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Nicaragua Surf Report for Friday, August 18, 2017
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August 18th, 2017
PLAYA SANTANA

First peak came alive and was pumping all morning, and Junior Martinez was out there doing his normal routine… late drops, high lines, and big barrels.

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This is power surfing… full rail, hand and hips carving deep on the lip of the wave pivoting for a sudden change of direction.

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And compacting the body at the end of the turn to keep full control of the board and the speed.

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Gustavo was out too, and as always… going big on the turns which brings big sprays!

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Here she is on a nice left… where is your magic board? Oh yeah, probably Etienne is using it.

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And here he again showing another thing that you can do with the speed you make after coming out from another big barrel.

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El Matador with another of his signature moves.

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If you are thinking about coming to Nicaragua, don’t think too much, just reserve one of our rental properties and get ready to have a great time. Have a great weekend!

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