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September 1st, 2024 The RUN is 40 out of 40 Weeks.
Waist high or better at least once a week.
There were waist to Head high waves on August 18th to the 21st,
from ERNESTO and waist high on August 23rd, 2024

THE RECORD FOR THE MOST CONSECUTIVE WEEKS IN A ROW FOR WAIST HIGH OR BETTER. August 8th, 2021 was 53 WEEKS! TOPPING THE 43 CONSECUTIVE WEEKS SET IN 2009!

NEXT BLOG September 15th, 2024.
All future Blogs will be posted on the 1st and 3rd week of every month (give or take a day). *Also in the event of any significant swell I will post the week of that swell. Although the blog is now bi-weekly, I'm certainly not gonna pass up a decent swell. So while it's basically going to be every other week, I left it open for some wiggle room.



THE 16th ANNUAL HIT THE BEACH!
SHARK/SEAL SIGHTING. 4 DAYS OF SURF FROM
HURRICANE ERNESTO!



HIT THE BEACH August 23rd, 2024

It’s no secret that I stress every year about this event. From trying to determine how many vets are going to show up, to ordering enough tee shirts, and the biggest stress of all, the weather and the surf. Ironically, we had just had four days of waves from Hurricane Ernesto. And by waves I mean it was head high and semi clean all four days. So of course, when I pulled up at 6:30 on Friday morning I was heartbroken to see that it was only ankle high at best. And there was a ton of seaweed.



I was beyond bummed out. Try as I might, I simply could not see past the dismal surf conditions.

And this year the sign-ups were significant. I think between the four organizations we had approximately 89 sign ups that did include family members. The Wounded Warrior Project, The Manchester VA, New England Disabled Sports, and Fitness 110 were all signing in and excited for the day. Dave Cropper, Lenny Nichols, and Tony Berardini tried to ease my concerns saying that we would make it work. But how? There was no surf. I was quickly becoming agitated. But I hid it well. However, I did see a sign of hope off the rock cropping between 17th and 16th Street. There appeared to be a wave about knee high hitting a newly formed sandbar out there and peeling off into the inside. Brian Nevins who has been to every one of these events has always said “There’s always waves on HIT THE BEACH.” That may be true, but this year? It did not look good.



I went through the usual formalities of greeting everyone and then gave my opening speech.
And as I cast the veterans and the volunteers out into the surf something remarkable happened. As the vets hit the water, the tide had just turned and like someone had waved a magic wand over the beach, waves started to appear. Granted they were not big waves or anything remotely big. But, they were thigh high with an occasional waist high. In other words, it was perfect  for HIT THE BEACH. At one point I was standing with Nevins in the water shooting photos when we both saw a vet ride a wave all the way outside to the very inside. “That’s the longest ride I have ever seen at HIT THE BEACH. And I agreed with him. Because it was true.

And if you don’t believe me watch the video. You will see guys and girls riding some of the longest rides since we started this thing some 16 years ago. *Photo above by Brian Nevins.

Suffice it to say, we not only made this day happen, but we made it happen on a real positive note. For me? I will look back on this day and remember the waves and the rides for sure, but more than that, I will remember seeing all four of the local surf shops working together. CINNAMON RAINBOWS, SUMMER SESSIONS, ZAPSTIX, and *PIONEERS. I know that Pioneers is no longer a shop, but the man behind Pioneers is still very active in all the local happenings. Steve O’Hara is a huge part of our surf community and always will be. His big heart is hard to match, and when I watch him summer after summer at SURFING WITH SMILES and HIT THE BEACH he takes on some of the most severely injured/wounded vets and puts smiles on their faces.

Brian Nevins and his son Eli.

And the same is true for the other shops and their owners. From Dave Cropper of Cinnamon Rainbows to the McGill brothers from Summer Sessions, and Mike “Zappy” Paugh from Zapstix. All of them working together for these wounded vets and putting smiles on their faces. 
My top three Beach Captains; Lenny Nichols, Kevin Grondin, and Tony Berardini have done year after year of organizing the Volunteers to keep the participants moving in and out of the water. And to all those volunteers who keep coming year after year. Taking time off from work and their families to be there. I can’t thank you all enough. Thank you to all the photographers, Brian Nevins, Chris Carragher, Erica Nardone, Cory Fatello, Max Fatello, and a big thanks to Martha Lardent for the incredible drone footage.

