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Discussion in 'Sessions' started by aaronjk37, Mar 29, 2017.

  1. aaronjk37

    aaronjk37 n00b

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    For spring break, my family and I are going to San Diego! Are there any consistent meetups/shops/famous sesh spots? Coming from a place where I'm the only one who knows what a Kendama is, I would like to see some other people who share my love for the toy!

    -Cheers, and have a great day
     
    Mar 29, 2017
  2. Cheech_Sander

    Cheech_Sander Administrator Staff Member

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    Eat lots and lots of California burritos
     
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  3. quacktaped

    quacktaped Honed Member

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    I believe there is a dama shop called grinders in that area you should check that out
     
    Mar 29, 2017
  4. Jenny Cho

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    Gunnzo is down in SD! :D They sell all sorts of toys, designer vinyl, etc. But they also carry damas and yo-yos. Definitely where I would check out if I was visiting there!
     
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  5. amagad

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  6. Jenny Cho

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  7. Jasper B.

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    every 2nd and 4th thursday of the month there is a Kendama club the Encinitas Library.
     
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  8. Edric Owen Ladera

    Edric Owen Ladera Slayer

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    watch out for the sakura classic in japan town. im not going cause im here in the PH btw XD hahahaha
     
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  9. amagad

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    That's quite a drive from SD to SF , maybe like 7-8 hour drive hahah
     
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  10. Brandon Jensen

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    Find the sleaziest Mexican food place and grab some carne asada or California burritos.

    Ho chi mihn trail gives some great views of the sunset but depending on the rain could be slick, and a little hard for people not into a little Rock climbing

    Of course you should go to sea world, the zoo, and the wild animal park. All of those are like full day trips though.

    Spend some time in the bay, maybe rent some paddle boards or just chill.

    Balboa park is amazing. Tons of cool museums, also just really fun to walk around.

    It might be a bit far depending on where you are staying, but Julian is this cute little mountain town with the best apple pies anywhere. Julian pie company.

    I'll update this if I think of anything else.

    Also I just realized this didn't answer the question sorry.
     
    Mar 29, 2017
  11. htimSxelA

    htimSxelA Moderator Staff Member

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  12. Congarranza

    Congarranza DS Legend

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    In old town "tourist town" you'll find Gunnzo. Great place to sneak away while your parents sip on margaritas and enjoy the live mariachi in the plaza. Bring your money and give them a call ahead of time that you are flying in. They'll hook you up!
     
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  13. Congarranza

    Congarranza DS Legend

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    @aaronjk37 get you dama around your neck and jam on a stand up paddle board!!!
     
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  14. Brandon Jensen

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    oh man that would be a dream!
     
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  15. Congarranza

    Congarranza DS Legend

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    You get good rates at mission bay aquatics. I bought a package deal there (still have one more session waiting for me) and you get a student discount.
    Again, give them a call ahead of time. They won't give you a bigger discount, but they can fill you in on what they have to offer.
    Best equipment! They have these fanny-pak life vest that won't cramp your style while you hit those lines on the board.
     
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  16. Congarranza

    Congarranza DS Legend

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  17. aaronjk37

    aaronjk37 n00b

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    It's still in progress xD Unfortunately the only kendamas I've found were at Gunzos. But I picked up a few, so it's all good
     
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  18. Brandon Jensen

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    Dude so hyped for you! Keep us updated!
     
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  19. aaronjk37

    aaronjk37 n00b

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    The trip is officially over xD It was a lot of fun! A lot of great food, great views, great kendama time! If you wanna see more, I'll shamelessly plug my IG: https://www.instagram.com/aaronjk37/ (snap is the same too)
     
    Apr 22, 2017
  20. Brandon Jensen

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    I know that there is a pretty big scene in San Diego, but don't know where to find out about the weekly or monthly events that go on! If anyone has any details hook it up!

    I want to make this a general San Diego sessions thread, so if people come here searching for it, they can find out where to go!
     
    May 11, 2017