Sumatran Surfariis - Surfing Indonesia: Mentawais, Telos, Hinakos, Nias, and beyond...

For those of you who are still convinced that there is an "off season" in the Mentawais, we humbly submit these photos. While this partner was stuck updating webpages while freezing cold storm surf loomed outside, Scuzz and the old salts were out enjoying themselves on the brief, but highly rewarding, "Three Princes Tour". These photos were taken on or around February 17, 2004, providing further evidence that it is quite possible to score incredible waves in the Mentawais with virtually nobody out. Similar opportunities are likely in the late season, so start blocking off your calendars.

When I first looked at this photo, I thought it was airbrushed or something. Look at the offshore wind and how perfect it is. Flawless, flawless, flawless - arrrghhh!

The only thing that quells my jealousy about this photo is making fun of Scuzz's haircut. But making fun can only carry me so far. Eraserhead, with truly a whopper of a yellow fin.

Just in case you thought the first shot was trick photography or something, here's a better look at the whole picture. Snap under the lip and stall, or go up hard and wham the crispy - take your pick. The canvas looks pretty wide open to me.

This is Mickey the eagle. Poor Mickey got hungry and had taken a hook from these local fishermen while they were trolling nearby. The fishermen kept Mickey on the boat for one week, while he waited (patiently, as you can see) to be rescued. After a little bribing with cigarettes and a little loose change, they set Mickey free. Must have been a good omen.

Whichever of the princes this is, I'm not sure he's deep enough. Step it up next time, ok Nancy Boy?

Ok, now I'm just getting frustrated. You've got to be kidding me. The aforementioned Eraserhead, pulling in cleanly, without a drop of water out of place.

Believe it or not, there are still a couple slots open for this early season on Afrika. There are more opportunities in the peak and late season, but they are going fast, so lock in your dates now. We hope to see you soon!

Terima Kasih!