Surf Talk Guru

when the surf is bad and too dangerous to go out in surfers find them selfs lost; not knowing what to do with them selfs. Some work, Some just hangout, some go to the bars, some just sit around and watch t.v., but there is a very few that monkey around…

Check out this Video of “Jedi” doing just so; monkeying around on a day where surf is out of the question. check it out its quite funny i must say.Click here to view very funny video. Plus it was just Jedi’s birthday yesterday, so if you haven’t said happy birthday, do so.

If you your self are looking for something to do and look at on bad surf days Click here.

Name: Ollie “The Real Deal” Richardson

Age: 31

Occupation: Teacher/ Couch/ Professional Tow surfer

Years Surfing: 22

Sponsors: Rebel Surfboards, Ninkasi Brewing Company, Ossies Surfshop

Birth Place: Coos Bay, Oregon

What is Surfing to you?: Surfing to me is my life to some existence and the majority of my decisions based are around the sport I love; Surfing.

Explain your surfing style in 5 words: Fast,  Charging,  Smooth,  Progressive,  Stocked!

Explain yourself in one word: Stocked!

Why are you so rad?: Because i’m super friendly, I charge, and I’m fun to surf with.

Favorite place in the world: Anywhere in the ocean.

Favorite Food: Mangoes. I like a good mango.

Last words for the readers: You need to enjoy life, live to the fullest, have fun, and stay Stoked!

writers note: Ollie Richardson is a great guy and an amazing surfer. He is also a surf instructor on his spare time at Ossies Surfshop. He has a wonderful family with a new born daughter and great friends. I had the privilege to have him as a teacher, coach, and friend. And I do beleve we are going to see some great things in Ollie’s surfing career in the future. thanks for everything. -pat-

To check out where Ollie Gets all his fresh gear or to sign up for private surf lessons with a pro Click here.

Oregon State University has many data collecting research Buoys in the Great North Pacific Ocean. OSU uses these buoys for important research on ocean swells, currents, and storms, plus other uses. Most people know how dangerous the north pacific ocean gets, but in case you don’t know during the winter seasons the Oregon coast can get sea swells of 20ft. plus with storm winds of 50 to 100 miles per hour and sub zero temperature.

Some of these powerful storms can knock a buoy loose and send it a drift in the vast Pacific Ocean. In January 2010 this was the case and OSU called Dan Hasselschwert “The Buoy Hunter” to rescue one of these lost buoys. Click here to watch the Oregon State University Bouy Rescue, as seen through the eyes of video guru Jedi Jonny.

So if you in the need for a Ocean Recovory team you know who to call “The Buoy Hunters”!

Rescue sponsored by Ossies Surfshop Click here to visit a web tour of the shop.

Surfboards can be expensive, especial if you are just learning to surf. You can easily spend $500 to $1000 on a new surfboard. When you are learning to surf, it is a giving that you will probably ding and or brake that first board. So why Spend hundreds of dollars on that first surfboard. Buy Used!

Used Surfboards are a great why to get in to surfing. you can purchase a Used surfboard anywhere from $100.00 to $600.00. In fact there is a great deal on a used 9′6 Woody Hobie for just $399.00! Click here to get this great deal on a Used 9′6 Hobie and for other great deals on used surfboards.

With 2009 ended and 2010 beginning many things change. Some of those changes are new products! Companies come out with new products every year to keep there companies image fresh and to compete with rival companies. But what does this mean for you, the consumer?

What this means for you is discounted gear from the previous year! All 2009 Xcel, Quicksilver/Roxy wetsuits are 20% off! Click here for the best deals on 2009  Xcel, Quicksilver, and Roxy wetsuits.

WOW! What a gorgeous day on the coast! Its Nice and sunny, its warm, and the surf is good!  Did I mention the surf is good?!

It seems that spring season has officially started and the weather is turning for the better, so is the surf. Today the surf was at 6ft. west swell at 17 seconds with winds coming from the NE at 5  to 10 knots. you cant ask for better surfing conditions! Don’t miss out on the next great day for surfing. Click here to check the Surf forecast so you never miss out!

Getting extra cold in the water? Is a we suit just not warm enough for you? Then maybe you should look into a Heat Vest. Yes! Quiksilver Electric Heat Vest are back in stock every where, but like last season, they will go fast. only a few sizes left, stay warm on the coldest days!

The Quicksilver Electric Heat Vest has FAR infra-red heat technology, High and low heat settings, rechargeable batteries, and is very easily used and maintained under your wetsuit.

For the best deals and more info on these amazing Heat Vest Click here.

Need a vacation that is close and affordable? Then come to the Oregon Coast! The Oregon coast is filled with fun things to do: Hiking, fishing, wine tasting, great food, The Oregon Coast Aquarium, surfing, and the Beach! all this activities are all great for relaxation and fun.

Just $75.00 a night Special on march 12th only. Click here for special deal on surf haven rental and best deals. Condo has amazing ocean bay view!

I always get a lot of people asking me how to stay or get into surf shape if you are away from the ocean.  Local surfer Ollie “The Real Deal” Richardson recently blogged abou this topic:

“I would start by swimming in the pool 2-3 days per week. Swim laps using only your legs (with kickboard) and only your arms (with float between your legs). Make sure you swim a few laps as hard as you can to where you are so tired you have to stop and rest. The key is to push yourself to exauhstion because that is what you are going to feel like when you are surfing, especially when the waves are bigger. Swim underwater as much as possible while holding your breath so that you can begin to build up your mental confidence for long hold downs when surfing. You want to focus on relaxing and staying calm underwater so you conserve your energy. Also, I would start cross training 2-3 times/week by doing a variety of cardio activities (running, basketball, bike riding, kayaking, rollerblading, hiking, etc)…whatever you like to do the most…the goal is choosing activities that you enjoy and are fun for you. The more fun you are having the less it feels like exercise! If you have a surfboard I would head to the nearest river/lake and do 20-30minute paddle sessions at least twice a week, this would be the most beneficial activity for you to prepare you for your trip to the coast. Stay Stoked, Ollie”

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