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8 June, 2022 By wildmexsurf.com

How to Choose Your Longboard Fin – Guide for Surfing in Punta Mita and Sayulita

Incredible and outstanding maneuvers while surfing in Sayulita and Punta Mita are possible only with the right fins. When you fail to choose the right fins, high-performance surfing can become problematic.

In spite of the thruster vs quad setups for shortboards which you can read about in our alternative blog here, the diverse range of longboard fins now on offer have made surfing for beginners in Sayulita and intermediates alike, waaay more adventurous and enjoyable.

If you are planning on surfing in Sayulita or surfing in La Lancha here in Punta Mita, it’s vital to choose and learn to set up the most appropriate fin for your longboard to perform at your highest potential, no matter your current skill set.

This blog was carefully crafted by our WildMex team of dedicated surfers and wave lovers to help you on this journey and to ensure your surf trip is a memorable one, catching the finest waves, ripping the gnarliest maneuvers, and having the most fun possible out in the swell!

So, let’s make a start? Let’s learn how to set up your longboard fin for that splendid surfing experience here in Mexico…

As its name depicts, a 2+1 fin is where the center fin is bounded with 2 other smaller fins or sidebites. The purpose of such a fin when surfing in Punta Mita or Sayulita is to get more control so that you can surf higher-performing waves.

To get the desired performance while using a 2+1 fin, you must choose a smaller centre fin compared to what you’d use with the single fin setup. Once you have this, you can perform the fin setup by moving the sideway fins to and fro in relevance with the center fin.

For more responsive and faster surfing, set the center fin closer to the sidebites. For greater control over your board, extend the distance between them.

A great number of surfers and especially beginners-intermediate use the single fin setup for surfing Punta Mita, Sayulita and La Lancha. The prime reason behind this is that the single fins are not as sharp as 2+1 fins and are best for less drive. These single fin setups are not ideal for high-performing waves but perform flawlessly in small/medium, fat, and weak waves.

Single fins assure a loose flow under the feet while maintaining a high speed. As single fins are relatively larger with a 9” or 9.5” pivot, you can easily position your fin anywhere.

Positioning it forward would give you a looser feel while positioning it back would result in greater control and hold. Play around and see what works best for you!

Whether you’re at home choosing a new fin for your latest surf trip to Mexico, on your way to our surf camp in Punta Mita, or you’re already here and simply passing by our surfboard rental in Punta Mita or Sayulita, it would be hard not to notice our selection of 300+ boards with a variety of fin setups, or the variety on offer in the marketplace right now! We get it, sometimes this can be a bit daunting – but don’t fret!! We are here to uncomplicate the whole process to ensure you end up choosing the most ideal fin for what you want to get out of your surfing experience!

Choosing the appropriate type of longboard fin is crucial to gaining good control, making powerful movements, and enjoying your turns without being too affected by the flow.

So, here is a brief description of each type of longboard fin and the ones we recommend to help you select the right one for your surfing needs!

Discover here…

For those who love surfing throughout the year and in varied conditions, an all-round fin is a must-have! This all-round fin by True Ames has been designed on versatility to perform well within more or less all longboard wave surfing conditions. You’ll find many of our range of surfboards at our surfboard rentals in Punta Mita and Sayulita’ equipped-out with a classic like this one.

Choosing an all-round fin for your longboard would make you enjoy greater hold, stability, deep drives, and solid performance. With it, you won’t face any difficulty while trimming, cutbacks, or nose-riding.

The best feature about the all-round fin is that you can either use it as a single fin or with side bites as per your needs. It works absolutely super in any situation, for any surfer, for any type of longboard, and for all types of waves. Now, that’s a fin we’re mad for! – Yeeeeew!

Pivot fins like this one from True Ames are the best choices for those who love practicing their cross-stepping abilities!

Additionally, pivot fins are also great for nose-riding as their long surface area will help you maintain stability and steadiness whilst striding to the nose or hanging 10.

The rounded nose of the pivot fin aids in smoother, easier, and controlled nose-riding while maintaining the sleek direction down the line of the wave. If progressing your longboard tricks and maneuvers is high on your list while learning to surf in Mexico, this is our top recommendation!

For more advanced surfers, surfing heavier and massive logs often under tropical storms, the D fin is the best pick. Its design effectively fits with any type of longboard and is the most powerful fin to deal with stormy waves.

Due to the larger surface area of the D fin, it becomes difficult for the heavier water waves to change the direction of the board. Hence, it doesn’t only promise greater hold but also greater stability over choppy waves.

Moreover, the D fins are popular for outstanding trimming abilities with greater ease and steady movements.

However, a D fin is not more preferable for nose riding because it doesn’t fulfill all the requirements that are mandatory for a nose-riding fin, so, keep this well in mind when selecting what you want out of your fins!

So, by now you know that the way you place your longboard fin majorly affects your stability and control over the waves.

If you place your longboard fin near the tail, you will get a good hold of your board during turns and cutbacks. In contrast, placing it near the nose would give you more stability during nose-riding.

You must be thinking about which option suits your surfing style best, which might change day to day, meaning you too can play around and change your fin setup on the daily, in regards to this!

The above-discussed types of fins would help you in deciding the best type for you based on your surfing purpose. For example, choosing a flex fin would require placing it near the tail for excellent turnability. Similarly, choosing a pivot fin would require you to place it near the nose for excellent nose-riding.

Whatever longboard fin you choose, practicing more and more and experimenting with configurations will help you enjoy surfing in Punta Mita and Sayulita to your absolute fullest!

Do you want to discover more surfing theory to improve your surfing abilities? Our epic surf camp in Punta Mita and Sayulita will help you do just that! Discover our 2022 prices and packages here or alternatively, visit our site to browse through our amazing collection of 300+ surfboards and their variety of fin configurations to book an hourly, daily, or weekly rental to discover solo!

Have a question that hasn’t been answered here? Feel free to drop us a message for anything unanswered including locations, availability, pricing, and anything you want to know before you book your next epic surf trip here in Mexico!

Peace and Love,

WildMex

8 June, 2022 By wildmexsurf.com

Cómo elegir tu quilla de longboard – Guía para surfear en Punta Mita y Sayulita

Maniobras increíbles y sobresalientes al surfear en Sayulita y Punta Mita son posibles sólo con las quillas adecuadas. Cuando no eliges las quillas correctas, el surf de alto rendimiento puede convertirse en un problema.

A pesar de las configuraciones de thruster vs quad para las shortboards que puedes leer en nuestro blog alternativo aquí, la diversa gama de quillas de longboard que se ofrecen ahora han hecho que el surf para principiantes en Sayulita e intermedios por igual, sea mucho más aventurero y agradable.

Si estás planeando surfear en Sayulita o en La Lancha aquí en Punta Mita, es vital elegir y aprender a configurar las quillas más apropiada para tu longboard para rendir al máximo, sin importar tu habilidad actual.

Este blog ha sido cuidadosamente elaborado por nuestro equipo de surfistas y amantes de las olas para ayudarte en este viaje y asegurarte de que tu viaje de surf sea memorable, tomando las mejores olas, haciendo las maniobras más difíciles y divirtiéndote al máximo en el oleaje.

Así que, ¿empezamos? Vamos a aprender cómo configurar tus quillas de longboard para esa espléndida experiencia de surf aquí en México…

Como su nombre lo indica, una quilla 2+1 es aquella en la que la quilla central está delimitada por otras 2 quilla más pequeñas o sidebites. El propósito de una quilla de este tipo al surfear en Punta Mita o Sayulita es obtener más control para poder surfear olas de mayor rendimiento.

Para obtener el rendimiento deseado al usar una quilla 2+1, debes elegir una quilla central más pequeña en comparación con la que usarías con la configuración de una sola quilla. Una vez que tengas esto, puedes realizar la configuración de las quillas moviendo las quillas laterales de un lado a otro en relevancia con la quilla central.

Para un surfing más sensible y rápido, coloca la quilla central más cerca de las laterales. Para un mayor control sobre tu tabla, amplía la distancia entre ellas.

Un gran número de surfistas y especialmente los principiantes-intermedios utilizan la configuración de una sola quilla para surfear en Punta Mita, Sayulita y La Lancha. La razón principal detrás de esto es que las quillas simples no son tan afiladas como las quillas 2+1 y son mejores para un menor impulso. Estas configuraciones de aletas simples no son ideales para olas de alto rendimiento pero se desempeñan perfectamente en olas pequeñas/medias, gordas y débiles.

La configuración de una quilla asegura un flujo suelto bajo los pies mientras mantienen una alta velocidad. Como las quillas simples son relativamente más grandes, con un pivote de 9″ o 9,5″, puedes colocar la quilla fácilmente en cualquier lugar.

