A digital travel diary. · WP v1.08 · Updated
After checking the iwindsurf.com forecast and noticing the crazy 25-30-knot winds, I decided to wing-foil at Coyote Point (since Crissy Field had wing-foiling championships and would be very busy). . . . On arrival at Coyote Point (a 45-minute drive from San Jose) via US-101, the wind was showing as 25 knots. It looked crazy windy on the water with large waves everywhere. . I…
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On Thursday, June 19th (a U.S. Holiday), Inna, Alex, and I decided to hike around Felton. Inna found a highly rated trail on AllTrails.com, called Fall Creek Trail, and we decided to hike it. . . We parked our car here (see Google Maps link). There was a small parking lot (but it was full), so we parked on the side of the road. .…
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PRS SE CE 24 – Overview . The PRS SE CE 24 combines elements of PRS’s USA-made CE line (notably the bolt-on neck) with the affordable SE series made in Korea (by World Musical Instruments). It’s a modern take on a classic PRS workhorse—versatile, playable, and elegant without the Custom 24 price tag. . . . . . . Key Specs. FeatureDetailsBody Mahogany (back) with…
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After checking the iwindsurf.com forecast, I decided to wing foil at the nearby Coyote Point. Inna decided to join me and watch me foil (and also stop by the nearby Equator Coffees coffee shop). . . . On arrival at Coyote Point (a 45-minute drive from San Jose) via US-101, the wind was showing as 14 knots, but the small wings used by most wing…
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With iwindsurf.com showing a favorable wind forecast for Saturday, June 7, 2025, Inna and I decided to drive to San Francisco so that I could wing foil at Crissy Field, and she could explore the various neighborhoods. . . I loaded up the Tesla Model Y with all my wing-foiling gear and started the drive around 10:15. There was usual traffic on the way, and…
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I have been listening to Hauser for a few years, so I was excited to hear that he would be touring the United States, with a stop in San Jose. I purchased tickets for the 8:00 pm show at the San Jose Civic on June 1, 2025. . . Here is a short video clip from the concert of Stjepan Hauser and Caroline Campbell performing…
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To improve my tennis skills, I decided to use the SwingVision software to record and identify areas for improvement in my game. . Here is a SwingVision-processed video of my doubles match: Boris & Dan vs. Katie & Phil: . Here is another SwingVision processed video of my doubles match: Boris & Partner vs. Eyal & Phil: . The cost of the software is $149.99…
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With the temperature in San Jose approaching 97 degrees Fahrenheit, we considered our escape to cooler climates. Initially, we considered visiting Crissy Field in San Francisco, but the traffic there was quite heavy (with a 90-minute drive time). . . Instead, we decided to revisit Pacifica, where temperatures were hovering around 60°F (and it was only a 50-minute drive). We loaded our Tesla Model Y…
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For silent practice and travel, I decided to purchase the Donner Hush I Pro Electro-acoustic guitar. This guitar can be easily disassembled, fit into a tiny, thin travel case, and brought on flights with me. It has a built-in headphone amp powered by a lithium battery that lasts up to 8 hours. . . . . According to Donner:. PLAY WITH STYLE - DONNER breaks…
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For the Memorial Day weekend, Inna made reservations at the Little River Inn in Mendocino (about 200 miles north of San Jose), a 5-hour drive away. We wanted to escape the city's hustle and bustle and enjoy nature's peaceful serenity. It's been many years since we last visited Mendocino, and we were eager to get back. . . . . Friday, May 23, 2025 .…
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