It's definitely been awhile since I've been on here, but zaGaffer, i was thinking about it because I have family in San Diego and I want to go ucsd, but I waited until the last minute to apply to my places and all west coast deadlines were already over.
Find a lonely peak and own it, more fun that way and you don't have to worry about people trying to snake you and have to paddle battle to defend yourself, surfing shouldn't be stressful, it should be enjoyed.