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It's been a nice break since J-Bay. The waves were good there. Next we're off to Bali and then California before coming home to Europe for France and Spain.

Half way through summer, been thinking about winter. Can't wait.

It's been a busy summer. I was out in California for Nationals, then went up to Oregon for a week with one of my other sponsors. 

Swell's been bumping bru. Some of the best waves on tour all year at J-Bay. The boys have been ripping. There's more swell on the way, which is good. Headed to Bali in a few days, but definitely enjoying being home for now. Cheers.

Hard work's been paying off. I was really stoked on results in the South Pacific, and J-Bay was good too. I can't wait for Bali. 

The past few months I have been traveling to competitions, juggling media appearances and training. I have to admit, sometimes it is hard to fly 14 hours  after a competition then get on another plane and participate in photo shoots. Thank god for business class and upgrades. But the cool part is what comes out of the photo shoots and interviews. Recently a writer from the New York Times came down to Peru to interview me and the check out the
surf scene here in Punta Hermosa and Moncora. I was so stoked on the article and to see Peru and our surf culture represented in such a positive way. As a Peruvian I am proud of my country and even more proud of all the surfers and people coming from around the world to surf the amazing waves of Peru. So thanks NYT!

Also, Tu Ciudad Magazine recently featured me on the cover the May Issue. It was cool to be featured with other Latin athletes who are pursuing their dreams in sports.  Though it could not have been any colder the day we shot, the crew at Tu Ciudad was fun and cool to work with. More exposure for the sport I love. Now go surf!"

This was a cool day at my home beach in Punta Hermosa, Peru. Red Bull created a contest for 25 girls between the ages of 10 and 16 to come out to the beach and paint a blank surfboard shaped canvas, with the hopes of me choosing their design.  I was overwhelmed by the preparation many of the girls did before they arrived, they had their designs planned out on paper and they were working so hard.  It was difficult to pick a winning design because they were all so good and creative.

Just getting back to Peru after a couple months in Australia. I was really stoked to start the year off good there. The win at Snapper was just a great way to start the year. And then to get second at Bells, it takes a lot of pressure off. It's a long year and there's a lot that can happen. All of the girls are surfing really good, but I think all the training I did in the off season is pay off. My boards feel good, and I feel good. Gotta run for now, but see you in Brazil for the next event.

I’ve been on Maui for the last 10 days and it has been going mental. The winter finally made the turn and the waves have been sick every day. I haven’t been able to stay awake past 9:30 for days. It feels good to finally be beat from surfing. Also, I've got my annual Menehune Mayhem contest coming up for the groms, so we've got that to look forward to. It's always a good time and the kids are stoked. More later.

We are coming towards the end of a 12-day, non-stop Pipeline free surfing dream.  It's been fun with some serious moments at The Pipeline. A few of my friends got hurt. Mark Healey broke his left knee cap and fractured his right heel. The day after Jason Shibata and Fred Patachia fell victim to Pipe's hungry, no-mercy reef.  All three incidents resulted with the boys needing help up the beach and on the sidelines to heal up. I've had a few fun waves in the process. I've been riding a 7'8 quad. We had a 18ft swell on Thurs and I towed Phantoms with Troy Alotis my Hawaii tow partner and mentor.  Throughout the day Sean Davey and Eric Ippel hovered above us in a white chopper capturing Jamie O'Brien and I bagging a few fun ones.There's more swell on the way on Tuesday, but the boogie boarders have their event running this coming week. Second options may find me paddling Phantoms or Rock Piles. The winter has definently turned for the better. Lets hope the swells keep the momentum.