Si la colocas hacia delante tendrás una sensación más suelta, mientras que si la colocas más cerca de la cola tendrás un mayor control y sujeción. Juega a ver qué es lo que más te conviene.

Tanto si estás en casa eligiendo una nueva quilla para tu último viaje de surf a México, como si vas de camino a nuestro campamento de surf en Punta Mita, o si ya estás aquí y simplemente pasas por nuestro alquiler de tablas de surf en Punta Mita o Sayulita, sería difícil no fijarse en nuestra selección de más de 300 tablas con una gran variedad de configuraciones de quilla, ¡o en la variedad que se ofrece en el mercado ahora mismo! Lo entendemos, a veces esto puede ser un poco abrumador- ¡pero no te preocupes! Estamos aquí para simplificar todo el proceso y asegurarnos de que termines eligiendo la quilla más ideal para lo que quieres obtener de tu experiencia de surf.

Elegir el tipo de quilla de longboard adecuado es crucial para conseguir un buen control, realizar movimientos potentes y disfrutar de tus giros sin que te afecte demasiado la corriente.

Por eso, a continuación te describimos brevemente cada tipo de quilla de longboard y las que recomendamos para ayudarte a seleccionar la más adecuada para tus necesidades de surf.

Descubre aquí…

Con una punta angosta y una nariz delgada, las quillas flexibles son excelentes por su capacidad de giro y su rendimiento en olas suaves.

El surf para principiantes en Punta Mita es ahora más divertido con las quillas flex debido a dos sólidas razones – La primera es que estas quillas flex aseguran movimientos eficientes con mayor capacidad de giro ya que su flexibilidad deja pasar la máxima energía del agua a través de la quilla fácilmente.

En segundo lugar, las quillas flexibles son ideales para disfrutar de un poco de dinamismo y mayor libertad para los cortes y carves.

Para los amantes del surf durante todo el año y en condiciones variadas, una quilla todoterreno es imprescindible. Esta quilla all-round de True Ames ha sido diseñada en base a la versatilidad para rendir bien en más o menos todas las condiciones de surf de olas de longboard. Encontrarás mucha de nuestra gama de tablas de surf en nuestros alquileres de tablas de surf en Punta Mita y Sayulita equipadas con un clásico como este.

Elegir una quilla todoterreno para tu longboard te hará disfrutar de un mayor agarre, estabilidad, impulsos profundos y un sólido rendimiento. Con ella, no tendrás ninguna dificultad a la hora de recortar, cutbacks, o hacer nose-riding

La mejor característica de la quilla all-round es que puedes usarla como quilla única o con mordeduras laterales según tus necesidades. Funciona de maravilla en cualquier situación, para cualquier surfista, para cualquier tipo de longboard y para todo tipo de olas. ¡Eso sí que es una quilla por la que estamos locos! – ¡Yeeeeew!

Las quillas pivot, como esta de True Ames, son las mejores opciones para aquellos a los que les gusta practicar sus habilidades de cross-stepping.

Además, las quillas pivot también son estupendas para el nose-riding, ya que su larga superficie te ayudará a mantener la estabilidad y la firmeza mientras das zancadas hacia el nose o cuelgas 10.

La nariz redondeada de la quillas pivot ayuda a que el nose-riding sea más suave, fácil y controlado mientras se mantiene la dirección elegante en la línea de la ola. Si progresar en tus trucos y maniobras de longboard es lo primero en tu lista mientras aprendes a surfear en México, ¡esta es nuestra principal recomendación!

Para los surfistas más avanzados, que surfean tablas más pesadas y masivas a menudo bajo tormentas tropicales, la quilla D es la mejor elección. Su diseño se adapta eficazmente a cualquier tipo de longboard y es la quilla más potente para hacer frente a las olas tormentosas.

Debido a la mayor superficie de la quilla D, resulta difícil que las olas más pesadas cambien la dirección de la tabla. Por lo tanto, no sólo promete un mayor agarre, sino también una mayor estabilidad sobre las olas agitadas.

Además, las quilla D son populares por sus excelentes habilidades de trimming con mayor facilidad y movimientos estables.

Sin embargo, una quilla D no es preferible para el nose-riding porque no cumple con todos los requisitos que son obligatorios para una quilla de nose-riding, así que, ¡ten esto bien presente cuando selecciones lo que quieres de tus quillas!

A estas alturas ya sabes que la forma de colocar las quillas de tu longboard afecta en gran medida a tu estabilidad y control sobre las olas.

Si colocas tu quilla de longboard cerca de la cola, conseguirás un buen agarre de tu tabla durante los giros y los recortes. Por el contrario, si la colocas cerca de la nariz te dará más estabilidad durante el nose-riding.

Debes pensar en qué opción se adapta mejor a tu estilo de surf, que puede cambiar día a día, lo que significa que tú también puedes jugar y cambiar la configuración de tus quillas a diario, en lo que respecta a esto.

Los tipos de quillas mencionados anteriormente te ayudarán a decidir el mejor tipo de quilla en función de tu objetivo de surf. Por ejemplo, si eliges una quilla flexible, deberás colocarla cerca de la cola para conseguir una excelente capacidad de giro. Del mismo modo, la elección de una quilla pivot requerirá que la coloques cerca de la nariz para un excelente nose-riding.

Sea cual sea la quilla de longboard que elijas, practicar más y más y experimentar con las configuraciones te ayudará a disfrutar del surf en Punta Mita y Sayulita al máximo.

¿Quieres descubrir más teoría de surf para mejorar tus habilidades de surf? Nuestro épico campamento de surf en Punta Mita y Sayulita te ayudará a hacerlo. ¡Descubre nuestros precios y paquetes de 2022 aquí o alternativamente, visita nuestro sitio para navegar a través de nuestra increíble colección de más de 300 tablas de surf y su variedad de configuraciones de quillas para reservar un alquiler por hora, por día o por semana para descubrir en solitario!

¿Tienes alguna pregunta que no haya sido respondida aquí? ¡No dudes en enviarnos un mensaje para cualquier cosa que no haya sido respondida, incluyendo ubicaciones, disponibilidad, precios, y cualquier cosa que quieras saber antes de reservar tu próximo viaje de surf épico aquí en México!

Amor y Paz,

WildMex

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17 May, 2022 By wildmexsurf.com

Which Surfboard Fin Setup to Choose? Thruster vs Quad Fin

Did you know that your surfboard’s fins play a BIG role in your board’s performance?

Our intermediate surf campers do because that’s just one of the elements we teach within the theory at our surf camp in Punta Mita! Learn more here.

Believe it or not, almost 40% of your board’s performance comes down to your choice of fins, so, we think it’s pretty crucial you know these kinda’ deets that other surf camps don’t take the time to teach you!

This means switching out your fins, or your fin configuration when surfing in Punta Mita and beyond will play a key role in how your board is going to want to be surfed and therefore, how you will perform in the water on any given day. But which surfboard fin setup to choose?

Whether you’re a big wave rider looking to maximize the chances of you making a giant section, or a local surf-enthusiast simply looking for faster ways to go down-the-line, today we are offering you the inside scoop into our surf camp in Punta Mita theory! So, keep reading here to discover more as we explore the difference between these two famous fin setups and learn What and When to ride.

The History of Surfboard fin Setup

The popular quad and thruster share a parallel origin story. Both were developed in the early 80s within Australia and both were a response to the fiasco that almost everyone was having transitioning from single to twin fins! Eeeeep.

What’s the Main Difference of Surfboard Fin Setup?

So, what’s the difference between the Quad (4-fin set-up) and the Thruster (3-fin set-up)?

In short, Quads go faster and Thrusters turn better, but it goes way deeper than that, keep reading here for the details of each for you to consider what’s gonna work best for you…

Everyone wants that quick but loose feeling while maintaining control when surfing, right? Well, that’s exactly what you get with the quad setup.

Quad surfboard fin setup

This setup brings out the fastest top speeds possible and can be put to play either in big and heavy waves, or small and mushy waves, it all comes down to the fin placement!

Why not try setting up your quad with the rear fins closer to the rail and slightly further up on smaller days for fast maneuvers and flexibility on the tail. And, on bigger days try out the quad with the fins placed back a little and also close to the rail for extra speed and hold on the face of the wave.

The quad will allow you that extra horsepower out the gate compared to the 3fin set-up and once you’re on your feet, don’t be surprised when you experience that instant oomph of down the line speed instead of having to pump your board!

WildMex likes to surf the quad at Burros & Paredon during south swells for better chances of making the faster sections!

When will you thrive with the thruster?

On those super rippable days.

Whilst the quad works in both giant or mushy days, the thruster thrives on those high-quality, epic surf days. Think shoulder to slightly overhead, top to bottom, and plenty of room to move around, not too small, not too big, not too fast, and not weak either, just good quality waves that are simply just rippable.

