Daily Surf Report - 12/26/2013



Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace.” - Jimi Hendrix



Happy Boxing Day to all those in the UK and Canada.  Semi-chipper morning here with sunny skies, high pressure weather system bringing us temps of 57F already and lots of warm air on tap.  A wonderful day at the beach with lots of areas to explore and things to do if surfing isn't too high on your list.  Where all the swell at?  WNW groundswell starting to kick in on the buoys but not showing up in the water here yet.  Conditions are clean and tide is dropping so we are all set for when it arrives and will keep you posted as conditions improve.  In the meantime, throw on that new Xmas sweater, pull on your funky socks and slippers and roll out of bed to celebrate the glorious day ahead.  If Santa didn't get you that new wave sled or wetsuit swing by the shop to browse and find the gift you truly deserve.  Free hugs and candy canes while they last!!

 

CHANNEL:  Tide was high but is not on the retreat.  Ocean is smooth with inconsistent ripples and a few waves as well.  Only thigh high + and not too appetizing especially after a full Christmas dinner gorging.  There are a few in the water enjoying the weather and occasional rideable wave.  New swell should be coming soon and we'll keep an eye open for improvement throughout the day. 

 
PATCH: Inside rights at the Snags with draining tide and emerging rocks.  Racy and risky but for those craving adventure this knee high wave may be just the ticket.  Empty lineup currently.
 
 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
HIGH: 5:51 am 5.6'

LOW: 12:33 pm 1.3'

HIGH: 6:48 pm  3.7'

LOW: 11:43 pm 2.1'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.

Daily Surf Report - 12/25/2013



Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“I heard the bells on Christmas Day
Their old, familiar carols play,
And wild and sweet
The words repeat
Of peace on earth, good-will to men!”  - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow


MERRY CHRISTMAS.  We are CLOSED. 
We will re-open Thursday morning at our usual time of 10AM
 

Good morning and Feliz Navidad todo! It's a wonderful Christmas morning here at the beach. The sun is up and singing in the key of Nat 'King' Cole as the temperature zips in at a nice 54 degrees. Not a whole heck of a lot to report wave-wise but it's still a nice day to tour on a SUP/kayak, go hiking or just loll around the beach with family and friends.

 

CHANNEL:  A sloppy thigh high at best this morning. A few janitors and a couple of logs sloshing around and enjoying the yule tide morning.

 
PATCH: Below knee and slower than the O.J. low-speed chase as these little po-dunks slurp over the rocks waaaaaay inside. No takers as of yet.
 
 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
HIGH: 5:08 am 5.4'

LOW: 11:36 am 1.9'

HIGH: 5:16 pm  3.7'



 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.
 

Daily Surf Report - 12/24/2013

 
 
 

Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“A wise man can learn more from a foolish question than a fool can learn from a wise answer." - Bruce Lee


Good morning and Happy Holidays to all of you mammals of the brine! It's yet another glorious morning here at the beach. the sun is up in it's winter, low-slung position smiling that gold tooth display as the temperature is sliding in at a chilly 45 degrees. There is vaguely a little bump left in the water today but looks to be quite the effort to get anything going... though, as surfing legend Larry Bertlemann has said, "Anything is possible."

IMPORTANT NOTE: We will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday for Christmas day but will re-open Thursday morning at our usual time of 10AM

CHANNEL:  That draining lagoon is making it so ugly right now that it could give aspirin a headache. Though a little waist high roller comes through here-and-there, one must really be aware of the outgoing tide to position correctly for a clean wave and take-off. About five (5) on longboards out there now doing more paddling than surfing. Maybe later with the tide change something a bit more positive will happen here.
 
PATCH: Super clean and glassy at just below waist high BUT not enough push today to make it a real barn burner. What waves that do make it past the hole are breaking way inside over the middle of the Patch and we all know that those rocks just under the surface want to play the Grinch to your Christmas wishes. We do offer ding repair... just sayin'.
Four (4) there now on longboards and janitorial equipment playing "Dodge the rocks."
 