And speaking of thanking. I would be remiss if I didn’t thank the Queen of HIT THE BEACH, Sheila Nudd and her husband Bobby. Sheila has been a gift to the Seacoast since day one. I call her the Queen of Hit The Beach. Sheila and Bobby are the best. As are all the others who donate and offer their services. Joe Gangi of FRESH VALLEY Foods, NH Parks & Recreation, the Hampton Lifeguards, The Hampton Fire Department (flying the large garrison flag over the wall. The Hampton Police Department, and the Hampton Police Association with Steve Henderson. Thank you Seacoastonline’s Aqeel Hisham for the great story online. Thank you Michael Taylor who planted the seed in my ear back in 2008.

And finally, a big thanks to my brother and sister members of AMERICAN LEGION POST 35. From CDR Berk Bennett to CSM Barvenik, to Joe, Jimmy, Butch, Ftizy, Chris, Paul, Pat, Suzanne, and Bruce. I love you guys with all my heart and soul. My heart will always be with POST 35.

Until we all meet again, winter well my brothers and sisters in arms, And we will see you on the beach in 2025. And don't worry, there's always surf on the HIT THE BEACH Day!

"SURFING HEALS ALL WOUNDS"

Ed O'Connell was one of the most loved surf photographers in New England. A US ARMY Vietnam Veteran who saved the lives of so many ARMY Grunts in Nam in 68-69 as a Medic on board those Dust Off Hueys. He was a close and dear friend of mine.

When he passed on July 1st, 2014 I swore I'd keep his memory and legacy alive by giving him this weekly corner. He loved surfing and he loved taking photos of all the surfers. Not just those who could really stand out. He shot every one. As long as I shall live and breathe the salt air, there will be a corner dedicated to Ed.

ED'S CORNER September 1st, 2024



This was our first Hit The Beach. 16 years ago in 2008. Some of the Legion members are no longer with us. And of course Ed himself is not with us anymore. But he was there from 2008 to 2013. Five years worth. I think about him every year. He really enjoyed being there. After all he was an Army medic. Ed saved a lot of lives in Vietnam. I miss you brother. Photo by Ed O'Connell
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GO SEE THIS AWESOME DOCUMENTARY ON A TRUE LEGEND OF NEW ENGLAND SURFING and SKATEBOARDING. SID IS GOING TO BE THERE IN PERSON.



The joys of doing surf art is seeing the smiles on the faces of those who are on the receiving end. You have to really be a surfer to appreciate surf art. Pete and Noelle are a surf family.

Some of my closest friends in the world. These guys are there for every single HIT THE BEACH Day. I can always count on them. Dave Cropper, Lenny Nichols, and Markey J. Missing from this group is Kevin and Tony who were no doubt working the event and making sure things run smoothly.


Ryan McGill from Summer sessions was having himself a great day. It was so cool seeing Ryan and his brother working alongside, Dave Cropper from Cinnamon Rainbows, Mike Paugh from Zapstix, and Stevie O'Hara from Pioneers.



This is this coming Friday. The good news is, the sun will be shining (it was a full on Nor'easter last year complete with rain and wind) the bad news is, the surf is not going to be very good.
I'd rather have surf and rain than sun and no surf. But that's just me. I just hope there's something to ride for them.
Lord please send us waves.

*Photos above by Brian Nevins.

Four Days of HURRICANE ERNESTO
August 18th, 19th, and 20th, 2024

We all should have known better when NOAA predicted an extraordinary Atlantic hurricane season back in May. Should have, but we didn’t. I admit, I was one of those believers. I thought, “Damn this is gonna be one hell of a hurri season. I better buy extra batteries.” So here we are mid-August when the first real tropical swells reached our shores. Hurricane Ernesto was looking pretty promising.

As per usual, the crew were scrambling prior to Ernesto showing up to figure out where and when would be the best spots to hit. Some of them wanted to go south, while others wanted to go further north. Turns out those who chose to head north, scored the biggest and the best. Once I heard that Nevins opted for the Northern trek it was pretty much a given that Nova Scotia was the call.

