Not my pic but this is just a hint at wait we experienced. What an incredible experience. 10 gigantic Manta Rays swarming around you at 40 feet.Friday, 9 October 2009
The Big Island
Not my pic but this is just a hint at wait we experienced. What an incredible experience. 10 gigantic Manta Rays swarming around you at 40 feet.Saturday, 3 October 2009
Hawaii Last Couple of days
Kauai proved to be a much easier location for my bodyboarding career. Mokapu on Oahu, beat me down. A whole lot of paddling and diving for very few rides! Cocks roaming free on Kauai and some of what Oahu has to offer. Purposefully not documented here was the most romantic and totally hilarious set of Mai Tai's and Mojito's Bryan and I shared at the Beach House. Spectacular views and outstanding people watching. What is wrong with us??
Shipwreck Break in PoiPu proved to be a pretty good break.
Bryan and I blend right in with the gnarly pack of locals.
This is essentially what Bryan and I looked like carving the head high waves.
Spouting Horn blow hole near PoiPu.
Break at Mokapu. I assure you it was a lot tougher than it looks. I got really good at getting taken to pound town by a ton of ways.
Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor.
God Bless America.
Remnants of the ship.
Another radical day winding down in Waikiki.
Board racks at Waikiki.
North Shore, Hilo and Kona coming soon.
North Shore, Hilo and Kona coming soon.
Thursday, 1 October 2009
Hawaii Adventure 1 - Kauai
The day after arriving at BMacs we jetted over to Kawaii to hike the Kalalau Trail along the Napali Coast. 11 miles of climbing in and out of outrageous valleys. Insane time. Hiking the full 11 out in one 6 hour chunk definitely kicked my A*S!!
Here are some snaps.
Ready to embark, 50 lbs of gear to carry in. Here we go.
The trail looks a little ominous on the way in.
Bryan ready to go early on.
Packing in early on the trail.
Warnings about what to do with tidal water. This comes in handy during the Tsunami warning. Fortunately you had to watch really closely to notice it.
Short break on the way in. Gotta get to camp before dark.
Guava fruit.
Camp 1 in the Hanakoa Valley.
Hiked a couple miles back of trail to check out this giant waterfall.
The most refreshing swim EVER.
The trail cutting across a ridge.
Bryan takes a break next to one of the giant palms.
Look off in the distance. That beach is our destination.
Incredible.
Another stunning view.
The final leg in. We made it to the valley.
Another gorgeous stream to wash up and grab more drinking water.
Last break before the beach.
The beach we hiked all this way for.
Looking back at our campsite from the beach. The shower and running water supplied from above.
Camp Kalalau. Thanks for the hammock Kirbs!! Was an excellent bed under the stars!
Beautiful sunset on an isolated beach. For better or for worse it was with Mac.
One of several gorgeous streams. Filter water, wash up and cool down.
This is what is considered a trail. Notice the lack of places to walk. Nice little drop in to the ocean.
Absolutely crushed and in need of a little R&R after one of the many steep valley climbs.
Of course the dryest hottest day was saved for the long hike out.
We made it out. Sore feet, a little smellier and tired of peanut butter sandwiches.
Here are some snaps.
Sunday, 30 August 2009
La Playas de Espana
Art on the streets in the Old City.
Beach side Alicante.
At the turret at the top of Santa Barbara Castle.
Dr. Mac surveying Alicante from the castle.
Art shot of sun shining on the old Spanish architecture.
The alleys of Alicante.
Chug-a-lugski at the pool, thanks for the pizzas and plato de queso y jamon Lora.
Oh look a bunch of beautiful Euros pouting into the camera at our little Oasis in Alicante.
View from the pool deck at Hotel Roger De Flor. CCCP, damn Ruskies!
Hey, Hey Brandy... it's me... Orlando.
Sweet little swim spot in Lloret De Mar
Bridge at Park Guell.
Amazing construction of the walking bridge in the park.
Amazing tile work at Park Guell.
Amazing guitarists at the park.
Church at Park Guell. A crazy Gaudi outdoor environment.
La Sagrada De Familia. Famous Gaudi church, started in 1882, the structure is not scheduled to be completed until 2026.
Monument over the entrance of La Sagrada De Familia.
The last supper. Delicioso.
The sun sets on Barcelona and our trip. Adios, buenos noches Espana.
Wednesday, 10 June 2009
Open Water Scuba Certification
Got down to about 35 or 40 feet. Saw some crazy stuff they sank in the quarry and got attacked by some quarry fishes.
CERTIFIED Scuba now!!! Ready for some real diving!
Wednesday, 8 April 2009
Keeneland
View from just outside the dining room in the Grand Stand.
Megan and her moms strutting their stuff on the Paddock.
Some ponies warming up on the Paddock.
Up close and personal.
My horse Palmerstown warming up. Unfortunately, like every other horse that I bet on that day, 'ole #5 lost the race.
View from track side as the ponies cross the finish line.
More premium views.
Tuesday, 17 February 2009
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