 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
HIGH: 4:28 am 5.2'

LOW: 10:32 am 2.4'

HIGH: 3:55 pm  4.0'

LOW: 9:54 pm 1.3'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.
 

Daily Surf Report - 12/23/2013

 
 

Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“Be happy with what you have and are, be generous with both, and you won't have to hunt for happiness." - William E. Gladstone

Good morning everyone! Welcome to another spectacular morning here at the beach. The sun is up but hanging low above the horizon as the temperature slips in at a cool 46 degrees. There is still some juice left to be had in the H2O but that pesky tide is going to try it's best to harsh your buzz. Don't let it! Snap on the neoprene and grab the hydrodynamic vehicle of your choosing and do what Big Joe Turner used to say, "Flip, Flop and Fly!"

CHANNEL:  a little sumpthin' be-boppin' in at waist (+/-) range with a few takers out there gliding and sliding the morning (and quite possibly their cares, as well) away over that middle bar which is working a bit better on that Sea Drift side. Be-bop-a-lula!
 
PATCH: Hunky and chunky but a corner may be obtained with the right eyeballing and a little bit of patience. Things are slipping through in the waist (+/-) range for the moment from the middle/inside of the Clam Patch to the Snags to just out side of the Snags, Left of the Clam Patch (aka Ladies Lefts. E.T.'s, Estrogen Reef et al) and there is plenty for all to share. remember the rules of the road and everyone should have a wonderful time.
 
 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
HIGH: 3:49 am 5.0'

LOW: 9:26 am 2.7'

HIGH: 2:29 pm  4.4

LOW: 9:08 pm 0.9'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.
 

Daily Surf Report - 12/22/2013

 

Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“All who can let go, are the real holders of their reality.” - anonymous

Good morning to all and everyone this morning. It's beautiful, it's wild , it's whatever your little day is supposed to be. Its' reality, It's myth, It's surfing. 45*f this morning with a positively perfect flaming orb in the sky melting all those frozen toes in the water now. We crawl out of bed, and walk to our car, bike or any vehicle. BUT; when we get to the ocean, there is a reason we run to the water's edge. Think literally and mystically and you will finally get surfing. A few in the water, wavers to ride and smiles to have.


CHANNEL:  Surf riders and all fantasizing terrestrial organisms rejoice. There is a little bit of the good stuff in the knee to belly range and about 5 of the mentioned above in the water. The days are expanding but not nearly as fast as my mind. Let the water flow over you and wash your sorrows away. 20 minutes will yield a much more tangible effect on the soul than 20 hours behind a desk. Experience life for the first time again and rip or shred. Slightly closing out but tidal change may be beneficial in this region.  

 
PATCH: Pass a note to that cutie in the lineup and confess your love. No one will know you have a heart if you don't show it around at all convenient and inconvenient places. Look around and if you take it to seriously, you are not quite there yet. The SURF is LOOKING Knee to possibly waist high plus depending on the tidal swings. That's the plain English version. Remember to kiss your important person so you can get personal with yourself.
 
 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
LOW: 8:27 am 2.8'

HIGH: 1:56 pm  4.8

LOW: 8:27 pm 0.5'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.
 

Daily Surf Report - 12/21/2013



Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“It takes a noble man to plant a seed for a tree that will some day give shade to people he may never meet.” - D. Elton Trueblood


Winter solstice 2013 begins today: The sun is lowest, the night is longest, with 9.5 hours of light and 14.5 hours of darkness.  Interesting facts indeed.  No matter where you live on Earth’s globe, it’s your signal to celebrate. For us on the northern part of Earth, the shortest day is here! After the winter solstice, the days get longer, and the nights shorter. It’s a seasonal shift that nearly everyone notices.  Again it is sunny and much warmer already with a temp of 50F.  E winds and high pressure are back in the Bay Area and that means warm and dry weather conditions.  I've got multiple visions of sugar plum fairies dancing in my head and a cold dip in the ocean should straighten your sights.  Rapidly dropping wind swell  still delivering but size is diminishing.  It is a new season with a myriad of possibilities starting now.  Free range foxes rule the day.  Don't let today slip away without getting a wave or two.
 

