sama: April 2010

People always ask what SAMA means. It started as kind of a joke. It was a sleeting, snowy day in early December. My friend and I were surfing a swell in Grand Haven. I looked over at him knowing we were supposed to both be at pre-Christmas family functions soon, and said "We are like Self Absorbed Michigan Adventurers." That kind of stuck, and like many of our friends we have a common passion for outdoor sports in Michigan, and we go out in any weather to get our sessions. He replied "Ya, SAMA!"

So it was born, the SAMA logo was fashioned by another like minded surfer friend from Grand Haven. SAMA is for all of you year round Michiganders and vacationers who know, love, and respect all the outdoor activities there are to do in Michigan. No matter the weather you will find us us out enjoying all the benefits of our unique freshwater paradise.

Friday, April 9, 2010

Spring Break Swell

We always seem to get that cold front over spring break. This year was the first time in a while I stayed home for break, and so far I have been very pleased with all the kiting, mt. biking, surfing, and chillin we have been able to do right here at home. Here are few photos of yesterday's swell. Not to mention this was my new mini simmons christening surf session. I think this board has karma to bring such nice waves for its first time out. It performed beautifully!

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Experiments in Hydrodynamic Planning Hulls

Enter the FGGL (Friendly Ghost of the Great Lakes). I just got this little dude from Justin the other day. It looks awesome! I am so pumped to get it out in the water. Hopefully, we can score some surf tomorrow or Thursday. I hate to wax it just yet, it looks so cool!