Let’s state the obvious here, this is one wave you’ll dream about forever and our crew is stoking to surf it. Chicama is best known for having the longest wave in the world, then you can mosey over to Pico Alto for one of the biggest waves in the world, not a bad place huh? Don’t even get us started on the food there, ceviche for days… Maybe not the “American Dream” but sure as heck the “Watermen Dream”.
We’ll land in Lima take a jumper flight to Trujillo, and by that time the froth sets in. Once we are in Trujillo we hitch a ride to Chicama, the trip usually takes around 45 minutes, give or take how hungry we are. Start the days off with some eggs and bacon, hop on the zodiac and surf until your thighs are too sore to move.
Why do we do this to our bodies? Why do we travel to the ends of the earth all for a wave? Honestly, I couldn’t tell you, but here at Watermen we are hooked on that feeling. That feeling of adventure and being in the ocean, and what better way to travel than with your favorite crew? Maybe we could do without Ryan, since he is notorious for snaking waves.
Next month’s newsletter will have some pictures from our trip. I imagine a few stories of mishap and casualties, more than anything tales of one of the best waves around the world. But for now, we will leave you at the edge of your seat wanting more…
The beach is full of people, tourists, locals, professionals, and true watermen. Tourists flood to the beach with cars and wagons piled high with ice chests, towels, chairs and huge umbrellas or shade tents. Tourists wear different clothes; they do different things and have different needs at the beach then the locals, professionals or true watermen. Tourists can be honeymooners, families full of kids, retirees, or tourist from different parts of the country or those from different counties. Each person is unique but they all have the same desires, a happy, safe, fun time at the beach. We have watched decades of people flock to the beach and in doing so have compiled a list of essentials for newbies and tourists heading to the beach.
1) Sunscreen
The number one essential is a great sunscreen. Sunscreen selections can be overwhelming. There are so many choices, UV factors, ingredients, spray-on vs. wipe-on, waterproof or not, and lotions vs. oils. Sunscreen can be a waste of money if it washes off immediately when you go in the water. Get a good sunscreen like SolRx. SolRX was voted best in its class. SolRX sunscreen is medical grade zinc based formula that goes on quick and will last 8 hours with one single application. SolRX sunscreen doesn’t clog the pores like some of the thick and greasy lotions and spray-ons. SolRX is recommended by dermatologists for those with acne or sensitive skin. It is both hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic. It protects baby soft skin as well as aging skin. It doesn’t run and burn the eyes when exposed to the water.
2) Retro Swim Trunks
So, you’re not into the classic board short, try retro swim trunks. Retro swim trunks offer 2 side-seam pockets with mesh gussets for stream lined water flow, so your pockets don’t fill with water and pull your trunks off. The mesh gussets also release air so you don’t get that big balloon look. There are different kinds of mesh liners, rough and brassy and the silky, soft Cool-Plus liners that take the Retro Swim trunks to the highest-level of comfort. The liners are ultra comfortable, supply super support and they wick away moisture, keeping you dry and high. The waist band is elastic and holds up in the waves.
3) Rashguards
Don’t take your kids to the beach in an old t-shirt. They fill with water and can drag your child down in the water. Cotton t-shirts stretch and tangle up in their legs make movement difficult. Sand slips in between the cotton woven fabric and causes terrible rashes on many parts of your child’s body. Rashguards are tightly woven, light weight, breathable, super quick drying beach shirts. Most provide UV protection and some give a rash free guarantee.
Kids also need other things such as swimsuits and hats. Check out the Jr. lifeguard selection of beach wear, it has everything needed to outfit children with top notch, high quality gear that is made to stay up, stay-on, and has UV protection built in.
4) Stingray Kit
There has been an influx of stingrays this year. Be sure to shuffle your feet while you are in the water. If stung get the person’s foot into very hot water immediately. Stingray kits are perfect and easy to use in such an emergency. The stingray kit contains everything you need to make sure the stung person goes without 6 hours of excruciating pain. The stingray kit is light weight and convenient to carry. Every parent should have one.