CHANNEL:  Bars remain in place as wind swell drops and the interval shortens.  Still providing something to ride and the off shore winds are moderate and warm today.  Plenty of spray off the back and extra foam is the key to happiness and harmony today.   Santa will be delivering a new WNW swell and precursor waves may be viewed before dark if we are lucky.  Weather conditions are fab so make the first day of Winter and beach day by golly.  Waves in both the Channel and at Seadrift have come down in size and run consistently thigh high + but still enough energy to get longboards going. 

 
PATCH: A hint of a small background S swell in the water but waves are few and far between this morning.  Kayaks and SUPs are more apt to enjoy this spot today for paddling pleasure.  Stand up surfing may not take place here today unless conditions change significantly.  Sunny, smooth ocean and beautiful just not any swell making it into the Patch quite yet.  Stay tuned as the next swell is big and could wrap a few in later in the weekend. 

 
 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
LOW: 7:34 am 2.9'

HIGH: 1:11 pm  5.2'

LOW: 7:50 pm   0.1'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.

Daily Surf Report - 12/20/2013



Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“Don't be pushed by your problems, be led by your dreams.”- Ralph Waldo Emerson


Blisteringly crispy morning with temps back down into the high 20s in the low regions.  No moisture in the air but frosty conditions exist.  Now up to a robust 35F as the sun is out, the skies are blue and the wind remains light and offshore.  Fabulous Fall morning - again.  Still have a decent dose of NW wind swell but it has some size to it and is translating into rideable and fun surf conditions today.  The sandbars are set and the direction is good.  Grab some foam and toss your troubles to the wind.  Find your happy place in the ocean and allow the serenity to soak in.  It is medically and scientifically proven that surfing is the cure for all ailments. 
 

CHANNEL: Magical moonlit session with champagne wishes and caviar dreams.  Also frosty toes and dripping noses.  Water still hanging in at 52F but air and ground about half that.  NW wind swell continues to deliver fun stuff today.  In the Channel the left bar is working at waist high and the morning crew of 8 are rotating through with plenty of nice manners.  Venture across to Seadrift and you will find waist to chest high rights that reel and peel and are fast and fun.  Walls to climb and a cross step or two.  Inner bend section has dropping bottom and throwing top and there is a small window to peek or climb into for a brief moment.  Incoming tide is just right and the surf is fairly consistent and gave everyone plenty of rides.  Logs and eggs are the call.  Hot coffee and a side of bacon as well.  Hold the toast cause BT don't roll like that.  Smooth ocean surface and sunny.  Why wait - try now.

 
PATCH: A few more instances of waves in the Patch today but looking mostly suitable for SUPs.  Inner Snags section still whomping away and the outside wave is breaking softly and thigh high in size.  It is beautiful and sunny this way and just a few in the water so give it a look as the incoming tide is helping a bit.  Not great but a few rides can be had here today.

 
 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
LOW: 6:48 am 2.9'

HIGH: 12:30 pm  5.5'

LOW: 7:14 pm  -0.1'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.

Daily Surf Report - 12/19/2013

 
 
NOTE: Construction continues today on the post office roof next door to the shop. The parking lot is occupied with service vehicles but our back door is open.  Code knock is 1 - 2 -1
 
 
 Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“Whatever I am offered in devotion with a pure heart - a leaf, a flower, fruit, or water - I accept with joy.”- Bhagavad Gita


It is a wonderful Fall morning here at the beach with the temp in at 47F, clear blue skies and full of sunshine.  Soak in some vitamin D today and give those cheeks a rosy glow.  Wind remains off shore and there is still some remaining swell in the water graciously delivering rideable waves today.   Put off your holiday shopping and take a dip.  You still have 6 more days until Christmas.
 

