3363 Ocean Front Walk: Thanksgiving

3363 Ocean Front Walk is the physical link in the lives of four individuals who crossed paths at the Mission Beach residence of Charles R. Magel, retired philosophy professor and animal rights pioneer.

Many days were spent surfing at dawn in front of the house, sharing waves, skating on the boardwalk, watching the sky change colors at sunset, and sharing vegetarian meals with the Professor.

The House, a classic San Diego beach shack built in 1954, had a living room view of the Pacific and breaking waves. It was a life-changing crossroad for many who entered its threshold and came to know Charley, discover yoga, vegetarianism, and a life-long relationship with the ocean.

The 92 year-old professor passed away, the old house has been demolished, and another piece of Mission Beach history has disappeared. Fortunately, the memories will be safe as well as a long lasting friendship forged by those wonderful days at the beach.

Monday, November 27, 2006

Thanksgiving

Mission Beach, Sunday morning.

We had great weather in San Diego for the holidays. The surf has been solid on Friday and fairly good the following days. Took my 6'3" out on Friday morning to surf the left hander shooting toward the cliffs at PB Point. Some powerful set came through early morning before the crowds spoilt the fun as usual. The board felt a bit short for the bigger sets (7-8 foot at times). Few lefts have been quite outstanding.
I paid a visit to 3363 Ocean Front Walk on Sunday morning, now just an empty lot. The surf was super fun with light off-shores and perfect peaks for quick take-offs; just a few guys out.
I took my 6'10'', although a shorter board would have been faster down the line; chest to shoulder high at best, perfect size fror MB. I had a blast.
I met with Kathy, Paul and Jaime on Friday. Took Jaime to the airport on his way back to Oregon.

3363 Ocean Front Walk

Monday, November 27, 2006

Thanksgiving

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