5) Hats
Besides a huge umbrella, you need shade to stop the sun from beating down on the top your head. A hat also helps block UV rays, as well as sand glare. We have a great selection of hats. They have a variety of comfortable baseball style hats with terrific beach logos. Check out the snapback, trucker and 5 panel style hats. If you want more protection try a Tonga hat, La Palapa hat or Guard Flex visor.
6) Sunglasses
Sunglasses are a personal choice. Make sure they wrap around your eyes and don’t leave areas in which the sun can sneak in and damage your eyes. Spend some money and get glasses that have both 400 UV protection and UVB protection. Polarized glasses reduce the glare coming off the asphalt, sand and water.
These essentials will ensure you have a fun, safe day at the beach. We strive to supply all beachgoers with the perfect gear for the beach.
As watermen, we are on a constant search for an endless summer. Whether your journey takes you to Southern California, the East Coast, Baja, Caribbean, Indonesia or Central America you are bound to encounter some toasty ocean water. The sun is brighter and more intense than ever before, making it important to stay protected and equipped in order to get the most out of every session. Wintertime water, although not as enjoyable, is easy to prepare for; throw on your wetsuit, grit your teeth and get out there. Warm water may be much more inviting, but it can be difficult to gauge just what to wear. On one hand, it’s warm water, so your initial response is to just put on a comfortable pair of boardshorts and jump right in the refreshing ocean. But here’s where the rogue wave of unpreparedness can wash you in – in order to last in warm water you need to be wearing the right gear and apparel. Here at Original Watermen we devote a large amount of time seeking out sun and warm waves and have perfected our go-to warm water attire from head to toe.
Original Watermen’s Mermaid Crest Trucker Hat is the ideal accessory for warm water. Whether you are surfing, fishing, or enjoying the sandy shores, this trucker hat keeps the sun off your face; and combined with its lightweight material, it keeps you protected with out burdening your noggin with any extra heat. Squeeze in that extra hour of high noon surfing with a lightweight trucker hat.
Long Sleeve Rashguardwill provide you with SPF 50+ protection, in addition to preventing the annoying rashes. Keeping your skin protected from the sun is an integral part to warm water adventures.
Watermen Shorts, aka our boardshort liners, are the ultimate below deck protection. The waves are warm, the sun is shining and the fish are biting; don’t let rashes drop an anchor on your day. Watermen shorts can be worn alone or with your Watermen Super Stretch board shorts.
Watermen Super Stretch boardshorts are your lifeline to wading the warm waters. The super stretch is especially key as warm water gear with its top-of-the-line, ultra-lightweight 4-way stretch fabric. Based on the fact that most watermen essentially live in their board shorts, the Super Stretch from Original Watermen has been put through the ultimate strength and durability test.
The water is warm, dive on in! Just make sure you are properly geared-up to enjoy everything that comes along with the sun and heat. Original Watermen wants you to stay cool when it’s hot, so we work hard to provide you with the ultimate line of lightweight, durable gear and apparel to outfit you on your chase of an endless summer – whether that be the sea, the beach, a reef, a lake, a lagoon or some sunny path in between.
Life is tuff in the sea, but life nowhere else is more exciting. Yup, that’s what charges a true waterman. If it’s in the Gods hand to save lives, they are his incarnation. Their job makes them the caretakers of the beaches, but they sacrifice more than anyone else. How often have we admired these people in their gorgeous lifeguard uniform to perform an act?
The true spirit to be the saviors of the sea requires tuff training, adrenaline zeal and the right lifeguard equipment and suits. The watermen are ready for any situation in every point of time. Feel like reading a super hero story? Eh, it can be called so. The super girls come in sexy red lifeguard costumes and the supermen in their retro shorts. It’s also not the material comforts that these angels of the seas want, but it’s in their blood to break free and adapt to what nature has to offer. One may ask what’s the benefit of all this. The answer is while you are busy admiring a high waves surfer in the sea saving a life, they are the ones doing the job. When you visit the seas next time, you are assured that there is someone special who will come to your helm if anything happens. We really salute these true spirited souls and the lifestyle that they have chosen.
