The winds have been cranking on the coast, kicking up quite a wind swell and creating surf at one of our favorite surf spots. The conditions have been tough with on-shore winds in the 10-15kt range in the early mornings then ramping up to 25-35kt in the afternoon. Waves have been stacked tightly on top of each other and often doubling up in the surf zone. However when the set waves come in, there were some green faces and shoulders to ride.
To beat the wind, we conspired to get up and get out on the water early. There is something magical about starting the day on the water. Warm, sunny weather always helps with early mornings. It was great to be back in my surf kayak. With a couple of strokes it effortlessly catches waves and glides down the line. The waves weren't the best, and my surf skills are a bit rusty but it sure was FUN.
A quick change on the beach (loving my fleece changing station), and we are driving just a couple of miles to meet some friends for some Mendocino mountain biking.
Our North Coast Coniferous Forest is beautiful in the spring with rhododendron petals and a symphony of birds singing. Even sweeter is the mountain biking on the Mendocino Coast - lots of tight twisting single track built specifically for mountain biking.
Can't wait for the next Surf n Turf Day.
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