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Outside Magazine February 1999
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Catching a Break (or Three) (cont.)
Surfing N.Z. - The Basics
Getting Around:
For getting out to the breaks and side trips into the countryside, you'll need to rent a car at the airport in Auckland. A midsize from Budget (011-64-9-256-8448) will run you $56 per day.

Lodging:
The most convenient spot to bed down is Jeremy Walton's place, Raglan Backpackers Waterfront Lodge, a hybrid hostel with a communal courtyard and a harbor view ($9 per person per night; 64-7-825-0515). For more out-of-the-way (read "private") digs, Raglan Wagon Cabins (doubles, $16-$38; 64-7-825-8268) is a charming cluster of converted railroad cars set on a hillside pasture four miles south of town overlooking Manu Bay.

Gear:
Bring at least a three-millimeter wetsuit, reef booties, and a seven-foot board. For everything else, you can try Raglan Surf Co. (64-7-825-8988) — but expect premium prices.

Information:
Call the Raglan Information Centre (64-7-825-0556) for details on everything from house rentals to horseback riding to fishing charters.
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