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Sim Name: Epic Conditions Surf Sim Type: Private (Mature) Location: Moana’Ina Beach Owner: Weather Merlin Website: The Weather Channel Size: est. 65,536 sq. m Traffic: est. 16,000 Events: Surf Competitions Shops: Sebastian’s Surf Shop Rating:

Today’s entry will be a mix of a review, and an event. Recently Namiko Surf hosted its second “Namiko Pro” surf competition, the location of choice was Moana’Ina Beach, home of the Epic Surf Waves by Heather Goodliffe. Moana’Ina Beach was created by The Weather Channel to promote their Epic Conditions Tv Series. The Moana’Ina Beach is one of four different sims on the island, including areas such as extreme Biking and Skiing.

Grandstands designed by RebelTNT Shepherd

When the Weather Channel claims something is epic, you better believe it is. The Epic Waves reach huge heights and speeds giving a great challenge to any Second Life Surfer who dares brave it. The Second Namiko Pro competition tackled these waves with 21 competitors, 5 at a time in 10 minute heats. In the end, Frankie Miles of Surf Chix came out the winner.

Frankie hitting a huge wave!

Throughout the Epic Surf Sim you can find some great signs with information on how real life Epic Waves form, you can even watch a video on the beach, for previews of the Weather Channels Epic Conditions Tv Series. The only shop on Moana’Ina is the quaint Sebastian’s Surf Shack, where you can pick up some Weather Channel gear, or a surf board to hit the waves with.

Sebastian’s Surf Shack

After almost 3 hours of surfing the big ones, the competition came to an end. If you are interested in the results, here they are!

Congrats to all of the competitors of the Namiko Pro, you did great!

Colour-coded surfboards designed especially for the competition!

Almost the entire sim of Moana’Ina Beach is water and waves, making it a great place to surf in Second Life. If you would like to hit some waves without the lag, this is most definitely a key spot for any serious surfer. After the waves, hit the Bike Trail or go Skiing down a mountain for some great fun. Many companies invest in Second Life, but the Weather Channel has taken it one step further by including the residents, sponsoring events, and building some great action packed sims. My props to them!

Hey everyone, what do you mean “look behind you?”

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Sim Name: Laguna Sim Type: Private (Mature) Location: Laguna Beach Club Owner: Valiant Strangelove Website: N/A Size: 22,848 sq. m Traffic: 23,676 Events: Live Music and Films Weekly Shops: Namiko Surf, H20, Surf Republic Rating:

The first area is the entrance boardwalk, here you can relax on some of the many couches. Get an intimate massage around back, or head to the pools for a swim with some friends! The boardwalk is another example of Valiant’s fine architectural design. Everything is placed well, designed to be easily navigated, and looks great! Check out the nooks and crannies of this area to find all sorts of romantic places and great hangouts.

The Boardwalk Entrance, relax with a loved one in this romantic area.

The second area is the main boardwalk where the majority of Laguna beach club can often be found. This area is famous for its numerous couches, where many groups of friends have taken residence. The dance floor is full of great poseballs for you and a companion to groove the night away to great live music. Or, if you prefer to go solo, you can head over to the bar, grab a tropical drink and engage in conversation with some of the many visitors of Laguna Beach Club.

The main area of the club, dance, drink, or lounge on the many couches!

The third area is of course, the beach! Here you can find the majority of the Beach Clubs hand picked shops.

Namiko Surf has its own store here featuring high quality Swim Suits for men and women, Wet Suits, and Namiko Surf Boards made to surf on Heather Goodliffe’s waves. You can find the water at the end of the beach, throw your board out and hit some waves for a great time!

Surf Republic has a shop here for jet skis, which are also for use with the waves! Last but not least, H20 ocean sells some great aquariums and props!

For others, a beautiful waterfall hides some great hidden romantic caves for you and a loved one, and the Life Guard station always has a friendly staff member available to monitor the beach for any disruptive visitors. If you are looking for a more relaxing time, just hit the sand and pick a lounger to lay back on and enjoy the sun.

Hit the waves at the beach, go shopping, or get a tan!

If you love great live music, a fun beach environment, and a ton of awesome people. Then I highly suggest visiting the Laguna Beach Club. You will not be disappointed.

Ramus relaxing by the ocean after a hard days work.

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