CHANNEL: Mostly NW windswell but it shows size on the buoys and the angle is hitting the Channel.  Incoming tide for a little extra push.  Offshore winds have the deeper bar left spraying off the back and rolling, reeling and peeling towards shore.  Size goes waist high + and fun stuff on your longboard today.  Inner bar Mali-Bo rights like these conditions and occasionally delivers a wave for a shorter board.  Groomed up and clean today and worth putting on a suit.  2 in the water so far.

 
PATCH: Way, way inside at the Snags it walls up then fires towards shore.  It is short, sweet and fast but a bit shallow and rocky.  If you are looking for excitement here - this is your wave.  Otherwise, outside at the meeting rock there are a few waves that are breaking with no takers.  Big boards look like they could work and size is a guess-timate at thigh high +.  Tide peaks in 2 hours and maybe later it will clean up a bit.  Not the best swell angle to make this spot epic.

 
 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
LOW: 6:06 am 2.9'

HIGH: 11:53 am  5.8'

LOW: 6:40 pm  -0.3'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.

Daily Surf Report - 12/18/2013

 
 
NOTE: Construction continues today on the post office roof next door to the shop. The parking lot is occupied with service vehicles so please be mindful of this action. 
 
 
 Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“My great concern is not whether you have failed, but whether you are content with your failure” - Abraham Lincoln


Good morning to all of you gliders, sliders and wave riders! It's a wonderful winter morning here at the beach with the temperature bobbing in at a brisk 46 degrees. The sun is up and out but playing hide-and-seek behind some scattered cumulus with a slight off-shore breeze texturing the surface of the water. There is still a tad of a swell left here in town and no one really knows how long it intends to hang around, so if you are so inclined perhaps a maritime trip is in your near future.
 

CHANNEL: Even with this incoming tide the Middle Bar is attempting to toss something up for some liquid enjoyment in the waist (+/-) area and surprisingly there are currently NO takers! It's a bit of a wait for a clean one but they do arrive, a polished emerald gleaming in the morning light is yawning, empty and lonely across the sand bar.

 
PATCH: A sub-par undulation right in the middle of the Clam Patch that can ramp up slightly more waaaaaay inside... if you catch it that is. However, with this upcoming tide these "waves" are getting flatter and flatter. For some bizarre reason, while the Channel is giving a much better wave with no takers there are about ten (10) logs and custodians in the Patch failing away. Go figure.


MEMORIAL PADDLE OUT CEREMONY ON WEDNESDAY
 FOR STEVE McALPIN
 

 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
LOW: 5:25 am 2.9'

HIGH: 11:17 am  6.0'

LOW: 6:07 pm  -0.5'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.

Daily Surf Report - 12/17/2013

 
 
We will be closing a touch early tonight. We will re-open tomorrow morning at our usual time of 10AM
 
 Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“If you don't design your own life plan, chances are you'll fall into someone else's plan. And guess what they have planned for you? Not much” - Jim Rohn


Good morning to all of you creatures of the deep! It's yet another spectacular morning here at the beach on this fine Tuesday 'morn! The temperature is doing the mambo at 59 degrees as the sun is in a full cumbia across the lower part of the sky! Baile! The surf is still knocking about here in town, so  what are you waiting for? My permission? Ha! Go get your dancing shoes on and get down, boggie, oogie, oogie!
 

CHANNEL: That middle bar is still supporting this swell better than a jock strap! The wave in question is mowing through at a waist to almost chest high right down the center of the plate, so you'd be able to spank a stand-up double right into the gap! There is also a very stiff off-shore breeze so keep that in mind during your take-off. HOWEVER, not many of them are clean. It's a section-y day to-be-sure, but there is a corner in which to glide upon and the patient and keen-eye surfer will be able to discern which is the winning lotto ticket.
About five (5) there now on logs and janitor gear hoping to win the Power Ball!

