Ryan & U'i's Pacific Odyssey: Bali Day 1

Ok, so Mamo Homestay didn’t work out so well afterall. It turns out the construction was really disruptive, and the workers used our entrance as a path to the jobsite. Also, the family pet, Rambo, a 100 pound Rottweiler, was teased all night by a pair of wild bali dogs. Rambo decided to show his manliness by howling until the sun came up, then as if on cue he passed out as the first rays of morning appeared. Apparently, he has no idea what clock his guests are on. After much apology to our “family”, and a bunch of fast Indonesian chatting between members, we made our escape. Next door to Mamo is a brand new homestay, run by Mamo’s cousin. Even though it was family, we sensed some resentment from our move. Oh well, not our fault that they were building a new hotel on their spot. The new place is amazing. The grounds are gorgeous, the room is huge, the bed is brand new, the shower spotless, and its cool during the day! Our room at Mamo cooked all night long and was unlivable during the day. We have settled in hard today and are very happy with our choice. It’s only a little bit more per night for true paradise. U’I and I set off today on the scooter to go exploring. We couldn’t find Greenballs surf sport, which our neighbors said was going off today, glassy off shore and head high. I think I now know my mistake and we will try again tomorrow. We hit all the usual spots, Bingin, Impossibles, Padang. By the way, for those who know the Bukit, they are building a new MEGA resort on the water at Impossibles, this things is gigantic, Dreamland size, probably 10 stories, just this massive concrete monstrosity. The whole empty field where we used to park the scooters for the walk to Impossibles is gone. Beach access is tight. It’s really sad in my opinion. I hate developers.

All the spots were showing good waves and decent conditions, up to head high, as the tide started to drop. U’I tried her bodyboard for the first time out at Padang Rights, and if I do say so myself, owned it. Tomorrow I’ll bring the camera down for some shots of her. We also have been hearing that Nusa Dua is firing, so we will check that in the coming days. But for now, just in relax mode, settling in. I’m stretching out my ribs, trying to get movement back. Hopefully back in the water by next week. It’s good just cruising with my girl and watching her surf. Here are some pics of our new place. Come visit! The water is warm…..