When you have time to perform instead of having to glide and avoid certain sections, the thruster offers optimum performance value, with the fin placement in the back, you’re offered controlled drag that comes in useful when wanting to surf at a higher level on good quality waves.

Thrusters do still work in small waves, and big waves too but that will all come down to your fin of choice, buuuut, that’s for another blog! 😉

WildMex likes to surf the thruster at Burros on North Swells and La Lancha all the time to perform quick, tight turns and pivots!!

At our surf camp in Punta Mita, we teach our students about the different surfboard fin setups – their advantages and disadvantages and how finding the right fin setup for your choice of wave and surfing style is crucial to perform better and accelerate your surfing abilities whilst here surfing in Punta Mita and beyond.

The Quad Setup

Quick
Fast
Loose
Responsive
Fast-reacting
Works in a variety of wave types
Many variations of fin placements to provide whatever type of ride the surfboard was designed for

The Thruster Setup

Stable
Predictable
Radical manoeuvrability
Controlled drag
Increased lateral drive
Performs quick, tight turns and pivots
Speedy redirection
Performs at a higher level on good quality waves
More options available in the marketplace
More styles and designs on offer too!

With the bulk of surfboards coming in the 5-fin convertible option, the question we often get asked at our surf camp in Punta Mita is:

Which is better, the thruster or the quad?

We have no simple answer to this question, other than – both are superb. It all just depends on what you want and need out of yours! Hence the reason why so many boards come with a 5-fin option, allowing you to experience the variety of both.

In the quest to push the boundaries of the imaginable in waves both big and small, your understanding of the real difference between the thruster and the quad setup is vital, so that you can choose for yourself which is best for YOU.

So, one thing you’ll want to consider when choosing between the fin setup of quad fins vs thruster is which type of waves you’ll be surfing most often; and how exactly you wish your surfing style to be.

We know that thrusters offer more predictability and control while quads are fast-reacting and quick. So, what are you looking for and which is right for you?

Now it’s time to be your own board engineer!

Try both and figure out what works best for you. Changing fins in a board can make the board feel like a completely different board! So, why not give it a go?

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1 May, 2022 By wildmexsurf.com

What Type Of Surf Wax Should I Use?

When learning to surf in Mexico’s Punta Mita and Sayulita one of the basics is learning what type of wax to use here and how to use it.

Some of the most frequently asked questions we get asked at our surf camp in Punta Mita are amongst the likes of – “When should I wax my surfboard?”, “Where should I wax my surfboard?” and “Which type of wax should I use?” All of these questions plus more will be answered in this full guide to surf wax that we created for you!

Keep reading to learn more…

When learning to surf in Mexico’s Punta Mita and Sayulita one of the basics is learning what type of wax to use here and how to use it.

Why Do You Use Surf Wax?

Even the pro surfers wouldn’t dare step foot on the slippy deck of an unwaxed board, so don’t be the kook who forgets to wax up before paddling out – because that’s just a disaster waiting to happen!

In short, you use surf wax for grip. Whether you’re a seasoned ripper or an eager rookie, it’s safe to say that you’ve jumped up on your board and slipped right off at some point, right? Well, the wax helps prevent that – creating grip between you and your board, to allow you to paddle and ride it without sliding straight off.

No one is resistant to the slippery gamble of not applying surf wax before paddling out, so make sure you bring a few boxes with you if you’re traveling solo surfing in Sayulita and Punta Mita. If you’ve come to learn to surf in Mexico at our surf camp in Punta Mita, don’t sweat it – your surf wax will be provided.

How Much is Surf Wax?

Thankfully, wax is the most economical of all your surfing essentials. Costing around $3-4USD per bar, so, as the key ingredient to your surfing journey – be sure to stock up on brands such as – Sticky Bumps, Mrs. Palmers, Wave Equation, Sex Wax, Butta, or any of your preferred kinds. (Keep reading for further details on our recommendations).

Keep in mind that your choice of wax will come down to where you’re off to! So, based on your trip’s climate and water temperature, you’ll need to plan accordingly.

If you’ve come to learn to surf in Mexico at our surf camp in Punta Mita, don’t sweat it – your surf wax will be provided.

Which Surf Wax Should You Use for Surfing in Punta Mita & Sayulita?

Learning which wax to buy for which conditions is key. Check out our temperature guide here:

Temperature Guide for Surf Wax

From 22°C (72°F) upwards, opt for tropical-water wax.
From 18°C (65°F) to 22°C (72°F), opt for warm-water wax.
From 14°C (58°F) to 18°C (65°F), opt for cool-water wax.
For temperatures below 14°C (58°F), opt for cold-water wax.

During the colder water months surfing in Punta Mita and Sayulita (Jan-April), you’ll require the warm-water wax, you might also want a wetsuit top for sunset and early morning sessions.

During the warmer water months (May-Dec) you’ll be better suited to tropical-water wax. The water here tends to cool down and warm up later than the weather (more or less one month later!) So, we start feeling “cooler” weather in Dec, but the water gets cooler in Jan. The weather will warm up again in April, however, the water won’t be warmer again until May.

Learning to surf in Mexico during the colder water months (Jan-April)? Then you’ll require the warm-water wax!

Our Top Surf Wax Recommendations

Mrs. Palmers Surf Wax: Base Coat Wax

Don’t overlook the base coat! Not only will a base coat add extra grip to your board but it will also help your top coat go further. You’ll need to put your elbow into the applying (just like any other base coat) but once it’s done you can expect a super, long-lasting hold.

Fu Wax: Tropical Water Wax

Fu Wax is a Brazilian wax brand that grants exceptional performance and feels good under your feet.

Not only does Fu Wax glue your feet to the board like no other wax around, but it also smells insane too. This wax is soft and offers an easy application, but not so soft that it’s only great for the first few pop-ups.

Surfing in Punta Mita’s tropical waters between May-Dec? Then Fu Wax is our top recommendation!

Sticky Bumps: Warm Water Wax

This wax does its job in the water.

With decades of use, we LOVE Sticky Bumps at Wild Mex, not just because the unique bumps of wax left after using this stick hold their shape for the long run but because they also offer exceptional grip and performance, no matter your ability or surfing style.

This wax is both sticky and durable and will hold up well while surfing in Sayulita and Punta Mita between the months of Jan-April.

Learning to surf in Mexico? Don’t underestimate the mighty power of a wax comb!

Why do we use pink at Wild Mex? Because when it’s pink, it’s harder to lose!
Not only will your wax comb will save you in moments you’re outta wax by roughing up the current wax on your board, but it will also be necessary for the moment you need to renew the wax on your board once it’s been overapplied and has become slippery.

Use the straight edge for scraping the done-with wax off and the jagged edge for creating texture and grip. Yeeew!

Sharpen your surf skills with our surf camp in Punta Mita for intermediate surfers.

“When Should I Wax My Surfboard?”

Many rookies who surf in Sayulita think their boards need a good ole’ waxing before every surf session, in fact, this is a common misconception. Really, your board only requires a light waxing before hitting the waves, if you feel you’re losing traction, this is when a deeper waxing will be required.

If you’ve invested in a base coat and you’ve applied it correctly, you’ll find that you’ll be required to wax it less. On the contrary, if you’re surfing every day, you’ll find that you’ll need to wax it more.

“Where Should I Wax My Surfboard?”

Put simply – the area where you plan to place your feet.

BUT don’t underestimate how much of the board’s surface area your feet make contact with (especially if you’re using a longboard.)

We always suggest making a thin layer of wax on the whole board, with a more generous application where your feet will be planted, stepping, or dancing!

“Should I Wax My Foamie?”

Most foam surfboards are built with materials to provide excellent traction, however, if you find you keep slipping – a little wax never hurt anybody!

If you’re looking for surfboard rental in Punta Mita, we do offer wax but recommend bringing extra anyway – just in case.

Summing it up

So, if you’ve bought the right wax, you’re halfway there. Now, simply apply where needed to set yourself up for toes on the nose!
If you’re looking for surfboard rental in Punta Mita, on the list for one of oursurf camps in Punta Mita, or simply coming with your own board, we recommend bringing extra wax anyway – just in case. Alternatively, you can purchase once you arrive at any of the local surf shops.

Final tip: Don’t forget to keep your wax out of the way of the sun – trust us, that’s not the kinda’ sticky situation you wanna be in!

Disclaimer

Whilst your surf wax may ooze aromas of bubblegum, banana, and other delicious things, we do not recommend eating it (no matter how hungry you get mid-sesh) – there’s absolutely no nutritional value! 😉

Happy Surfing in Mexico!!!!

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1 May, 2022 By wildmexsurf.com

Cera Para Tablas de Surf – ¿Qué tipo debo usar?

