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Surfing Overview
In recent years Costa Rica has developed into a world-class surf destination. Its warm water, variety and consistency of waves make Costa Rica the perfect spot to plan your surf getaway. At PuraVida.com we have all the surf info you need!!
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Surf Forecast
Check out our short and long range swell forecast model for your up to the moment surf conditions! |
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Surf Break Guide
From Boca Barranca to Pavones. Here's your guide to all of the hottest surf spots in the country! |
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| The Skinny on Surfing in Costa Rica |
Types of Boards
Since the 1980's the most popular surfboard design has been the shortboard. However, surfboards come in a wide array of designs and hybrid designs, all of which enjoy their own popularity among surfers. The major design groups and their general traits are as follows:
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Surfing Lingo
Surfing is hard enough to learn without learning a new language as well! Surfing lingo is nearly a language of its own, with variations from region to region. Most basic terms are relatively self-explanatory. Some of the very basics are below:
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