How to Read a Surf Forecast: The 5 Numbers That Matter
A surf forecast looks like a wall of numbers until you know which five to focus on. Here's the short version.
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Swell Period Explained: Why 12 Seconds Beats 2 Metres
Most beginners fixate on wave height. Experienced surfers watch swell period first. Here's why a 1.2 m swell at 14 s is often far better than a 2 m swell at 7 s.
Read article →Offshore vs Onshore Wind: The Single Biggest Factor in Wave Quality
You can have perfect swell and still get terrible surf if the wind is wrong. Wind direction is often the make-or-break variable that separates a great session from a wasted drive.
Read article →Best Time to Surf: Dawn Patrol and Why the Morning Glass is Real
There's a reason experienced surfers wake up before sunrise. Dawn patrol — surfing at first light — reliably produces the best wave conditions of the day.
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