
    not busting just making sure you understood how cold it is. never been a big fan of instruction. surfing is not something that is easily taught.
     
  10. Koki Barrels

    Koki Barrels Well-Known Member

    Aug 14, 2008
    what mil suit do you have?
    as far as board recommendation...I would say a funshape in the 7'6"-8'6" range, from there you go either way either shorter or longer with a lot more ease.
    feb-march the water is at it's coldest temps of a normal year.
     
  11. amdmt

    amdmt Member

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    Jan 24, 2014
    Just talked to Brian there. Great guy. Looks like we're setting up for late Feb.
     
  12. amdmt

    amdmt Member

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    Jan 24, 2014
    I own a 4/3, but I recognize I'd need a little more protection than that suit offers. Thanks for the rec.
     
  13. Swellinfo

    Swellinfo Administrator

    May 19, 2006
    awesome. Brian is great at giving lessons.
     
  14. Squidlips

    Squidlips Member

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    Dec 29, 2013
    I'll give lesson just to have someone in the water with me. My lesson plan would involve you starting on the Koa wood board, working your way up through the LB quiver, and culminating in you riding Lances big gun to win the Pipe Classic.

    It'd be fun, but at the end you will have to go back to the mainland and leave the local chick behind. If interested, PM me for payment instructions.
     
  15. HARDCORESHARTHUFFER-RI

    HARDCORESHARTHUFFER-RI Well-Known Member

    Sep 17, 2013

    it really is a ridic end to a movie, this made me laugh a bunch
     
  16. Squidlips

    Squidlips Member

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    Dec 29, 2013
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  17. MFCondor

    MFCondor Well-Known Member

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    Nov 30, 2013
    I surf OCMD alone a lot too. Never surfed above 36th though. Maybe i'll hit 70th next time.
     
  18. cepriano

    cepriano Well-Known Member

    Apr 20, 2012
    funny how we just had a thread slamming a surf coach,but I think what u did is a good idea.im in nj,but if I was in md id happily help u out.its better to learn from someone who surfs all the time instead of a surf school or surfshop lesson.they do not teach u anyting but how to roll with the whitewater.id say just go around your local spot and talk to the locals.most surfers are cool people who would love to see the stoke on a new dudes face,but we do have a few in the douchebag department.surfshop lessons are the reason people come on here to talk bs.aslong as u don't drop in on others,youll be good.and if u can up your knowledge and surf the rest of the winter swells,youll be ready to surf anywhere.thats why a lot of eastcoast guys surf well at pipe,because its basically the same thing,except for the size of the wave and the crowd.take off right under the ledge,pull in,and scream whipppahhhh
     
  19. aka pumpmaster

    aka pumpmaster Well-Known Member

    Apr 30, 2008
    so very true and the time-honored way to do it right. be humble and keep your eys open and motuh closed and you will get it. To clarify, you will be able to surf anywhere BUT Belmar, it's too heavy there for most people who don't date hindus.