This is a tribute to those recognized intrepid - young and old - who, every morning, wake up with the firm intention of challenging (and conquering) the waves of the Mexican Pacific.
To the protagonists of this note, Puerto Escondido gave them the opportunity to play on their board, between their waves and their sets by then, grow, know each other and discover how far they were capable of going. With mettle and a warrior spirit, they managed to dominate the roaring waves of Zicatela and decipher the mystery of life.
Among these characters we will find recognized figures beyond our borders, as well as daily actors from Puerto Escondido, but all, equally, have a passion for it. surf and savor the pleasure of running on the roaring waves of this tropical paradise. Let's see who is still in the game, deciphering the path and who has already reached the grace of success to shout: Lottery!
He doesn't come to see if he can, if not because he can come… The brave one! / Carlos “Coco” Nogales
The story of "Coco" Nogales it is a testimony of drive, courage and courage. Carlos grew up in helplessness, but with an unshakable determination and gathering strength, the kind that resides in the spirit of the brave, he arrived in Puerto Escondido at the age of 11, alone. There he found friends, shelter and food for body and soul. After going through many vicissitudes, today Coco speaks like this: “Life has given me difficult tests, there are so many that, at this moment, I don't know which one has been the greatest. But the most important thing is to get up, keep living life to the fullest. For me, the best thing is to surf and the best of this sport is when you take a tube with exit, it is indescribable ”.
The Oaxacan waves embraced this brave man and led him to discover his true potential. The result was such that he has become the most respected Mexican in the world of surfing for his skill and courage to face the invincible titan, the sea. He won as a team Billabong Award Ride of the year, the most prestigious tournament in the Big Wave Riding. "Coco", you have already completed your board. Lottery!
From the sea, the grouper, and from Puerto Escondido ... El Curandero! / Miguel Ramírez
He is from Buenos Aires and his name is today recognized in several countries of the world thanks to his talent and ability to repair surfboards.
It all started when the waves of Zicatela did their thing with Miguel's board as a child. Thus, with those pieces, he left the sea and went home determined not to lose his companion on his adventures. It was made of sandpaper, fiberglass, resin and the rest is history.
It is rumored that in 2003 Miguel Ramirez shout: "Lottery!", and it is that after several years of work and dedication, he opened his business One more, a name that was born two decades ago when he arrived in Zicatela in his red “car” and began to receive boards to repair. He would go up to “the sick women” on the awning of his car and when he supposed to have them all, he would start, but then, he was stopped by a shout that said: “another one!”, And from start to start and from scream to scream, came to load 30 boards on the roof of his car. Today she has two children whom she teaches to surf, enjoying the most wonderful moments. Mike does everything to pass his greatest test, being a good father. Meanwhile, he lives happily in this his Buenos Aires paradise that he says, has given him everything in life and which he never thinks to leave.
God free me from the still water, who free me from the brave ... Guardian angels! / Godofredo Vázquez
The Heroic Lifeguard Corps of Puerto Escondido It is widely recognized in our country, so much so that its activities include teaching rescue courses in different states of the Republic.
This group of reckless rescuers have extensive knowledge in first aid and swimming technique, they know the behavior of the sea well and every day, from very early hours, they can be seen in Zicatela carrying out practices and surveillance rounds.
Here are ten men. They have experienced vicissitudes and that has ennobled them; they do not hesitate for a second to risk their lives to save others.
An example of the courage and spirit of the team is the captain, Godofredo Vazquez, who has been in command of the watchtower for ten years, during which time he has experienced chilling moments.
“Godo” explained to us that the visit to Puerto Escondido by vacationers without a board puts their guardians in trouble, since despite the warnings about the danger, many of the bathers believe they have the power to tame the waters of Zicatela and consequently Despite efforts, tragedies are sometimes unavoidable.
They have saved many lives, are dedicated to their mission and are worthy of recognition. Lottery!
He who meets with wolves, teaches how to carve ... The manufacturer! / Roger Ramírez
When I was 14 years old Roger Ramirez He started in the surfboard repair trade, which he learned from his older brothers Juan and Miguel (“the healer”) and although life then demanded dedication to work, he did not stop the arduous practice of mastering the waves of Zicatela. Roger, the youngest of a family of ten siblings, is an example of talent, will and perseverance, since in both activities he stood out and gained international fame: he was part of the national surfing team and today, he is one of the most recognized surfboard manufacturers in Mexico.
