Chasing Waves: From Nosara to Byron Bay
I quit my tech job to surf for 14 months. Here's what I learned about waves—and myself.
Chasing Waves: From Nosara to Byron Bay
I quit my tech job in 2023. What started as "a few months off" became 14 months of wave-hunting.
Costa Rica: The Warm-Up
Nosara almost ruined me for everywhere else. Consistent waves, warm water, no wetsuit. I surfed dawn patrol, worked remotely from a café, then hit sunset sessions.
The spot: Playa Guiones Best months: April-May
Australia: The Reality Check
Byron Bay humbled me. Australian surfers are fast. The Pass is crowded and localized. But that struggle made me better.
The Truth
Costa Rica is easier—forgiving waves, mellow vibe. Australia will push you—harder waves, competitive lineups.
The best wave is the one you're on. Stop planning, start paddling.