 
PATCH: There is indeed a waist high (+/-) wave there to slide upon but it's right smack dab in the middle-to-the-inside of the Clam Patch. The tide is coming in, so dings and losing your fin are at a minimum (We do have ding repair here at the shop...just sayin') but that tide is going to put on the WWF choke-hold pretty soon. Not to mention, but I will... that either the long paddle back to the ramp for a (hopefully) well timed exit, or the tedious long climb across walls and rocks due to the Ming Yao sized tide are going to be something to be aware of. So, use your noodle and be careful. About eight (8) logs out there mostly doing the straight off, Adolph routine.


MEMORIAL PADDLE OUT CEREMONY ON WEDNESDAY
 FOR STEVE McALPIN
 

 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
LOW: 4:45 am 2.8'

HIGH: 10:42 am  6.1'

LOW: 5:34 pm  -0.6'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.

Daily Surf Report - 12/16/2013

 
 
We will be closing a little early tonight, however we will re-open tomorrow morning at our usual time of 10AM. 
 
Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro.” - Hunter S. Thompson


Good morning to all of you children of the brine! Another glorious morning with the sun up, temperatures at a balmy 64 degrees and just about everyone and their grandmother in the H2O this day. The only two things that seem to be working today are the surf and yours truly. Loaded parking lot and I'm sure more than a few wave enthusiasts as well. Snap on the neoprene and glide, Clyde!
 

CHANNEL: The Mali-Bo bar is working as well as the left on the Groin Pole from waist to shoulder high. LOADS of craft of every description are out there now failing about. What are you waiting for? Be part of the "surf amoeba" and get out there and jam that break even more!
 
PATCH: Waist (+) at the Snags and inside. Only about four (4) logs out there seeming to be enjoying the solitude of sliding an emerald gem.

 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
LOW: 4:04 am 2.7'

HIGH: 10:08 pm  6.2'

LOW: 5:01 pm  -0.6'


 

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.

Daily Surf Report - 12/15/2013

 
 
 
Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“If you want to live a truly passionate life you must embrace both good and evil, then choose one to hold nearest your heart.” - anonymous.


Icy wonderlands coating the whole world today and all the Christmas carolers are ready with coffee in hand. The most beautiful thing about this time of year is not what is bought and wrapped underneath a dead tree, but rather the feelings brought up by the crystal in your heart. There is no time to be selfish, no time to be unaware and under stress. This life is something to be experienced and shared. Bring what you can to the table and start the feast. I'm not the only one imagining. Surf looks shred-able shareable and with an air temp of 45*f its feeling like a warm bath and foot massage from a Swedish masseuse.
 

CHANNEL: Backhand to the sand if your ridding with your left forward. You know what I'm talking about. DO you pick up what I'm putting down? I'm seeing chest high sets if your about 5'9 and some reeling knee high rippers for some cross stepping power. Bring a fast board and enter the void. Let go and go forth. Glassy as can be.

 
PATCH: High tide makes some salty rides. Knee to waist high plus for the average human body and Joe, Fred, and Kevan are throwing shakas and stretch fives all over this place. Get on it and find that sweet spot on your stick that makes these longboard-able rhythmic energy waves come alive. Watch your step at the low tide, may not be as choice here. Good times come to us now.

 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
HIGH: 9:32 am 6.3'

LOW: 4:27 pm  -0.6'

HIGH: 11:35 pm  4.8'
 

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.

Daily Surf Report - 12/14/2013

 
 
Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“All human wisdom is summed up in two words; wait and hope.” - Alexandre Dumas


Creative morning with foraging foxes about.  If you know their language you can having a fulfilling communique.  Owls and bats hunting for breakfast as we all know it is the most important meal of the day.  Throw in a black cat for good luck and the day is off to a roaring start.  There is a whole world out there with lots going on in the early hour moonlight.  Currently clear blue skies and sunshine.  Very calm and still with a temp of 41F.  Expect warmth today with temps reaching into the 60s as high pressure is in play.  W/NW swell started building last night and a little S swell in the background.  Size is not big but direction and shape look promising.  Tide is very high and peaking currently which has it soft and shut down.  Plenty of beach dumpers and ramp thumpers now that are not good for the bare feet as they carry toe smashing rocks.  Bumps are out there but not perfectly rideable yet with just too much water now. Outgoing should improve things and give you something your longboard will agree with.  It is a magically beautiful day and Santa will be downtown around 2pm so bring your lists.
 