Cuando se aprende a surfear en Punta Mita y Sayulita, uno de los aspectos básicos es aprender qué tipo de cera para tablas de surf se debe usar y cómo usarla.

Algunas de las preguntas más frecuentes que nos hacen en nuestro campamento de surf en Punta Mita son entre otras – “¿Cuándo debo encerar mi tabla de surf?”, “¿Dónde debo encerar mi tabla de surf?” y “¿Qué tipo de cera debo usar?” ¡Todas estas preguntas y más serán respondidas en esta guía completa de cera para surf que hemos creado para ti!

Sigue leyendo para saber más…

Cuando se aprende a surfear en Punta Mita y Sayulita en México, uno de los aspectos básicos es aprender qué tipo de cera usar y cómo usarla.

¿Por qué usar cera para tablas de surf?

Incluso los surfistas profesionales no se atreverían a poner un pie en la cubierta resbaladiza de una tabla sin cera, así que no seas el chiflado que se olvida de encerar antes de salir a remar – ¡porque eso es un desastre esperando ocurrir!

En resumen, la cera para tablas de surf se utiliza para el agarre. Tanto si eres un surfista experimentado como un novato entusiasta, es seguro que alguna vez te has subido a tu tabla y te has resbalado, ¿verdad? Pues bien, la cera ayuda a evitar eso, creando un agarre entre tú y tu tabla, para permitirte remar y montar en ella sin resbalar directamente.

Nadie se resiste a la resbalosa apuesta de no aplicar cera para tablas de surf antes de salir a surfear, así que asegúrate de llevar unas cuantas cajas contigo si viajas solo a surfear en Sayulita y Punta Mita. Si has venido a aprender a surfear en México en nuestro campamento de surf en Punta Mita, no te preocupes – tu cera para surfear será proporcionada.

¿Cuánto cuesta la cera para tablas de surf?

Afortunadamente, la cera es lo más económico de todo lo que necesitas para surfear. Cuesta alrededor de $3-4USD por barra, así que, como el ingrediente clave para tu viaje de surf – asegúrate de abastecerte de marcas como – Sticky Bumps, Mrs. Palmers, Wave Equation, Sex Wax, Butta, o cualquiera de tus tipos preferidos. (Sigue leyendo para conocer más detalles sobre nuestras recomendaciones).

Ten en cuenta que la elección de la cera dependerá del lugar al que vayas. Así que, según el clima y la temperatura del agua de tu viaje, tendrás que planificar en consecuencia.

Si has venido a aprender a surfear en México en nuestro campamento de surf en Punta Mita, no te preocupes, tu cera de surf será proporcionada.

¿Qué cera para tablas de surf debes usar para surfear en Punta Mita y Sayulita?

Aprender qué cera comprar para qué condiciones es clave. Consulta nuestra guía de temperaturas aquí:

Guia de Temperaturas Para la Cera Para Tablas de Surf

A partir de 22°C (72°F), opta por la cera para aguas tropicales.
De 18°C (65°F) a 22°C (72°F), opta por la cera para aguas cálidas.
De 14°C (58°F) a 18°C (65°F), opta por la cera para aguas frías.
Para temperaturas inferiores a 14°C (58°F), opta por la cera para aguas frías.

Durante los meses de aguas más frías para surfear en Punta Mita y Sayulita (enero-abril), necesitarás la cera para aguas cálidas, también podrías querer un top de neopreno para las sesiones al atardecer y por la mañana.

Durante los meses de aguas más cálidas (mayo-diciembre) te conviene más la cera para aguas tropicales. El agua aquí tiende a enfriarse y a calentarse más tarde que el clima (¡más o menos un mes después!) Así, empezamos a sentir el tiempo “más frío” en diciembre, pero el agua se enfría en enero. El tiempo se calentará de nuevo en abril, sin embargo, el agua no volverá a ser más cálida hasta mayo.

¿Estás aprendiendo a surfear en México durante los meses de aguas más frías (enero-abril)? ¡Entonces necesitarás la cera para aguas cálidas!

Nuestras principales recomendaciones de cera para el surf

Mrs. Palmers Surf Wax: Base Coat Wax

No olvides la capa de base! La capa de base no sólo añadirá más agarre con tu tabla, sino que también ayudará a que tu capa de acabado llegue más lejos. Tendrás que esforzarte en aplicarla (como cualquier otra capa de base), pero una vez que lo hayas hecho podrás esperar una fijación súper duradera.

Fu Wax: Tropical Water Wax

Fu Wax es una marca de cera brasileña que otorga un rendimiento excepcional y se siente bien bajo tus pies.

Fu Wax no sólo pega los pies a la tabla como ninguna otra cera, sino que también huele de maravilla. Esta cera es suave y ofrece una fácil aplicación, pero no tan suave como para que sólo sea genial para las primeras subidas.

¿Vas a surfear en las aguas tropicales de Punta Mita entre mayo y diciembre? Entonces Fu Wax es nuestra mejor recomendación.

Sticky Bumps: Warm Water Wax

Esta cera hace su trabajo en el agua.

Con décadas de uso, nos ENCANTA Sticky Bumps en WildMex, no sólo porque las protuberancias únicas de cera que quedan después de usar esta cera mantienen su forma a largo plazo, sino porque también ofrecen un agarre y rendimiento excepcional, sin importar su habilidad o estilo de surf.

Esta cera es a la vez pegajosa y duradera y se mantendrá bien mientras se surfea en Sayulita y Punta Mita entre los meses de enero-abril.

¿Estás aprendiendo a surfear en México? ¡No subestimes el poderoso poder de un peine de cera!

¿Por qué usamos rosa en Wild Mex? Porque cuando es rosa, ¡es más difícil de perder!
Tu peine de cera no sólo te salvará en los momentos en que se te acabe la cera al desbastar la cera actual de tu tabla, sino que también será necesario para el momento en que necesites renovar la cera de tu tabla una vez que se haya aplicado en exceso y se haya vuelto resbaladiza.

Utiliza el borde recto para raspar la cera ya aplicada y el borde dentado para crear textura y agarre. ¡Yei!

Afina tus habilidades de surf con nuestro campamento de surf en Punta Mita para surfistas intermedios.

“¿Cuándo debo encerar mi tabla de surf?”

Muchos novatos que surfean en Sayulita piensan que sus tablas necesitan un buen encerado antes de cada sesión de surf, de hecho, esto es un error común. Realmente, tu tabla solo requiere un encerado ligero antes de golpear las olas, si sientes que estas perdiendo tracción, es cuando se requiere un encerado más profundo.

Si has invertido en una capa base y la has aplicado correctamente, verás que necesitarás encerarla menos. Por el contrario, si estás surfeando todos los días, verás que necesitarás encerarlo más.

“¿Dónde debo encerar mi tabla de surf?”

En pocas palabras: en la zona en la que piensas colocar tus pies.

PERO no subestimes la parte de la superficie de la tabla con la que entran en contacto tus pies (especialmente si usas una tabla larga).

¡Siempre sugerimos hacer una capa fina de cera en toda la tabla, con una aplicación más generosa donde tus pies estarán plantados, pisando o bailando!

“¿Debo encerar mi Foamie?”

La mayoría de las tablas de surf de espuma están construidas con materiales para proporcionar una excelente tracción, sin embargo, si encuentras que sigues resbalando – ¡un poco de cera nunca hace daño a nadie!

Si estás buscando alquilar una tabla de surf en Punta Mita, ofrecemos cera, pero te recomendamos que traigas más, por si acaso.

Resumiendo

Así que, si has comprado la cera adecuada, estás a mitad de camino. ¡Ahora, simplemente aplícala donde sea necesario para prepararse para surfear en la nariz!
Si estás buscando alquilar una tabla de surf en Punta Mita, estás en la lista de uno de nuestros campamentos de surf en Punta Mita, o simplemente vienes con tu propia tabla, te recomendamos que traigas cera extra, por si acaso. Alternativamente, puedes comprarla una vez que llegues a cualquiera de las tiendas de surf locales.

Consejo final: No olvides mantener tu cera fuera del camino del sol – confía en nosotros, ¡no es el tipo de situación pegajosa en la que quieres estar!

Aviso legal

Aunque tu cera de surf puede desprender aromas de chicle, plátano y otras cosas deliciosas, no te recomendamos que te la comas (por mucha hambre que tengas a mitad de sesión), no tiene ningún valor nutricional! 😉

¡¡¡¡Feliz Surf en México!!!!

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31 March, 2022 By wildmexsurf.com

How To: Get Ready For Your 2022 Surf Camp in Punta Mita & Sayulita

Just signed up for learning to Surf in Mexico with Wild Mex? Yeeew! Well, you best get ready because you are in for an adventure of a lifetime!

