Sea Lions

This piece was inspired by an incredible wave on the western cost of Peru. Home to one of the longest left point breaks in the world… none other than the infamous Chicama! I’ve been fortunate to go on a couple of foil surfing missions to this hallowed spot, and it’s nothing short of pure magic. Some of the rides I’ve had here were over 5 minutes… and can be far longer if the conditions align perfectly! It’s the kind of wave where your legs turn to jello halfway through, but it’s just way too fun to stop! The scenery in Chicama is completely surreal. It’s what I would imagine foiling on Mars would be like 👽 There is practically zero vegetation. The sand dunes and mountains extend out of the vast desert and drop directly down into the ocean. It’s a super remote location. Except for the tiny village, the fishing boats in the bay, and the few surf hotels on the beach, there’s very little else for miles in any direction. What there is an abundance of however, is sea life. There are so many sea lions and birds of all kinds. The sea lions are an inquisitive bunch, they often come pretty close while you’re in the water, and stick their heads up to check you out. Then dive off to swim in the waves or find a nice rock to climb up on. When I reflect on this piece, I’m reminded of the incredible waves I’ve foiled here, and inspired by the many curious creatures that stopped to say hello along the way. Viva Chicama ! 🇵🇪 !