His brand also has a surf team headed by nothing more and nothing less than David rutherford Y Oscar moncada, who recognize the quality of their sponsor's work.
That is why it is worth shouting from the four winds: Lottery!
If neighbors stick together, how much more to live together ... The family! / Los Corzo and one more
Jim, don't scratch my notebook! I screamed when I saw him scratching out and rebooting over my notes. “It's that you scored wrong. My name is not Jim Preswitt anymore, now my name is Jim corzo", He said, and then we laughed. This man left Texas and came to Puerto Escondido just with the desire to surf good waves, but, oh! surprise, he fell in love with the place and with Teresa, with whom now, in addition to his passion for surfing, he shares the surname Corzo and the love for his three children: Angelo, Jimel and Johnny.
The other Corzo is Estela, Teresa's sister. They both arrived in Puerto Escondido from Mexico City 20 years ago to fulfill what Estela promised when she was 14 when she visited Puerto: “I will return to this place and I will stay to live forever. He left everything, and now he lives and surfs happily with his children: Cristian and Naum, who are already prominent surfing figures worldwide. Let them shout with pride: Lottery!
For one who gets up early, another who does not sleep ... The talented ones!
Cristian Corzo and Angelo Lozano
There is a family bond between these young people, they are cousins, but they are also united by talent in the waves, which makes them alternate at the highest levels in the leaderboards in important international tournaments.
These pair of prodigies advance their careers as surfers by leaps and bounds and while Cristian Corzo Gets up early to rise to the crest of the wave and become the national surfing champion in the youth category, Ángelo Lozano does not rest on his laurels and appears today as the first Mexican surfer in the youth category to participate in a World Cup organized by the ASP, the Billabong ASP World Junior Championship.
Puerto Escondido has opened the doors to the world of glory for Cristian and Angelo, they have gone beyond our borders. They are grateful to their family and to this, their land, but they still have chips on the board. Time and life will give it to them.
He who is a parakeet, wherever he wants is green ... The teacher! / Óscar Moncada
Oscar Moncada He has surfed the waters of California, Hawaii, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Portugal, where he has shown that he can master the majestic waves. It is not known what it will be, but this man transforms when he enters the water, just as if a prodigious force emanated from the depths of the ocean to enter his being and give him the ability to perform, on his board, tricks that they crave, for moments, supernatural.
“My best experience was surfing against eight-time world champion Kelly Slater. From a young age he was my hero… ”Lottery!
Be careful that there is a fire here, they are not going to burn ... The light! / David Rutherford
And now yes, as my father used to say, “here the most toothy chews nuts” and that is because in Puerto Escondido, all the young people are excellent surfers. David is already a celebrity in Puerto and in the world.
In an interview with eleven times Peruvian national surfing champion, Gary Saaverda, he mentions that for him one of the best surfers of ALAS (Latin American Surf Association) is David rutherford, and that says a lot about the talent and ability of this young man.
In the sea, where only he and the waves are, David finds moments of peace and growth. It is there when he reconsiders about all that he still has to do. Keep waiting for the cards to fill your board.
He feels great love for Puerto, he considers it the best place in the world to live and everything he does, directs him towards a growth of his land, of his sport, with a deep desire that the next generations find a well-paid place to grow and find fortune.
Oh, reata, don't get upset that this is the last milestone… La quebrada! / A champion's table
It is not the one in Acapulco, no. This ravine is one of the many boards that have felt in their own fiber the power of the waves of Zicatela and that have ended their days broken, torn and without remedy.
It happened that Citlali Calleja, current national surfing champion, was in the sea when the force of a wave pulled her board, but she had it attached to the ankle with the leash (elastic rope) and then, the resistance of her body pulled strongly to the side and the power of the wave towards the other, leading his faithful companion to this tragic end.
This talented and outstanding porteña was born in Puerto and with a championship in the bag and a new board, she participates in international surfing competitions, carrying the name of Mexico in her heart to take it to the crest of the wave. She continues to fight and knows that she will find the time to launch her shout of glory.
The one who makes sighs and breaks hearts… The pretty one! / Nicole Muller
Like many foreign men and women, she has left her land to put down roots here, in this port of great waves. There will be those who have arrived at this Oaxacan port without the intention of staying, but with the magical influence that turns the sea into a thunderous network, Puerto Escondido catches those who come to it to challenge, on a board, the power and majesty of the waves .