I have to admit, I got a little melancholy thinking of my younger days when we would chase those Tropical storms and Hurricanes from New England to Nova Scotia. Driving all night long to those distance points and reefs and hitting the surf just as the sun was coming up. With zero sleep we’d surf all day, then camp out and surf the remnants the following days. But alas, those days are behind me now. I’m not complaining, because those who stayed and waited got three days of Ernesto. Three head high and better days at that. And…we got warm water.

The water temps had some of the boys trunking it. That’s right. Sans rubber. Surfing like we were from the Carolinas and Florida. Rash guards and trunks. As you can imagine, Northern New England isn’t exactly a troppo destination. So it made me smile when I saw Perry Reynolds out in his trunks flying across sections and just surfing as loose as one can get when you leave the rubber at home. Yup, Ole Ernesto brought the best of these summer like conditions.

So, we had three consecutive days of decent surf. There’s always gonna be those jaded surfers who complain about the surf no matter what. At one point I overheard a bunch of 20 somethings complaining about the lack of power in these glassy overhead lines pouring down the point.
“Hey, this is the first real swell we’ve had all summer. Wake up the f**k up and snap out of it. Those are perfect summer waves. Get your asses out there!” (Below Perry Reynolds on Sunday DAY I).



And they did. DAY I was probably the best of the three. Only because of the oily glass conditions. The smooth faces with little to no wind made for some radical carving from their pent-up aggression. The standouts on DAY I were Crowley Gentile and Perry Reynolds. Both were clearly enjoying what Ernesto brought.

On DAY II Ryan Jackson, Josh Cote, Toby Parke, and Mr Eveready Bunny himself, Kevin “DOC” Grondin all made short work of the shifty peaks at the Hill. Though there was some excitement when a “shark” appeared slightly off to the left of the line-up. Of course any mention of sharks is fodder for everybody and their brother to chime in. And did they chime in.



We all know there’s sharks out there. Photo by Tom Barrett (who was standing next to me).

In fact, every year when I run the Wounded Warriors HIT THE BEACH event at the Wall I give a little speech. “If you’re wondering if there are sharks out there, here’s what I want you to do. Walk down to the water’s edge, stick your finger in the water and taste it. If it’s salty? There’s your answer.” BAM! Then I always follow it up with. “However, should any of you get bitten by a shark or God forbid, killed by one? Next year at this very spot there will be a bronze plaque with your name and face engraved on it .” All the vets would laugh, while some of the civilian onlookers would be aghast. “Oh my God I can’t believe he would say that.” Ha ha. It’s all in good fun.

I wish I had a better photo of the fin. But this is all I have.

The funny thing is, as I was walking away from the point and heading back to my vehicle a gaggle of 12 to 13yr old groms were heading down to the point. I stopped them to show the pic of the shark fin. They were all bugged eyed. “Where was it?” one of them asked. “Right where you’re all heading.” I answered. They laughed and giggled, but not a single one of them turned away. I laughed at the thought of these young groms purposely heading out to catch some waves after being shown a photo of a shark fin at the exact spot they were gonna surf. If only their parents knew. I laughed to myself. Man, we surfers are a unique tribe of individuals. 



Tyler McGill on Day II of Ernesto.



Ryan Jackson on Day I of Ernesto.

Later that night on DAY II Dougie “FRESH” Wright flew in from Hawaii to catch this swell. I got a nice video clip of his first wave where he proceeded to drop in late and punch off the bottom and hit the lip with a wicked vertical snap. He followed up with a clean 360 and ended up getting a nice little head dip. Welcome home Dougie.

On DAY III the call was The WALL. It always ends up at the 2 miles stretch of cement and surf. I love The Wall. Shit, everybody loves the wall. And The Wall was firing. I just so happened to turn my lens down towards 8th Street when I caught this one longboarder grab his rail and pull in under this pitching lip. I thought to myself “That guy knows what he’s doing.” About 20 minutes later I looked down the sidewalk and saw that my son Max was walking away from the opening of 8th Street. Then I put two and two together. That was Mackey. He’s been out of the water for 6 months due to a reconstructive surgery on his knee. He had surfed the Rocks on DAY I riding a soft top but didn’t alert me. And this morning he slipped out to grab a few and cruise in the pocket. He looked genuinely happy as anyone could be to be out of the water for 6-9 months.