CHANNEL: Water and waves up the boat ramp that have scattered the wall watchers and fishermen alike.  Run for cover unless you want to have wet clothing.  If you are wearing neoprene than dive in as the water is fine and still feels warm even if the air and ground isn't. Tide has just reached maximum density and peaked.  Too high to allow for much real surfing currently but the outgoing could improve the shape as there are rollers out there that just need to find the bottom and break.  Wave size is relative but mostly thigh high at the moment.  I yearn for more and it may be out there for the taking.

 
PATCH: A few almost waves with hints and whispers of potential.  The S swell is small and the tide is large so not the best love connection being made today.  Let the tide drop and maybe it will turn on for the log enthusiast. 
 

 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
HIGH: 8:55 am 6.3'

LOW: 3:50 pm  -0.4'

HIGH: 10:50 pm  4.7'
 

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.

Daily Surf Report - 12/13/2013

 
 
Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“Continuous effort not strength or intelligence is the key to unlocking our potential.” - Black Elk - Lakota Chief


Friday the 13th but fear not as the day is sunny, clear and crisp with red, white and blue skies.  Temp down to 41F and still a frosty morning but high pressure returns to the Bay Area today along with E winds and another warming trend through the weekend.  Expect dry, clear weather with temps into the 60s.  Still waiting for the W/NW swell to arrive as a little S will blend into the background.  Good conditions on the horizon but currently still very small and higher tides keeping things shut down.  Keep fingers crossed and burn some purple sage today as the surf is coming - just like Christmas.

 

CHANNEL: Tide has peaked and will start to drain out the lagoon shortly.  Mind the rip unless you want a one-way ticket to visit Stinson.  Currently very small with just an occasional inside Channel roller that is knee high if it breaks.  Next swell on the way is good for this spot but it is not here yet and the high tide is keeping it all on the down low.  It is a beautiful morning and will remain that way through the day.  Hoping for more soon but less is what we currently have. 

 
PATCH: Outgoing waves off the wall and from shore looking like the best bet here currently.  Very flat yet I spy a janitor that is both prone and upright and in the water as well making the most of a gorgeous morning.  It is not always the quantity of waves but the quality that is important and 1 good wave will make today an outright success. 
 

 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
HIGH: 8:15 am 6.3'

LOW: 3:08 pm  -0.2'

HIGH: 9:58 pm  4.5'
 

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.

Daily Surf Report - 12/12/2013

 
 
Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.” - Hamilton Wright Mabie


I sense thawing and a warming trend in my bones and bare legs.  Again it is sunny but temps are already up to 45F and the lowest in the valleys was 29F so things are moving in a positive direction especially for the no pants crew.  I also detect a building WNW swell that should arrive on Friday and hold through the weekend.  Clear and sunny skies are in play for the foreseeable future so surf may be inevitable shortly.  As for today it is Lake Bolinas with high swamped out tide and no waves to ride.  There are still endless possibilities out there if your eyes and mind are open to change.  Let nature be your guide today but leave the surfboard at home. 

 

CHANNEL: Tide has peaked and will drain out for the next 5 hours.  Would be good conditions if there was any swell - which there isn't.  Very flat and no one out - not even a SUP today.  Swimming and fishing should move up on your "things to do" list as surfing is not currently possible.  Stay tuned for updates of a significant nature as a new WNW swell is on the way.

 
PATCH: Flat and more flat here.  Beautiful and serene but not for surfing. Sorry we cannot improve conditions. 

 

 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
HIGH: 7:33 am 6.2'

LOW: 2:22 pm  0.2'

HIGH: 8:58 pm  4.3'
 

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.
 