We at Original Watermen try to do our bit for these water spirits. We endeavor to provide them with the necessities that would enable them live the sea life. Of course they are the angels over there but a little support from our side will help them achieve their target. The lifeguard uniforms that we make are time tested. They have over the years proved to be successful enough to assist the daredevils. As we believe, “being a Waterman is just not a rank, but it’s a lifestyle”. From 1978 we have established ourselves to be competent enough to make a mark in the waterman community.
The lifeguard apparel that we make has been insured over the years and we have strived successfully to come up with better products each time. Everyone knows what it takes to be a waterman. We make sure that the seekers of the sea benefit form our zeal and live the life they have born for. Our vast ranges of lifeguard apparel are designed effectively to assist the watermen in their lifesaving endeavors. Suited to the most demanding of rescue situations, our lifeguard uniforms are designed to the technicalities of jobs. Perfectly streamlined, they facilitate faster rescue and response to the situation.
Well, watermen and specifically water women are sexy but it is because of the lifestyle they lead and the efforts that they put to be one. They are beautiful people and our products add a charm to it. The excitement and thrill of the occupation is easily reflected in the way they set themselves apart from the crowd.
At Original Watermen we have vast range of watermen tees, cold weather jackets, hats, board shots, lifeguard equipments, retro shorts, sexy swimsuits, and all the waterman products that you deserve for what you do. This is the best selection of lifeguard apparel you will ever find and this is what has made us the best today. Visit for details: http://www.originalwatermen.com/
At Original Watermen, we strive to represent and acknowledge all people who live for singular excellence in any and all challenges they face. With our waterman-inspired boardshorts, trunks, tees, hats, hoodies, jackets and other apparel, we pay tribute to all the brave souls who stare down fear and facing it head on, without hesitation.
There is so much more to earning the name waterman than being an average surfer, diver or swimmer. Earning your salt is something a true waterman knows a thing or two about. People often ask us, what does Earn Your Salt mean? Well…Earning your salt begins with a passion that comes from somewhere deep within the self. Whether it’s a huge swell at your local spot or venturing to uncharted waters in search of a new break, a waterman welcomes the unknown. Someone has to get out there first, and any waterman hopes it’s them.
Even one of the most iconic spots on our own coast was once thought to be an unthinkable break. Named after man’s best friend, a white-haired German shepherd named modalert online Maverick, practically a waterman himself, always paddling out with his owner, took it upon himself to join fellow surfers trying a new spot. Though these surfers deemed the outside, larger break too dangerous, other watermen continued eyeing the break – leaving it to legendary waterman Jeff Clark to be a pioneer in taking on this potentially deadly wave…alone. An average day at Maverick’s at 25-feet can intimidate any seasoned surfer, but spending a lifetime in the water leaves you up for the challenge. Watermen face any oncoming fear head – and board – on. Toping out at 80-feet, how many would dare take on the task? Only true watermen know and strive for the connection between bravery and fear, but take on the challenge anyway, rising to the occasion.
For all things a waterman would need to engage in this passion, visit www.originalwatermen.com. Our large selection of waterman-based tees, boardshorts, swimsuits, accessories and apparel is sure to be just as resilient the watermen who wear them.
The beach is full of people, tourists, locals, professionals, and true watermen. Tourists flood to the beach with cars and wagons piled high with ice chests, towels, chairs and huge umbrellas or shade tents. Tourists wear different clothes; they do different things and have different needs at the beach then the locals, professionals or true watermen. Tourists can be honeymooners, families full of kids, retirees, or tourist from different parts of the country or those from different counties. Each person is unique but they all have the same desires, a happy, safe, fun time at the beach. We have watched decades of people flock to the beach and in doing so have compiled a list of essentials for newbies and tourists heading to the beach.
3) Rashguards
Watermen Super Stretch boardshorts