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LBsup

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Fun waves but Soloshot Not
« on: May 08, 2019, 01:18:59 PM »
A lot of closeouts today with the swell direction but caught some fun waves unfortunately the soloshot stopped tracking me.   Usually, I jog back and forth on the beach and watch the soloshot track me before paddling out.  I got distracted by the guy in the beginning of the video.  He walked up and told me he used to surf these beaches in the 60's.  In 1968 he purchased a 9'6 Greg Noll for $110 and still has it besides some pressure dents its in good condition.  He wanted to know the boards value?  Nice guy.
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Re: Fun waves but Soloshot Not
« Reply #1 on: May 08, 2019, 01:42:50 PM »
Enjoyed watching you surfing those fun waves.

Thanks for sharing the video.
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Re: Fun waves but Soloshot Not
« Reply #2 on: May 08, 2019, 02:21:49 PM »
The main reason why I haven't bought a SoloShot is all the reviews saying that it doesn't always work. It's a great idea. I'm surprised more companies aren't making them.

I really don't see why the SoloShot comes with a camera. It just makes the unit more expensive. You should be able to mount any camera on it.
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Re: Fun waves but Soloshot Not
« Reply #3 on: May 08, 2019, 03:53:32 PM »
The main reason why I haven't bought a SoloShot is all the reviews saying that it doesn't always work. It's a great idea. I'm surprised more companies aren't making them.

I really don't see why the SoloShot comes with a camera. It just makes the unit more expensive. You should be able to mount any camera on it.
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Re: Fun waves but Soloshot Not
« Reply #4 on: May 09, 2019, 11:26:55 AM »
Nice LB!

Im going to shoot you a PM- Where I was yesterday was prefect reeling rights not far from where you were.  Its one of the places people flock to when its Due East Swell.  You are right- your spot is tough with that direction.

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Re: Fun waves but Soloshot Not
« Reply #5 on: May 09, 2019, 12:50:43 PM »
Hey Mike,  I think your referring to a spot with the initials SH?  Hope you had a swell time!
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Re: Fun waves but Soloshot Not
« Reply #6 on: May 09, 2019, 12:56:28 PM »
Nice LB!

Im going to shoot you a PM- Where I was yesterday was prefect reeling rights not far from where you were.  Its one of the places people flock to when its Due East Swell.  You are right- your spot is tough with that direction.
Sorry, I should have read your PM first before posting my previous comment.  I’m an idiot.  I used to go there infrequently back in my regular surfing days but now I stick to minimal crowds as much as possible.  Glad you scored.
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Re: Fun waves but Soloshot Not
« Reply #7 on: May 09, 2019, 06:45:37 PM »
Nice. Northeast coast seems to be pretty consistent.

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Re: Fun waves but Soloshot Not
« Reply #8 on: May 10, 2019, 03:42:38 AM »
Nice. Northeast coast seems to be pretty consistent.
It has been a very unsettled spring weather wise, cooler than usual.  A lot of waves also a lot of wind issues but I can’t complain.  More waves in the forecast.
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Re: Fun waves but Soloshot Not
« Reply #9 on: May 10, 2019, 09:16:56 AM »
sat and tues am contain hope

sat small, tues bigger

19 has been disappointing round here
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Re: Fun waves but Soloshot Not
« Reply #10 on: May 10, 2019, 12:05:27 PM »
sat and tues am contain hope

sat small, tues bigger

19 has been disappointing round here
But there’s been waves right just wind issues? 

I’m looking forward to tomorrow.
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