Surf s Up Morocco: Making Waves in Africa
The legendary surf spots of Tahiti, Hawaii and Fiji are known for firing up the imagination of salty surf dogs around the world, but few amateur surfers will ever get to sample their waves. These places really only belong in surf magazine and videos and are the territory of pro surfers on big sponsor budgets, and not the sort of place the average weekend surfer from the UK could afford. However, there is a land that offers inexpensive living, uncrowned beaches and breaks, consistent surf not to mention great food and friendly locals, and all only a short flight from the UK. It's name? Morocco. Sat on the very north of the mighty African continent, yet just a short boat ride from the British Territory of Gibraltar, Morocco has some 3500km of coastline with offer surfers a huge choice of breaks.
Surf s Up Morocco: Making Waves in Africa
The legendary surf spots of Tahiti, Hawaii and Fiji are known for firing up the imagination of salty surf dogs around the world, but few amateur surfers will ever get to sample their waves. These places really only belong in surf magazine and videos and are the territory of pro surfers on big sponsor budgets, and not the sort of place the average weekend surfer from the UK could afford. However, there is a land that offers inexpensive living, uncrowned beaches and breaks, consistent surf not to mention great food and friendly locals, and all only a short flight from the UK. It's name? Morocco. Sat on the very north of the mighty African continent, yet just a short boat ride from the British Territory of Gibraltar, Morocco has some 3500km of coastline with offer surfers a huge choice of breaks.
Dive Deep in San Juan: Underwater Gardens of the Caribbean
San Juan is the capital city of Puerto Rico, a partially self-governing, unincorporated territory of the United States. The Puerto Rico archipelago consists of several islands including the main island (called Puerto Rico) the island of Greater Antilles, and a number of smaller islands and keys such as Mona, Vieques and Culebra. With a tropical climate, hundreds of beaches and continental shelf surrounding it on three sides, Puerto Rico has no shortage of coral reefs, caves, sea wall and trenches which means it's a scuba-diving hot spot and attracts divers of all experience levels. If you're looking for an easy and accessible dive spot, then Metropolitan San Juan, a beach dive in the Condado district is the most convenient place to get submerged.
The Importance of Open Water Swim Training - Swim Training with Endless Pools
Training for a triathlon is just as important as the race itself. People train for numerous reasons. You can train to win... you can train to beat your personal best... you can train just to finish. Any way you look at, training is essential to competing. However, not only is the reason why you train important, but where and how you train is essential as well. When you train on your bike, you train in an environment similar to that of race day. The same goes for running. However, you usually practice swimming in the confined environment of a 25-, 50-, or perhaps (if you are lucky) a 100-meter pool. You swim a lap, slow down, touch the wall, turn around, and push off the wall to start your next lap.
PROTECTING THE SURF SKATE INDUSTRIES
The surf/skate industry is a multi-billion dollar U.S. market player. In fact, based on recent estimates, it is often cited to greatly exceed $6 billion. However, this market size does not surprise even the casual observer who can readily see the significant impact the industry has had on society. For example, the increasing, and often controversial, coastal waterway use by surfers; the creation of new skate parks; the ubiquitous presence of surf/skate inspired apparel; and increase in surf/skate related stories and themes in the entertainment industry. The bottom line is that the surf/skate industry is a growth industry. The dramatic success of the surf/skate market is not contained to the United States alone.
The Thrills and Spills of White Water Rafting in Christchurch, New Zealand
About 2 hours drive from Christchurch you will find the Rangitata River. It"s located near Geraldine, a beautiful area of the South Island with some stunning landscapes and natural features on view. The river is also perfectly suited for white water rafting with a number of exhilarating rapids to go with the flat sections that are great for practising your skills or getting a well-earned breather. Most operators that take rafting trips on the Rangitata River take you to and from Christchurch in a shuttle. Like most white water rafting trips, it can be intense at times and without needing to be a professional athlete, it helps if you are reasonably fit. The more you put in, the more you will get out of this experience, so if flying down gushing rapids is your kind of thing, then you"re going to have a great time.
Summer in London city: cooling down in the capital
Whether it's due to global warming or not, things seem to be heating up - so living in the city can get a little sticky come summer. But the revival of many of London's classic watering holes means it's possible to cool down in the very heart of the nation's capital. Hampstead Heath Swimming pools have been popular with hardy London folk since 1860, but bathing was not the original intention for this string of ponds, which were created as reservoirs to supply London with water. The three pools, Highgate Men's Pond, The Kenwood Ladies' Pond and Hampstead Mixed Pond, are famous for bathers who enjoy bathing as nature intended (i.e. in their birthdays suits!
Riding The Waves - A Guide To Water Skiing In Texas
Water skiing is a popular summer activity throughout Texas, with people flocking to lakes and beaches with skis and boat in tow. For a beginner, the thought of being towed behind a boat on a pair of skis can seem extremely intimidating, if not downright frightening. Once the boat gets started up, how will the individual even know how to stand up? Luckily for most adventurous individuals, water skiing isn't nearly as hard as it appears. For the most part, all that it requires is a little knowledge of skiing procedures, a strong grip, and common sense enough to know when to hold on and when to let go. The first thing you want to do is make sure that your skis fit properly.
The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational: can you ride ten meter waves?
In November each year, the North Shore of Oahu - Hawaii"s big island - proves a magnet for the world"s most hardened surfers. It is here that waves, having travelled 1, 000 miles across the Pacific crash onto the shore as enormous rollers. Many surf competitions are held on the North Shore in winter, but the biggest is undoubtedly the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational. This competition has no set dates but is called when the waves at Waimea Bay reach heights in excess of ten metres. The competition is named after an unassuming surf champion who passed away in 1978 in tragic circumstances at the age of 32. Answering the call for volunteers from the Polynesian Voyaging Society, Eddie Aikau agreed to be part of the crew seeking to recreate an ancient Polynesian migration between Hawaii and the Tahitian chain, some 2, 400 miles south of Honolulu.