Daily Surf report - 12/11/2013

 
 
We will be closing early today. We will re-open tomorrow at our usual time of 10AM.
 
Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“Love of beauty is taste. The creation of beauty is art” - Ralph Waldo Emerson


Good morning everyone and happy middle of the week. Yes, it is still a bit on the chilly, chill, chill side of the thermometer at a brisk 44 degrees but things are warming up a smidgen and as far as I'm concerned, that is muy bueno. The sun is out and slinking closer to the horizon and there is more than a bit of an off-shore-to-side-shore wind ruffling the waters feathers. As for surf.... gee, after watching both spots for exactly 22 minutes while sipping my coffee and listening to Miles Davis it is one of the rare mornings where nothing, and I mean NOTHING resembling a wave came through. Hey, it's a clear day and a SUP tour could be in your near future. Any changes that may arise today I'll be sure to report them right here.

 

CHANNEL: Draining lagoon, not a wave to be seen and the Pelican just moseying on through on his Janitor special doing his morning exercise paddle.

 
 PATCH: Choppy, sloppy and not much else. Sorry.

NEWS: Today in Brazil the very last Volkswagen Van will roll of the assembly line and will be discontinued. Surfers the world over hang their collective heads and weep.


RIP Steve "Steve-O" McAlpin - who passed away Monday after a fire destroyed his home.  Long-time Bodega Bay resident and Sonoma County surfer.  Steve loved Bolinas and especially the Patch.  He will be missed by everyone.

 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
HIGH: 6:47 am 6.1'

LOW: 1:27 am  0.7'

HIGH: 7:46 pm  4.2'
 

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.
 

Daily Surf Report - 12/10/2013

 
 
Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“Love of beauty is taste. The creation of beauty is art” - Ralph Waldo Emerson


Good morning everyone and happy middle of the week. Yes, it is still a bit on the chilly, chill, chill side of the thermometer at a brisk 44 degrees but things are warming up a smidgen and as far as I'm concerned, that is muy bueno. The sun is out and slinking closer to the horizon and there is more than a bit of an off-shore-to-side-shore wind ruffling the waters feathers. As for surf.... gee, after watching both spots for exactly 22 minutes while sipping my coffee and listening to Miles Davis it is one of the rare mornings where nothing, and I mean NOTHING resembling a wave came through. Hey, it's a clear day and a SUP tour could be in your near future. Any changes that may arise today I'll be sure to report them right here.

 

CHANNEL: Draining lagoon, not a wave to be seen and the Pelican just moseying on through on his Janitor special doing his morning exercise paddle .

 
 PATCH: Choppy, sloppy and not much else. Sorry.


RIP Steve "Steve-O" McAlpin - who passed away Monday after a fire destroyed his home.  Long-time Bodega Bay resident and Sonoma County surfer.  Steve loved Bolinas and especially the Patch.  He will be missed by everyone.

 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
HIGH: 6:47 am 6.1'

LOW: 1:27 am  0.7'

HIGH: 7:46 pm  4.2'
 

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.
 

Daily Surf Report - 12/9/2013

 

 It should come as no surprise that we will be closing early today. We will re-open tomorrow morning at 10AM.
 
Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“When you can snatch the pebble from my hand then it will be time for you to leave.” - Master Po


GAAAAAAAA! G-g-good m-m-morning everyone in the new ice age! It's so cold at the beach today that I swear I just went past a snow man who was wearing a sweater and holding a cup of coffee and heard him say, "Screw this! I'm moving to Hawaii!" (It's 73 degrees in Lahaina right now...). Right now as of this writing it is 36 degrees and is supposed to warm up somewhere South of 50 degrees.... big whoop. According to the local weather records this will be the longest cold snap in the bay area since 1972. As for waves.... not much happening but if you have a deep sea wetsuit (perhaps a diving bell?) you could go for a paddle.... The empty parking lot speaks volumes.
 

CHANNEL: Ankle high croakers getting slapped around like it owes the outgoing lagoon money. Maybe later... maybe not.