From experiencing your first wave to gliding across the ocean as you own it, the feeling you will live through on our epic surf camp in Punta Mita or Sayulita will be unmatchable.

So, what can you do beforehand, to get fit, prepped, and your body in tip-top shape so you can be the best surfer you can be once you arrive at camp? Keep reading to discover more…

Whether you’ve got 4 weeks or 4 months before your surfing vay-cay it’s important to get yourself prepared for the unreal adventure and experience it’s going to be… but don’t doubt it, surfing is a full-on physical workout!

Surfing is not snowboarding, nor is it skateboarding. You don’t lie down on your snowboard then pop up just as you are gathering speed. Nor does snowboarding or skateboarding require you to paddle your way back up the hill after a big run!

You’ll not only use your leg muscles to control your speed and balance on the mighty waves when surfing in La Lancha, no no no… You’ll also need to paddle your way back out to the sets after you start catching all your waves to the shore!

So, undoubtedly one of the hardest things about surfing is paddling into waves, which requires a lot of upper body strength.

Therefore, our Wild Mex team has prepared a little guide to help you get fit and ready to get into your learning to surf in Mexico experience!

You can warm up and tone your muscles with these workout regimes anywhere from 1 week to 6 months prior to your camp, as often or as little as you like so that you can build the upper body strength that you need to master those majestic waves, like a pro! The more you practice, the more you’ll seamlessly glide into your surf camp experience!

Good luck!

Surfing for Beginners in Sayulita and Punta Mita can be pretty tough in the first few days when you’re getting used to the paddling technique. So, when preparing yourself for the first few days, swimming is a great way to get your arms and upper body ready to tackle those waves!

Swimming works out many of the muscles that will be used whilst paddling on a surfboard including your upper arms and your shoulder blades. Working your muscles in the water will also get them trained for resistance which you’ll be experiencing a lot of when you’re paddling in the pacific ocean waves.

And most importantly, swimming will also get you used to spending time in the water, coordinating your breathing, and holding your breath while working out there.

Let us prepare you… it is a given that you will experience some wipeouts during your first week of surf lessons In La Lancha and Sayulita as a beginner. So, swimming in the water beforehand (even if it’s a swimming pool) will ensure that you build your confidence and stamina just by being in the water.

In short, spending 1 or 2 hours a week swimming in a pool prior to your surf camp will definitely make your surfing experience much more comfortable!

Guide to Building Strength, Endurance, and Balance

Hitting the water or waves every day might be the best way to get wave-ready, but if you’ve signed up for the camp from a place that’s flat or dry, no need to fret…we’ve got you covered!

Yoga might seem a little underwhelming if you are looking forward to an epic adventure like surfing in La Lancha and our nearby areas buuuuuut don’t be so quick to judge… It’s a fact that all types of Yoga will benefit your surfing!

Yoga helps you work on your balance which is a must-have for surfers. It helps you develop core strength and agility which is necessary when you’re doing quick pop-ups and turns whilst surfing – which is of course a given!

Indulging in yoga also keeps your muscles from potentially tearing during fast-paced and strenuous movements like pop-ups or paddling, because it will develop your muscle flexibility from all the stretching.

So, those stretches and breathing techniques may seem calm and passive, but trust us, it’ll be a lifesaver for learning to surf in Mexico and mastering the wondrous waves when you’re experiencing your first week out there.

Apart from yoga and swimming, the gym can help you build the upper body capacity you need to ace your surf camp in Punta Mita or Sayulita ! From bodyweight exercises to working with dumbbells, building up the stamina and strength you need to surf CAN be done in the gym beforehand!

Best Exercises

✔️1) Hold your dumbbells at thigh-level with palms against your legs. With elbows resting against your waist, move the weights up towards the shoulder and lower them down.

✔️2) Holding your dumbbells at shoulder height with arms out like a cross. Lift the weights overhead, then in front of your head keeping your arms straight.

✔️3) Holding dumbbells in each hand, bend forward while your back is almost parallel to the ground. Lift the weights toward your chest and slowly lower them down.

Try 4 x 10 sets of these exercises with a weight that feels comfortable for you! We recommend at least 1 x per week.

Waves can be relentless and uncertain! So, an Indo Board can do the trick to experience your first surfboard - on dry land!

On the Indo board, try to stand still for 90 seconds. You should try an activity like bouncing a tennis ball on the floor for 90 seconds without letting the board touch the ground. A harder position may be standing still whilst positioned in a squat and rocking back and forth.

At the final level, you should be able to do slow squats on the board without letting it touch the ground!

Summing it Up

With the exercises mentioned, you’ll be more than ready to start your surf camp in Punta Mita or Sayulita ! Plus, all the waiting prior to your surf camp will be put to best use! 😉

The great thing about surfing is, as you get better, so does the feeling! So, why not start early?

Up for the challenge?

We can’t wait to welcome you!

Peace & love

Wild Mex

Nature & Wildlife Newsletter Surfing

31 March, 2022 By wildmexsurf.com

Campamento de surf en Sayulita y Punta Mita 2022: ¿Cómo Prepararse?

¿Acabas de inscribirte para aprender a surfear en México con WildMex? Sí. Pues más vale que te prepares porque te espera la aventura de tu vida!

Desde experimentar tu primera ola hasta deslizarte por el océano como si fueras su dueño, la sensación que vivirás en nuestro épico campamento de surf en Sayulita o Punta Mita será inigualable.

Entonces, ¿qué puedes hacer de antemano para ponerte en forma, prepararte y que tu cuerpo esté en plena forma para ser el mejor surfista que puedas ser una vez que llegues al campamento? Sigue leyendo para descubrir más…

Tanto si tienes 4 semanas como 4 meses antes de tus vacaciones de surf es importante que te prepares para la aventura y experiencia irreal que vas a tener... pero no lo dudes, el surf es un entrenamiento físico completo!

El surf no es snowboard, ni skate. No te tumbas en tu tabla de snowboard y luego te levantas justo cuando estás cogiendo velocidad. Tampoco el snowboard o el skateboard requieren que remontes la cuesta después de una gran carrera!

No sólo usarás los músculos de las piernas para controlar tu velocidad y equilibrio en las poderosas olas al surfear en La Lancha, no no no... También tendrás que remar para volver a los sets después de empezar a coger todas las olas hasta la orilla!

Así que, sin duda, una de las cosas más difíciles del surf es remar en las olas, lo que requiere mucha fuerza en la parte superior del cuerpo.

Por ello, nuestro equipo de Wild Mex ha preparado una pequeña guía para ayudarte a ponerte en forma y prepararte para tu experiencia de aprender a surfear en México!

Puedes calentar y tonificar tus músculos con estos regímenes de entrenamiento desde 1 semana hasta 6 meses antes de tu campamento, tan a menudo o tan poco como quieras, para que puedas desarrollar la fuerza de la parte superior del cuerpo que necesitas para dominar esas majestuosas olas, ¡como un profesional! Cuanto más practiques, más te desenvolverás en tu experiencia en el campamento de surf!

Buena suerte!

El surf para principiantes en Sayulita y Punta Mita puede ser bastante duro en los primeros días cuando te estás acostumbrando a la técnica de remo. Así que, cuando te prepares para los primeros días, nadar es una gran manera de preparar tus brazos y la parte superior del cuerpo para hacer frente a esas olas!

La natación ejercita muchos de los músculos que se utilizarán al remar en una tabla de surf, incluyendo la parte superior de los brazos y los omóplatos. Trabajar los músculos en el agua también los entrenará para la resistencia, que experimentarás mucho cuando estés remando en las olas del océano Pacífico..

Y lo más importante, la natación también te acostumbrará a pasar tiempo en el agua, a coordinar tu respiración y a aguantar la respiración mientras te ejercitas allí.

Dejanos prepararte... es un hecho que experimentaras algunos wipeouts durante tu primera semana de clases de surf en La Lancha y Sayulita como principiante. Por lo tanto, nadar en el agua de antemano (incluso si es una piscina) te asegurará que construyas tu confianza y resistencia sólo por estar en el agua.

En resumen, pasar 1 o 2 horas a la semana nadando en una piscina antes de tu campamento de surf hará definitivamente tu experiencia de surf mucho más cómoda!

Guía para desarrollar la fuerza, la resistencia y el equilibrio.

Ir al agua o a las olas todos los días puede ser la mejor manera de prepararse para las olas, pero si te has apuntado al campamento desde un lugar llano o seco, no tienes que preocuparte... te tenemos cubierto!

El yoga puede parecer un poco decepcionante si estás esperando una aventura épica como surfear en La Lancha y nuestras zonas cercanas pero no te apresures a juzgar, Es un hecho que todos los tipos de Yoga beneficiarán tu surf!

