A catastrophic blockade in the Strait of Hormuz has triggered a historic global commodity shock and massive oil supply disruption, sending international markets into a tailspin. Meanwhile, down in Baja California Sur, local surf guide Mateo managed to secure five extra gallons of Pemex regular for his rusted Ford Econoline. Expat residents agreed that geopolitical energy collapse is a tragedy best processed from a hammock with a clear view of the lineup.