From warm waters of Waikiki to cold waters of Japan

[waikikikichan]

Hello and Aloha ! Recently moved from Hawaii to Japan. 80% long 20% short. Been dealing with the surf culture here ( and wearing a wetsuit ! ). But still surf about once a week.

[oldmansurfer]

What is the difference in the surf cultures? Oh yeah and welcome to the forum.

[surf patrol]

Hi waikikikichan, welcome to Surfing Waves!

[Surf Hound]

Moved from Hi to CA (Santa Cruz) about 2 years ago. Cold water sucks. The days of just sitting in the line up and enjoying the day are gone. Every duck dive, wipeout or turtle roll are miserable. Getting used to a 4-3 wetsuit takes time. Pop ups have to be adjusted because you can't feel that you caught the wave as well as wearing shorts only. Nonetheless, I am still surfing so life is good just not as good as having warm water line ups. Man, I miss Hawaii - 5-6 more years and I am heading back

[CARBr6]

Honestly! What is that matter with you all!

Come to the UK, I spend my summer in a 1-2mm shorty suit, and have even surfed in boardies.

toughen up!

[jaffa1949]

Hi Waikikikichan, I haven't said welcome to you, I'm really enjoying your posts they are adding a lot to the forum! cheers from Australia Jaffa