Where to intermediate surf in Southern California?

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Michael asked:


I am taking a couple girls surfing for the first time, i am a pretty good surfer, but i dont have longboards so i dont want to go to a just longboard beach where i would have to paddle really far out. I was wondering any spots that waves arent too steep and have a sandy bottom near ventura, manhattan, and malibu. I will probably push them into white water but i still dont want really powerful waves.

David

Which is the best surf city to live in california?

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jardel asked:


I’m thinking…
-San Clemente
-Cardiff-by-the-sea
-Santa Cruz

Any other suggustions?

In regards to good schools, not too built up (like Malibu style) and good waves.

???

Noah