 
 PATCH: What can one say? It's flat, it's cold, it's sad... but hey! The sun is out!

 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
HIGH: 5:08 am 5.7'

LOW: 11:11 am  1.8'

HIGH: 4:57 pm  4.5'
 
LOW: 10:51 pm  0.7'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.
 

Daily Surf Report - 12/8/2013

 
 
 
CloSiNg EaRlY, at 4:00 PM - C@11 IN aDvAnCe- :)
 
Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“Force anger, and I will respond with love.” - aynonomus

Its a nipply one out there today with little to no survivors of last nights freeze. While gazing longingly at the sea some grow feelings of warmth. This is not happening today as the air temp is at a bone cracking 38*F. Lets look at all the things manifesting themselves for our  possible pleasure today. We have the sun, we have the sea, we have a hot cup of liquid in our bellies. All is good in this world. Change your reality, its going to be a cold one.

(group staring contest held at 1:17PM. Grand prize  = 11'000$ cash) 
 

CHANNEL: I'm seeing the highest ever levels of possibility and some flat lining levels of probability. Its a triple over toe kinda vibe with a little bit of off-shore spray making these little slippers looking like I want a bite. However; tidal change may drastically effect ones ability to catch waves at this spot.
None of the gang is here and I am feeling lonely. No one out.
 
 PATCH: As little as you can possibly imagine. Go ahead, look at it. Keep looking... Keep looking. DO you see it? Yes and no. See something or nothing. See what you choose.
Sadly, at the moment no one is seeing anything because no one is here. Pray for surf.

 
PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
LOW: 9:52 am  2.2'

HIGH: 3:38 pm  5.0'
 
 LOW: 9:53 pm  0.2'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.
 

Daily Surf Report - 12/7/2013

 
 
Inspirational crystal quote of the day:
“Tell me and I'll forget; show me and I may remember; involve me and I'll understand.” - Chinese Proverb


Rain overnight but clear and sunny again this morning.  No clouds, no wind and temps have warmed up to 39F already.  Crisp and clear and beautiful days await us.  There are hot spots, cold spots, wet spots, dry spots, icy spots, bright spots, dark spots, foxes and squirrels out and about.  Take it slow, keep it classy, calm and collected on the drive out and enjoy this fine day.  Ocean remains small but getting waves remains a possibility.  Smoothness and small lumps appear from the depths and some can be ridden if your board is long, your mind is clear and your heart is pure.  Pull out your micro-slider equipment and put your happy pants on today for optimum pleasure.
 

CHANNEL: Peaks continue popping up and fizzling out after short excursions towards shore.  Small knee high bumps that will let big logs in and keep all others out.  That little Groin left and inside Channel right has got enough push that rides are happening but not too often.  You can get it if you really want it so make like Jimmy Cliff and find your groove at the beach today.  Tide just hit low and will start to fill in - couldn't hurt conditions to have a bit more push.  Time will tell but come on over and get weird today in our pond.

 
 
PATCH: A whisper, a hint and glance of small waves.  Just very small touch of S swell piques your interest about every 20 mins.  Mostly remains very small with inside rights at the Snags.  Size runs ankle to calf at this time.  The waves are rideable for the single-fin crew so keep one eye open towards this area as more water will help.  Some rocks exposed now but will soon be covered up.  SUPs and kayaks are welcome here and the lineup is currently empty.

PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 
Respect the Beach.


TIDES:
 
LOW: 8:34 am  2.5'

HIGH: 2:29 pm  5.6'
 
 LOW: 8:37 pm  -0.4'

 

WINTER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 10am - 5pm from NOVEMBER through APRIL.



Come out to rent if you need gear. We have a full selection of suits, boots, boards, and SUPs to rent every day and are only 522 steps to the beach.


Lots of NEW and USED boards are in the racks so come check it out. Full wetsuits, 3 and 5mm booties, hoods and gloves are in stock as well. If you are in need of a new suit or board now is a great time to shop. We have all the gear for your cold water surfing needs.