El yoga te ayuda a trabajar el equilibrio, algo imprescindible para los surfistas. Te ayuda a desarrollar la fuerza del abdomen y la agilidad, lo cual es necesario cuando se realizan rápidos saltos y giros mientras se practica el surf, lo cual es, por supuesto, un hecho!

Practicar yoga también evita que tus músculos se desgarren durante movimientos rápidos y extenuantes como los saltos o el remo, ya que desarrollará la flexibilidad de tus músculos gracias a todos los estiramientos..

Así que, esos estiramientos y técnicas de respiración pueden parecer tranquilos y pasivos, pero créanos, serán un salvavidas para aprender a surfear en Mexico y dominar las maravillosas olas cuando se experimenta la primera semana ahí fuera.

Aparte del yoga y la natación, el gimnasio puede ayudarte a desarrollar la capacidad de la parte superior del cuerpo que necesitas para asaltar tu campamento de surf en Sayulita o Punta Mita ! Desde ejercicios con el peso del cuerpo hasta el trabajo con mancuernas, el desarrollo de la resistencia y la fuerza que necesitas para surfear PUEDE hacerse en el gimnasio de antemano.

Los mejores ejercicios

✔️1) Sujeta las mancuernas a la altura del muslo con las palmas de las manos contra las piernas. Con los codos apoyados en la cintura, sube las pesas hacia el hombro y bájalas.

✔️2) Sujeta las mancuernas a la altura de los hombros con los brazos extendidos en forma de cruz. Levantar las pesas por encima de la cabeza, luego por delante de la misma manteniendo los brazos rectos.

✔️3) Sosteniendo las mancuernas en cada mano, inclínese hacia adelante mientras su espalda está casi paralela al suelo. Levante las pesas hacia el pecho y bájelas lentamente.

Prueba 4 x 10 series de estos ejercicios con un peso que te resulte cómodo. Recomendamos al menos 1 x por semana.

Para la resistencia, estos ejercicios de natación pueden ayudarte:

✔️1) Con una boya flotante atada a los pies, nada 50 metros cuatro veces con la cabeza por encima de la superficie del agua. Hazlo dos veces por semana como mínimo.

✔️2) Realiza ocho sprints de 50 metros y descansa 30 segundos entre ellos. Hazlo al menos una vez a la semana.

✔️3) Para la capacidad pulmonar, aumenta el número de brazadas que das antes de cada respiración. Comienza cada vuelta con dos brazadas y aumenta el número a medida que aumentas tu capacidad.

Las olas pueden ser implacables e inciertas. Por eso, una Indo Board puede servir para experimentar tu primera tabla de surf - en tierra firme!

En la tabla Indo, intenta quedarte quieto durante 90 segundos. Intenta realizar una actividad como botar una pelota de tenis en el suelo durante 90 segundos sin dejar que la tabla toque el suelo. Una posición más difícil puede ser quedarse quieto mientras te colocas en cuclillas y te balanceas hacia adelante y hacia atrás.

En el nivel final, deberías ser capaz de hacer sentadillas lentas sobre la tabla sin dejarla tocar el suelo!

Resumen de la situación

Con los ejercicios mencionados, estarás más que preparado para empezar tu campamento de surf en Sayulita o Punta Mita ! Además, toda la espera previa a tu campamento de surf será aprovechada al máximo! 😉

Lo bueno del surf es que, a medida que se mejora, también lo hacen las sensaciones. Así que, ¿por qué no empezar pronto?

Aceptas el reto?

No podemos esperar a darte la bienvenida!

Amor y Paz!

Wild Mex

Nature & Wildlife Newsletter Sin categorizar Surfing

28 March, 2022 By wildmexsurf.com

Learning to Surf in Mexico

Do you remember the gush of emotions, the first time you rode an unbroken wave? The excitement, the fear, and the adrenaline rush that left you yearning for more?

Your first waves were probably a feeling like no other you had experienced... But this blog comes with a warning! Your intermediate Wild Mex surf camp will challenge you and test you in ways you probably never have been tested in the water! Meaning even more adrenaline, excitement, and a bundle of improvement coming your way!!

If you’ve become adept at paddling, popping up, and riding cleanly across the open face of a wave, you are fit for the intermediate Surf Lessons in La Lancha where the waves are consistent all year round for perfecting your surfing technique and ability.

Read on to see what we’ve got in store for you…

As an intermediate surfer, you’ve ‘tasted’ the salty and surreal feeling of taking a ride through mother nature at her finest. So, no wonder you’re hooked and want to advance to the next level with the WildMex Surf Lessons in La Lancha , Sayulita, and Punta Mita!

At the Wild Mex surf camp, every day is filled with something new. You will be polishing your existing skills and satiating your thirst for improvement as the itinerary builds your abilities day by day.

You’ll also have the option of 10 other surf breaks in the area to surf at, because 365 days of the year 24/7, there is always a wave to surf at one of our local breaks!

Here are the topics you’ll be onboarding to fine-tune your intermediate skills:

Topic 1 - Surfing conditions

The first topic within your intermediate surf camp in Punta Mita and Sayulita with Wild Mex will help you get to grips with reading surf conditions.

Your journey from an intermediate surfer to an advanced one means that you’ll learn how to read when the waves are surf-ready! This also includes:

Understanding optimum surf conditions
Learning how to read swell charts
Knowledge about the different types of surf breaks
Learning how the wind conditions affect waves

With this, you’ll know the best time to surf Punta Mita, Sayulita, and all other breaks in our area and beyond after onboarding this crucial intermediate step!

Topic 2 - When to use which board

Learning to surf in Mexico is probably one of the best gifts you can give yourself as an adventurer and a surfing enthusiast.

With a wide range of surfboards available for rent at Wild Mex (over 300 in fact), you can perfect your techniques with shortboards, longboards, fish boards, or funboards!

Your personal surf guide will also help you master your board choice based on the surf conditions and the surf break you’re going for.

Topic 3 - Binary wave selection

If you’ve taken beginner surf lessons in La Lancha, Sayulita or anywhere else in the world, you may already know what binary wave selection is. If you’re a self-taught maestro, maybe not! - Binary wave selection is all about reading and selecting the waves as they come to you.

In surfing, wave selection is an art, and it usually draws the line between beginners and intermediate surfers.

Your intermediate Surf Camp in Punta Mita and Sayulita will help you learn binary wave selection, which in turn, will have several impacts on your surf session… The first and most obvious one is that you’ll learn how to ride superior and longer waves - simply by choosing the right ones. Learning binary wave selection will also require you less physical effort to paddle and catch the wave of your choice! Win-win, right?

Topic 4 - Positioning on the wave

If you’ve had exposure to a lot of surf in the past, positioning may sound like an easy topic. Buuut in actual fact, all intermediate-advanced surfers know that positioning can always be improved, after all, nothing happens far out on that flat shoulder!

When learning to surf in Mexico with us, we’ll teach you how to position yourself to stay close to the pocket, how to position yourself to get ready for a trick, and how to position yourself to try ripping steeper shoulders!

We told you didn’t we, it’s all about position baby!

Topic 5 - Generating speed

As you progress and get more comfortable with different parts of the wave, this is where you’ll begin to draw the line from being called an intermediate surfer to an adept one! A beginner or intermediate surfer goes with the flow of the ocean which is why the waves guide them across. Whilst more adept ones learn how to stay close to the pocket, the steepest and most powerful part of the wave to get the best out of every wave on offer!

As a pre-master surfer, you will learn how to control the reins of your surfboard’s speed. You’ll be shown how to throw your arms forward, decompressing and compressing up and down the face of the wave, all whilst moving to specific parts of the wave with the proper technique by shifting your weight over the surfboard at specific moments on the wave to create your own acceleration.

Learn this and just wait to watch surfing become more and more exciting!

Topic 6 - Bottom turn & Top turn

This is the skill that even expert surfers still need improvement on. Even during the best time to surf Punta Mita, the bottom turn and top turn takes years of experience to maneuver, but with us, you’ll learn the basics!

You’ll learn how to use your head as your steering wheel. (Where you look is where you’ll go!) Both the top and bottom turn is initiated with your head, then your shoulders, arms, and hips to follow.

If it sounds complicated now, don’t sweat it! You’ll get the fundamentals of this concept in the sixth topic of your intermediate surf camp in Punta Mita and Sayulita with Wild Mex, and with practice, you’ll be good to go!

Topic 7 - Cutback

Be prepared to also onboard the basics of the cutback!

Haven’t heard of it before? Well, the cutback is when a surfer changes direction with a turn using their rails to go back towards the breaking part of the wave.

This is a vital maneuver as it’ll position you back to the “power source” - the steepest and most enjoyable part of the wave!

Topic 8 - Identifying your weak spots

Sometimes muscles will get fatigued and you'll feel it, especially in your weak areas! BUT, many times the surf will be more demanding on your mind…

Your instructor at your Surf Camp in Punta Mita and Sayulita will help you identify and work on your weak spots, physical and mental!

