Chile

I arrived down at the spot a few days ago, it is in the middle of nowhere with only mobile internet, limited network and a couple of hotels and supermarkets. The actual conditions are pretty sick, for freestyle it is quite hectic due to some rocks and big waves but for wave riding it is totally sick, there is an amazing point break that peels a perfect left down the beach.
So far yesterday was the first day with wind, first they decided to run the wave qualifier, it was basically a few heats just to decide the seeding as it is the first event like this. I decided to go strapless as I feel that’s the way forward and how I want to ride even though it may be more difficult, I think I was practically the only one without straps along with Shinn who’s board I got to borrow but it was still well good fun in the 5-8 ft swell.
Martin, Sky and Guilly from Brazil were absolutely killing it although the seeding won’t be announced until later today. After the wave session they held the first round of the men although I had a by through to the second so didn’t have to ride.
Today looks the same as yesterday so I’m sure we will get some more wind in the afternoon. Will try to keep you posted.