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Your Trip Doesn’t Have to End (Or Begin) at Kalon At Kalon Surf, our weeks run from Saturday to Saturday – however, sometimes our guests stay a night or two more in Costa Rica and wonder what would be great places to stay at. We have made a list of our top 5 Hotels in Costa Rica depending on the amount of night you would need or want of course. Kjeld & me (Silene) have visited them all ourselves, to make sure you will enjoy them and are at the
Kelly Slater Designs Surfboards : Banana In the previous post we discussed the Kelly Slater Designs Sci-Fi model; let’s look into the Banana now (the one that Kelly surfed at his famous pool wave session! None of these boards feature a conventional stringer, rather, they all have a strip of a 0.75” (18 mm) wide aerospace composite that runs down the centreline of the board. Like several other FireWire surfboards, they have used the Linear Flex Technology (LFT) and it’s pretty awesome (boards hardly break anymore at Kalon). And as Stabmag notes,
Kelly Slater Designs Surfboards : Sci-Fi If you follow the World Surf League (WSL) you will have undoubtedly heard of Stu Kennedy’s incredible performance in the first WSL comp of the year at Snapper. Needless to say, with Firewire Surfboards being our partner, and with that Kelly Slater Designs, we couldn’t be more proud to have his incredible talent finally recognized and for all of the well deserved attention it has gotten him. He is a hard worker, a fierce and level-headed competitor, dedicated family man and all around great
Our Firewire Guide Part 1 It is always difficult to find out what kind of your board you should buy, we always advise our guests on which board should be suitable for their level or area based on their desires and goals. However, if you are interested to compare some options and have an even more ‘objective’ advice – check out the FireWire / Kelly Slater Designs board and volume calculator here: Firewire Surfboards: Volume Calculator Board Selector From Firewire directly: “The volume calculator, developed in partnership with BoardFormula.com, generates
We are happy to announce that Kalon Surf will be carrying the Slater Designs eco traction pads – in line with our ongoing commitment to sustainable business practices: In keeping with Kelly’s commitment to sustainability, Slater Designs collaborated with BLOOM Foam to develop the most eco-friendly traction pad on the market today. This innovative partnership reflects a growing demand for sustainable surfing products, aligning perfectly with the ecoluxury travel trends in 2023. By prioritizing environmentally responsible materials, Slater Designs not only enhances performance but also supports the movement toward eco-conscious
How To Pick The Right Surfboard for You As Interia.com stated: “Volume (width x length x depth) is now seen as a primary contribution in establishing the best board for a surfer. However, other factors, such as age, ability of the rider and the type of wave they regularly surf, are necessary factors to take into consideration when shaping and choosing the right board.” And the calculator of our partner Firewire states: “A 3-Tiered Approach: The VOLUME CALCULATOR will produce suggestions for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced surfers. If a suggestion
Hot Off the Presses Altos de Miramar, Costa Rica – Kalon Surf, Costa Rica’s premiere luxury surf coaching resort, has just announced a brand new partnership with Firewire Surfboards. As the leading surf coaching luxury hotel in the country, Kalon is always looking to align with other like-minded companies that focus on shared principles of sustainability, quality, and creative ingenuity. As Firewire Surfboards is the leading focused surfboard company in the world for sustainable, durable, and innovative designs, the partnership should bring value to both companies—and most importantly, to customers.
Paradise? We have found it:Jungle, Primary Rainforest, Mountains, Untouched & Uncrowded Beaches and Breaks. And with a water temp of 78F/27C and year round outside temperature of 82-88F/29-33C, we believe we have really have found paradise. Here, we can immerse ourselves in nature’s wonders, away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, allowing for true relaxation and rejuvenation. As we explore this hidden gem, we also realize the benefits of maintaining a blog, as it allows us to document our adventures, share experiences with others, and inspire fellow travelers
Kalon Surf Luxury Resort Costa Rica is all about offering a beautiful surf camp experience in Costa Rica for our guest that work hard
It’s no secret that Americans are hard workers. And, if you’re an executive-level employee for a major (or even minor) company in the States, it
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