On DAY IV I got a text from my buddy Tony who said it was still waist high and that there was only one guy out. Damn. I knew I was going out somewhere on this day, but that report just made my decision much easier. Within seconds of Tony’s text, Johnny Meehan weighed in. “Sootin up.” BAM! That’s all I needed to see. I got in my 3/2 threw Big Black in the back of my JEEP and I was off. I turned the first corner and saw that there was indeed still waves. By the time I go to Tony’s it was clearly evident.

The last gasps of Ernesto was making one final stand.

The surf looked better than waist high and for a brief moment, I thought I should turn around and go home to get my cameras. And when I saw Johnny take off  on a head high right and just zip across the reef? I couldn’t believe my luck. It was just Johnny and Eric out there. I couldn’t wax my board fast enough. The sun was shining brightly with nary a cloud in sight. And the light offshore winds were ideal. I was going to be surfing Ernesto in perfect conditions.

I paddled out and got to the lineup and greeted JIM and Eric and lo and behold a set popped up on the reef as Johnny and I both swung on the wave. Johnny went right and I went left. As I dropped in and got to the bottom, I hit my turn, grabbed a rail and leaned into this open pocket. The lip hit me in the neck (I can still feel it a week later). Whoa what a first wave that was. The session ended up having two more surfers paddle out. Transplant Kyle who lives out west, and Chris Grippo. Chris was celebrating 25 years of marriage on this day.

For the next hour and a half we all shared some really fun waves. It was so much fun.

I was secretly hoping that Tony who is still on the IR list would be snapping a few pics. That was not the case. He was still under the weather from his recent bout with Covid. And so no photos exist of that semi magical session. A part of me wishes I did shoot  a few, while the surfer in me was totally satisfied with me just surfing. Besides, Johnny kept saying “Just surf.” So I did. Johnny and I did split a few more peaks together and it was a great session.

I had to leave to attend a veterans luncheon. As I hit the beach I looked back and saw Johnny on yet another spinning right hander, So my session ended the same way it started. Watching Johnny get a nice right.  I smiled as I headed to my vehicle. Before I left I picked up a piece of driftwood. It now lays next to the dog pen. It’s my only memento of this day surfing. 

Johnny and the boys were stoked. I was stoked. And all of us who got a piece of Ernesto were equally stoked.

So gracias senor Ernesto. Tell your brother and sister hurricanes to come visit us in the Live Free Or Die State, Or as I call it…SURF FREE OR DIE. 

“SURFING HEALS ALL WOUNDS.” 

This? This is beyond disgraceful. Especially coming off the heels of his Congressional Medal Of Honor Snafu last week. I swear, he has no decency. Posing with your thumbs up at Arlington National Cemetery? He claims the 13 servicemen died because of Biden's disastrous pullout. There is some truth to that. But the bigger truth is, Trump is the one who set that deadline. He was the one who negotiated a deal with the Taliban. Trump not Biden. There's no question that Biden miffed the final days, but make no mistake about it. It was Trump who set that deadline.



Rumor has it that CAPTAIN RALPH is coming back. Say what?
Yup. I ran it for 25 years and then Duffy took it over. I'm happy to say that with my 5 grandkids living nearby, the magic of Surf Family Robinson in our family has returned. The same madcap adventures await those with an active imagination.
I think Albert Einstein said it best. "Imagination is more important than knowledge."



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The book that I have been writing the last 100 years or so. The book will be out long after I hit my 20th Year Anniversary of this Blog. And that will be double the reason to celebrate. BOOK and BLOG. And YES, there will be a book signing. And I will let you all know in advance, where and when. The book will be available in both hard cover and soft cover on AMAZON, BARNES & NOBLE, INGRAM, GOOGLE BOOKS, and KOBO PUBLISHING.

Most of my close friends have heard some of these stories first hand. But trust me, with over 100 stories, there's a handful that none of you have ever heard. It's true. Be patient my friends. It's all coming in October/November of 2024.



