The weekend forecast looked good and it didn't disappoint. Saturday had smaller swell but a thumping off-shore. Protected spots were the pick. The swell started to pick up slightly on Saturday night, so expectations were high Sunday was going to be good, especially given the forecast of a morning high tide and pretty much no wind. We chose to take a look at a favourite beachie that needs a bit of swell to work well and can also handle slight north in the wind if necessary. When we arrived early the wind and tide were perfect, and we got some clear skies and warmth in the sun too. But the swell was smaller than expected. We hung around as well.. why not? Fortunately we did as the wind was pre
It's been a great start to winter with decent swell, off-shores and clear skies. Today was no exception, with plenty of spots firing all along the Capes. There was a bit of a sting in the tail too as the swell picked up towards later afternoon giving plenty of the frothing grommets some good sized sets as soon as they hit the water after school. At some times during the day it was nothing short of mechanical - consistent waves, great shape, rolling in one after the other. And thanks to the storm and two fronts we had over the last week there seems to be a few good banks around the place too. Just a great day to be in the water. I missed breakfast, lunch and I'm still here now sorting through