Helping you transform your weaknesses from what is holding you back to the things that motivate you to perfect your surfing skills!

Summing Up the itinerary of your Intermediate Surf Lessons in La Lancha

When you’re learning to surf in Mexico with us, there are only two things you need: the passion to perfect your surf skills and the dedication to master the waves we have in store for you!

Only after you’ve mastered these maneuvers can you work on progressing from the intermediate to the advanced level.

But until then, get ready to experience all those feel-good chemicals - endorphins/the stoke you’ll experience during and after your surf sessions with us!

P.S The release of endorphins is also linked to a state of euphoria! Something our surf coaches know all a little too well. We are pumped to share these secrets with YOU! 😉

Till then, best of luck preparing for the camp - we can’t wait to welcome you!

Peace & love,

Wild Mex

Newsletter Surfing Travel

14 March, 2022 By wildmexsurf.com

Learning to Surf in Mexico – What Beginner Surfers can Expect from the WildMex Surf Camp?

Now that you have taken the first step to experience the adrenaline rush that you were oblivious to as a non-surfer, hang in there! It's going to get pretty intense…in a great way!

Having signed up for your first surf camp and beginner surf lessons in Sayulita and Punta Mita, let us warn you… the first time you set barefoot and waxed up on the beach for your surf camp in Sayulita, there is a mixed rush of emotions - nervousness, excitement, and happiness.

But too much nervousness might spoil the fun! So, time to get the nervousness levels down and the excitement levels up! We’ll help you achieve just that with this beginner itinerary of all the topics you’ll learn in your week-long (or longer) beginner surf camp in Sayulita and Punta Mita!

At the Wildmex surf camp, every day is filled with something new. So, for the adventure enthusiasts out there, starting with surf lessons in Sayulita and Punta Mita will leave you satiated, building on your surfing skills day by day, taking the ride of your lifetime! You’ll also have the option of 10 other surf breaks in the area to surf at, because 365 days of the year 24/7, there is always a wave to surf at one of our local breaks. So, let’s get started…

Topic 1: Etiquette

The first and most important topic is, of course, learning the etiquette of surfing. Whether you’re surfing with us here in Mexico or in another spot around the world after your surf camp, you’ll more than likely, always, be surfing amongst others in the water. This means that it’s your duty to learn the unwritten rules of the water, from right of way, to not dropping in or snaking, how to give respect, gain respect and how to keep yourself and others safe. Yes, there is a lot to learn… But don’t sweat it, when learning to surf in Mexico with us, we’ll give you the full low-down to keep yourself out of trouble, and enjoy your surfing!

Topic 2: Reading Waves

Expect your surf coach to explain how waves are formed, about swells, tides, and rip currents. But don’t worry if you don’t get it straight away! - The more time you spend in the water, the more you’ll learn how to read a wave – how to tell if it’s a good one to catch, whether it’s a right or left-hander, where it will break, and how to position yourself to ride it well.

Topic 3: Pop-Ups and Functional Stances

You will practice basic surfing techniques such as pop-ups and functional stances on the beach. You’ll learn how to position yourself on the board, the correct stance, and how to pop up or take off to ride a wave stood up. Yeeew!

Topic 5: Mastering the Whitewash

The topic that marks the beginning of the real deal in the surf lessons in Punta Mita and Sayulita is paddling out to master the whitewash. This starts with building your confidence in the waves with the board and then practicing your pop-up and stance in the white water which are the broken waves and most forgiving part of the wave - perfect for surfing for beginners in Punta Mita and Sayulita!

Topic 6: Mastering Unbroken Waves

Once you’ve built your confidence with the whitewash, it is time to get into the unbroken waves to experience your first major thrill from surfing.

Paddling deep and throwing your weight forward is the key to catching an unbroken wave, otherwise, you just won’t catch it. It’s certain that you’ll have some testy times before you master paddling since all of this comes with experience.

But with your surf coach guiding you - the best way to learn surfing for beginners in Punta Mita and Sayulita, you’ll be riding the “real waves” in no time!

Topic 7: Angling your Take-off

Once you’ve mastered the basics, it is time to move on and surf in style! This is when your Wild Mex surf instructor at your surf camp in Sayulita or Punta Mita will teach you how to angle yourself to take off and ride a wave not just straight but down the rail.

Angling your take off will allow you to drop in on waves that are a bit steeper. By angling your board as you paddle for a wave, you’ll be able to set the line that your board will take, ensuring you can pop up and ride the wave in the direction that it’s going instead of riding it straight or nose diving into the crashing wave.

From mastering the whitewashes to unbroken and exhilarating waves, in just a few days, you will have come a long way in your surfing journey!

Topic 8: Finding the ‘x’ Spot

Once you’ve mastered how to angle your board into the waves, it is time to upskill. The 6th topic you’ll learn from your surf camp is how to find the ‘x-spot’.

This is the sweet spot that surfers want to catch, the most critical and powerful part of the wave is the ‘x-spot’. And when you’ve upskilled yourself learning all the other topics, it is time to choose the wave to which you face up!

You’ll learn how to spot a good wave and make yourself to it, catching the thrill and rush that comes with it - all whilst being mindful of the surfing etiquette!

What if I can’t keep up with the pace of the surf lessons in Punta Mita and Sayulita?

In the first days or weeks - depending on how long you want to spread out your surf lessons in Punta Mita and Sayulita, you’ll be building your confidence with the waves.

As for someone with no surfing experience, you will need some time to get used to the waves and the workout. The Wild Mex surf camp in Sayulita and Punta Mita is designed to match your pace. So, whether you get through the topics in a couple of days or stretch out the entire program to a couple of weeks, it depends on how well you grasp the concepts and get on with the learning experience - both of which are perfectly fine.

Practice Makes Perfect

The science of ‘practice makes perfect’ relates to surfing as much as any other sport! This means the more time you spend in the water practicing, the better you’ll onboard these topics and the more natural you’ll become at creating the movements!

Summing it Up

You are in for an experience of a lifetime now that you’ve registered for the surf camp in Sayulita and Punta Mita!

This article covers all you can expect from your beginner's surf camp to keep your nervousness low and the essential excitement at a sky-high level! From paddling out to the white waters to riding green glassy waves in the ocean, you will experience what you were oblivious to as a non-surfer! Pure freedom, and connection with Pachamama at its finest.

So, until then, keep the count down going!

We can’t wait to welcome you v.soon!

Peace & Love

WildMex

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28 February, 2022 By wildmexsurf.com

Surfing Etiquette 101 – Becoming the Good Kind of Surfer

Our WildMex Surf Camp In Sayulita and Punta Mita teaches true surf etiquette so you can think like a pro even before your first lesson.

Registered for the WildMex Surf Camp in Punta Mita or Sayulita? Yeeew! Here’s an early welcome from the Wild Mex team to an adventure you have probably never experienced before!For now, the feelings you experience might be mixed. You might be excited and eager, and maybe even at the same time, a bit nervous... Let’s face it, starting a new thing is always scary. A small voice in your head might say, “What if you can’t pull this off?”But say adios to this little voice because we are here to teach you how to be the best beginner for your next surf adventure here in Mexico. This crash course will help you learn all there is to surfing terminologies and etiquettes so you don’t feel clueless and nervous within your first week of camp and surf lessons In Punta Mita!

You’ll learn how to read tides, waves and learn the best time to surf Punta Mita & Sayulita waves in our Wild Mex surf camp.

The Basics of Surfing: All the Theory with a Twist!

Experienced surfers will accumulate a lot of time in the water, this means that they have learned to gauge which waves will break and which waves are the best to catch. They also know when is the best time to surf Punta Mita waves because they know the tides, swells and how to avoid the competitive crowds.

However, surfing for beginners in Punta Mita or Sayulita can seem overwhelming when you can’t keep up with all the surfer terms. So, here are some of the basics and theories that you need to know before your first class at your Surf Camp in Punta Mita and Sayulita with WildMex!

1) Learning the Wave Directions

To have good surf, the first thing you'll need to learn is to understand how swells work and which waves are the best ones to get familiar with. Once you start your surf lessons in Punta Mita or Sayulita, you will begin to hear your coach and other surfers use the terms listed below, take a read and get familiar with them, knowing the lingo may be the difference between you catching 0 waves or 10!

The Direction of the Wind

Offshore wind - what surfers' dreams are made of. Offshore wind is the kind that blows from the land to the ocean, this is the best kind for surfing. It produces waves that are clean and groomed and indicate the best time to surf Punta Mita, Sayulita, or any other waves for that matter. Also, a swell coming in from the north will break differently than a swell arriving from the south. It’s important to point out that it is also possible to surf when the wind is Onshore, the kind that blows from ocean to land, however, this is the worst wind for surfing. The wind blows in from the ocean and ensures that all the waves crumble and have no shape, making the waves prettttty hard to surf!