SID IS GOING TO BE THERE IN PERSON. Don't miss it.



I'm not sure if this is a match made in heaven, or a match made in the Twilight Zone. RFK has dropped out of the race and has thrown his support over to DJT. You know, you can't make this shit up. I do know that Bobby Jr's wife is not happy about it. Cheryl Hines from Curb Your Enthusiasm is beside herself. And not for nothing here, but Ole Khaliddy has gotten himself betwixt these two loose cannons and he don't look too happy about it.
Damn you Sheiky, why you always sticking your nose in places you shouldn't be? I know I know, The GITMO GAZETTE.

And so my friends, please take advantage of this weekly photo shop of the mastermind who planned 9-11 and resulted in the deaths of 3,000 innocent civilians by KSM (Khalid Sheik Mohammed). *Note to self -must pick up a a stuffed Bear Cub head and a Whale's Head too at Home Depot this week.

PLEASE KEEP Karen Evans in your thoughts and prayers. Karen and her immediate family at the beach. Karen is currently battling FTD (Frontotemporal Dementia) a result of damage to neurons in the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain. She's doing remarkably well in dealing with this condition. The Evans have been local icons here for as long as I can remember. All the Surf Families are in full support of Rick, Karen, Matt, Megan and Nick and baby Luka, and of course Mikel. Sending your positive thoughts and prayers to Karen and the family are welcome.

GET WELL Kim Grondin! We all LOVE You!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jaiden Ciarmataro September 4th, 2024!
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KEEP FIGHTING Robert Gerard! You Got This Brother!
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SOMEWHERE ON THE SHORES OF MY PAST. CALEY WOULD WAIT FOR ME WHENEVER I PADDLED OUT, SHE WAS A LOYAL COMPANION. AND I MISS HER. 1974-1989
I remember first seeing this footage and nit warmed my heart. She would pace up and down the beach and greet every single surfer as she waited for me to come in. And most times I surfed here it was nasty out. But what a great dog to do that. She lived to be 15. Caley Brentwood Snow.
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I kept a daily Blog on my CATCH A WAVE FOR MOLLY surf campaign, when I surfed every single day for 365 consecutive days. Click on the Banner above to read entries of my daily journey. There's some really interesting and true experiences
that happened during that year. Some of which are to this day, unexplainable. Some are just mind blowing. But all true.

I started on July 26th, 2010 and ended on July 26th, 2011.

Some rainy Sunday, pour yourself a cup and go through the journal. Pay close attention to the month of May in 2011. Read that month and let me know what you think of that. Be forewarned it will change you forever.

All photos taken this week unless otherwise noted.

Today- HIT THE BEACH. Friday August 23rd, 2024.
Photos by RALPH



(Above) Such a great day for everyone. HTB August 23rd, 2024.
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(Above) One of the highlights. HTB Friday August 23rd, 2024.
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(Above) This is the reason why I posted the YESTERDAY photo of my old dog Caley. Matt and Linnie surfing at HTB August 23rd, 2024.
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(Above) Nobody puts on a better show than Oscar. Check out the clump of kelp on his face and head. HTB August 23rd, 2024.
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(Above) This says it all. Successful mission HTB August 23rd, 2024.
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TODAY-HIT THE BEACH. Friday August 23rd, 2024.
Photos by Brian Nevins

(Above) The waves came together just as Brian said they would.
HTB August 23rd, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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(Above) This man is one of my favorite people on the planet. Jerry lost both hands in Vietnam in 1967 and he has been to every one of these. God Bless you Jerry.
HTB August 23rd, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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(Above) I love this shot of Stevie and Jerry. HTB August 23rd, 2024. Photo by RALPH *Click on the photo above to see the whole gallery

(Above) The most stoked veteran on the beach year after year. Oscar.
HTB August 23rd, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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(Above) This is what STOKE looks like. The combined efforts of these surfers getting her to stand up and ride this wave was awesome to witness. HTB August 23rd, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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TODAY-HIT THE BEACH. Friday August 23rd, 2024.
Photos by Cory Fatello




