Costa Rica: The Growing Skim Circuit
The Costa Competition Circuit
Skimboarding in Costa Rica has a broad base of popularity, with a competitive arena that continues to grow at a committed pace. The Circuit, known as the Association of Skim Costa Rica, boasts nearly 5,000 Instagram followers and an impressive bank of industry sponsors.
![Costa Rica Skim](https://wavezoneskim.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Costa-1-1024x929.jpg)
The 2019 Circuit Hit Several Towns
Playa de Coco
The vibe was upbeat, waves were small and fun. The Asociación Deportiva de Skimboard pur (Skimboard Sports Association) created a video edit that truly captured the enthusiasm of the event.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03zT4YpzVdA
Puntarenas
Attended by competitors and groms alike, waves were fun despite a lot of debris in water. Some were tempted to board slide a log in the contest zone. Puntarenas is one of Costa Rica's major port towns along the pacific. Lots of tourist attractions and easy to walk around.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHyD2OUnxSg
Playa Hermosa
A noted Surf town, shore break was heavy and the competitors agressive in their manuevers. Wave Zone Team Rider, Mario Perez Cortez, snapped his board air dropping a heavy section. The event was held near Bowies Point (a well known restaurant).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEgJJmrAj68&t=60s
Playa Flamingo
Waves were smooth and consistent and the weather was great. A lot to choose from and riders captured both opportunities near shore and also out farther for a wide range of performance.
Puerto Caldera
Small waves and a rainy day. Fun vibe despite the disappointing conditions.
Playa Prieta
Jesse Waves were near perfect at about 3-4 foot on shore. Riders truly performed well across the board.
![Mario Perez Cortez Skim](https://wavezoneskim.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/coasta-2-1024x686.jpg)
The 2020 series is already underway with much to look forward to!
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