McMexico

Taj Richmond, a stack of Bob McTavishes and the golden arches of Barra.

elsewhere // Jun 3, 2026

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Sand bottomed points.

Almost surfing’s version of fast food. Dense. Accessible. High calorie. Busy.

Dangerous without moderation.

Byron Bay and Barra de la Cruz aren’t so different, really.

Here’s Afends freesurfer Taj Richmond looking right at home.

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