(Above) The waves came up when the vets hit the water. We were not
going to be denied. HTB August 23rd, 2024. Photo by Cory Fatello
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(Above) Throwing out the Shakas. HTB August 23rd, 2024.
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(Above) I love these team photos. HTB August 23rd, 2024.
Photo by Cory Fatello
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(Above) They bring their families, so it's a fun day at the beach for them all. Photo by Cory Fatello
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(Above) This is Jerry coming in hot. He loves to go fast.
HTB August 23rd, 2024. Photo by Cory Fatello
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TODAY-HIT THE BEACH. Friday August 23rd, 2024.
Photos by Chris Carragher



(Above) This guys looks scary. HTB August 23rd, 2024.
Photo by Chris Carragher
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(Above) Those beach wheelchairs are awesome. HTB August 23rd, 2024.
Photo by Chris Carragher
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(Above) That's Stevie pointing out to that sandbar that had a nice setup. HTB August 23rd, 2024. Photo by Chris Carragher
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TODAY-ERNESTO DAY I Sunday August 18th, 2024.
Photos by RALPH



(Above) Crowley cutting glass on Day I Ernesto.
Sunday August 18th, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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(Above) Brian BMO Morse Day I Ernesto.
Sunday August 18th, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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(Above) Perry Reynolds sans wetsuit. Day I Ernesto.
Sunday August 18th, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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I love Erica's whimsical Gull art. So cool and unique.

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(Above) Ryan Jackson Day I Ernesto.
Sunday August 18th, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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(Above) Pete Rizzo Day I Ernesto.
Sunday August 18th, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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TODAY-ERNESTO DAY II Monday August 19th, 2024.
Photos by RALPH

(Above) There were still waves on Day II Ernesto.
Monday August 19th, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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(Above) Kevin "DOC" Grondin Day II Ernesto.
Monday August 19th, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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(Above) Toby Parke Day II Ernesto.
Monday August 19th, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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(Above) Tyler McGill digging in on Day II Ernesto.
Monday August 19th, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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TODAY-ERNESTO DAY III Tuesday August 20th, 2024.
Photos by RALPH

(Above) Max Fatello testing out his knee on Day III Ernesto.
Tuesday August 20th, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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(Above) Unknown driving south on Day III Ernesto.
Tuesday August 20th, 2024. Photo by RALPH
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Today- Dina Crawford's DINALAND. ERNESTO DAY III
Tuesday August 20th, 2024. Photos by Dina Crawford

(Above) The waves always seem greener and cleaner down there.
Tuesday August 20th, 2024. Photo by Dina Crawford
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(Above) And sometimes they seem hollower. Day III Ernesto
Tuesday August 20th, 2024. Photo by Dina Crawford
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(Above) See what I mean? Or am I just imagining it? ERNESTO Day III.
Tuesday August 20th, 2024. Photo by Dina Crawford
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Today- Bob Costanzo ERNESTO DAY II
Monday August 19th, 2024. Photos by Bob Costanzo



(Above) Brian BMO Morse carving a slight S-turn on Day II Ernesto.
Monday August 19th, 2024. Photo by Bob Costanzo
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(Above) Brian Avantes heel turn. Brian gets more than his fair share of waves out there. He's one of those surfers who always seem to be in the right place at the right time. Day II Ernesto.
Monday August 19th, 2024. Photo by Bob Costanzo
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(Above) Eddie Traniello is surfing in the WRV Outer Banks Pro this weekend. Good luck Eddie Summer 2024. Photo c/o E. Traniello
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(Above) Me checking the surf conditions at HTB 8-23-24.
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(Above) All Rise: The 10th Street District Court Of Surf is Now in Session. The Honorable Judge RALPH presiding. Case # 777 BLATANT DROP IN OF THE WEEK. Click the image above to see the outcome of this Surf Crime and the verdict that was rendered.
Photo by RALPH
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This is what happens if you are found GUILTY. You become invisible.

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I see waves later this week

I'm picking September 9th, 2024 as the best of the 2 weeks!

September 1st, 2024

"Could this be the signs of the next month or two. Broken boards from Massive Hurricanes? One can only hope."

(ABOVE) I really don't wish this on anyone, but this board was snapped in two on the first day of Ernesto. Lets hope we get more storms this next month. Sunday August 18th, 2024. Photo by RALPH



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