Tide

Gauging the tide is important to catch the best waves. Some beaches work best on low tide and others on high tide. Different tides can either make waves "mushy"; breaking slowly with a lip that just sort of crumbles over when the wave breaks, or "hollow"; fast-breaking, barreling waves with lips that pitch out forcefully into the wave's trough. You’ll learn the local tides from your coach once you arrive here!

The Best Kinds

The types of waves that you experience while surfing in Punta Mita and Sayulita are beach breaks, pointbreaks, and reef breaks. These waves all have their own characteristics:

Waves	Pros	Cons
Beach Breaks	Beach Breaks tend to be common, with consistent waves and nice sand bottoms.	Beach Breaks can be unforgiving, with difficult paddle-outs
Pointbreaks	Pointbreaks can offer perfectly shaped waves and the longest rides of any kind of wave.	Pointbreaks can get a little too crowded sometimes and are generally not that consistent
Reef Breaks	Reef Breaks Reef Breaks are where advanced surfers go in search of the best barrels. Reef Breaks usually have uneven and/or sharp bottoms composed of rock or coral.	Reef Breaks usually have uneven and/or sharp bottoms composed of rock or coral.

But drawbacks aside, all these types of waves can offer excellent surf, and as any dedicated surfer will tell you, the rewards of surfing are worth more than material wealth.

Lefts and Rights

Understanding where the wave will break is impossible if you haven’t had any or little experience with surfing.

Waves “peel” to either the left or the right. As a beginner learning to Surf in Punta Mita and Sayulita there is a simple way to tell the difference between the two “peels”.

When you're lying down on your surfboard, paddling into a wave, you're going to drop into the wave and angle either towards your right with the wave crashing to your left (then it’s a right-hander) or you're left with the wave crashing to your right (which tells us it’s a left-hander).

If you’re watching from the shore, a surfer surfing in Punta Mita going left means they’re riding a right peeling wave. Don’t worry if you don’t get it yet, you will find it obvious the minute you see it for yourself!

Rip Tides

Another terminology that you might hear a lot when you’re learning to Surf in Punta Mita and Sayulita is rip currents or rip tides. While this term might sound dangerous, and it is, but only for those unfamiliar with how they work, yet for those who follow a few basic rules, rips are nothing to fear!

A rip is a path of water being pushed onto the shore by the waves takes to run back into the ocean, they can often appear as deeper and darker colored water in a relatively calm or rippled channel between breaking waves. However, these channels actually indicate fast currents moving back out to sea. One sign to spot one may be noticing anything floating out to sea via that route.

Rip currents can be dangerous because people can become exhausted trying to swim against the current back to shore, however, many surfers use this channel to enter the ocean from the shore or get back out the back after catching a wave. The way to escape the channel once you get out the back is by swimming parallel to the shore to escape the rip current. Never swim against the current back to shore.

You’ll learn how to read waves, do Eskimo rolls and how to avoid wipeouts in our surf camp in Sayulita and Punta Mita.

2) Sets

Set waves are those waves that come in larger than the overall significant wave height. In this case, it is quite probable that you’ll have a wipeout one time or another.

To try and avoid a wipeout, once you see a set coming (a good indication of this is seeing all other surfers paddling out fast), you should follow them and paddle out too in the opposite direction of wherever the wave is peeling from.

If you run out of time and you see the wave is about to crash on you, always opt for a turtle roll, also known as the Eskimo roll, a surfing technique that allows you to get past the breaking waves without having to discard your surfboard or duck dive in challenging conditions. You’ll learn how to do this at your surf camp in Sayulita and Punta Mita.

3) Wipe Outs

Let’s talk realistically, wipeouts are what you’re fearing the most. But stop! Wipeouts are common, even for expert surfers, and if you learn how to tackle them you will be safe!

If you do get hit by a wave and held underwater, never panic and scratch hard for the surface! It doesn't matter if you only managed to get just half a lungful of air, you'll be alright if you just simply relax. In the words of a surfer:

“Relaxing may not seem easy when you’ve encountered your first wipeout. Every second underwater might feel like ten, but even on a powerful wave, you'll be underwater for no more than five to ten seconds. So, when the wave is starting to recede, you can come back up and BREATHE…”

Pro Tip: Your Surfboard is your Best Friend!

Don't forget that your surfboard isn't just for riding waves, it is also an excellent lifesaving device and your primary means of getting out of trouble should a bad situation arise. So, don’t ditch it unless it is extremely necessary.

4) Crowding and Surfing Etiquette

Another concept you would want to learn before you get started with the waves is surfer etiquette.

If you take off on a wave in front of someone, you're basically stealing the wave, as the surfer who was already up and riding has to give up the wave or risk having a collision with you.

And not just collisions, one wave ridden by two persons is trouble! If you’re at the back and the surfer in front of you rides away while you’re at the end-side of the wave, you’ll experience a pretty blatant drop-in.

And the easiest way to avoid drop-ins is simple - stay away from crowds! Crowds tend to get competitive, and there are always those in the water who don't care so much about having fun as they do about showing off and catching all the waves they can.

Always give way to the surfer closest to the highest point of the wave (the peak). They have the right of way on the wave.

Surfing for Beginners in Punta Mita doesn’t have to be so tricky! Here’s the 101 for surfing in the area…

Summing it Up

To sum up our crash course, don’t forget to have fun!

The best thing you can do for both yourself and others in the water is simple - just respect others and enjoy yourself! It's hard not to have a good time in the surf, but everyone has a bad day every once in a while.

But hey, don’t worry, be happy! Remember to always stay in a relaxed frame of mind, and encourage others to do the same. Share waves, smile, and give a kind word to both friends and strangers alike. Hoot for others when you see them get a good wave, and soon you'll hear other surfers hooting for you on your good ones too!

We can’t wait to welcome you to the waves!

Peace & love,

Wild Mex

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Longboard Fin Setup for Surfing in Sayulita & Punta Mita

2+1 FIN SETUP

Single Fin Setup

Types Of Longboard Fins For Surfing Punta Mita & Sayulita

1) The Flex Fin

2) The All Round Fin

3) The Pivot Fin

4) The D Fin

Learning To Place Your Longboard Fin

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Configuración de quillas de longboard para surfear en Sayulita y Punta Mita

Configuracion de Quillas 2+1

Configuracion de 1 quilla

Tipos de Quillas de Longboard para Surfear en Punta Mita y Sayulita

1) La quilla flexible

2) La quilla all-round

3) La Quilla Pivot

4) La Quilla D

Aprender a Colocar la Quilla del Longboard

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What’s the Main Difference of Surfboard Fin Setup?

Why Choose The Quad Fin Set-Up?

Quad surfboard fin setup

Why Choose The Thruster Fin Set-Up?

When will you thrive with the thruster?

The Recap

The Quad Setup

The Thruster Setup

What’s Best for You?

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Surf Wax Guide for Learning To Surf In Mexico’s Punta Mita & Sayulita

Mrs. Palmers Surf Wax: Base Coat Wax

Fu Wax: Tropical Water Wax

Sticky Bumps: Warm Water Wax

Sticky Bumps: Pink Wax Comb

Your FAQs Answered:

“When Should I Wax My Surfboard?”

“Where Should I Wax My Surfboard?”

“Should I Wax My Foamie?”

Guía de Cera Para Tablas de Surf Para Aprender a Surfear en Punta Mita y Sayulita (México)

Mrs. Palmers Surf Wax: Base Coat Wax

Fu Wax: Tropical Water Wax

Sticky Bumps: Warm Water Wax

Sticky Bumps: Pink Wax Comb

Sus preguntas más frecuentes, respondidas:

“¿Cuándo debo encerar mi tabla de surf?”

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Your Pre - Surf Camp Training Guide

Surf Camp Sayulita and Punta Mita

Why Is Training Before Your Sayulita Or Punta Mita Surf Camp Important?

Swimming

Guide to Building Strength, Endurance, and Balance

Yoga

Strength

Best Exercises

Endurance

Balance

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Campamento de Surf en Sayulita y Punta Mita

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Natación

Guía para desarrollar la fuerza, la resistencia y el equilibrio.

Yoga

Fuerza

Los mejores ejercicios

Resistencia

Equilibrio

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What Intermediate Surfers can Expect from the Wild Mex Surf Camp?

What will you learn at your intermediate surf camp?

Topic 1 - Surfing conditions

Topic 2 - When to use which board

Topic 3 - Binary wave selection

Topic 4 - Positioning on the wave

Topic 5 - Generating speed

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Topic 6 - Bottom turn & Top turn