Daily Surf Report - 7/16/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.” - Confucius 


It's a cloudy morning here in Bolinas as the sun is doing it's best to push its way through and shine its radiant light upon us all. With air temps already in the mid 60s this morning, expect the sun to come out and for it to be a warm and beautiful day here once again. As far as surf goes, there isn't much to be seen. The tide is too low right now, but wait for later today as the tide comes in. The horizon is full of corduroy lines right now that are slowly rolling in and when the tide shifts and more water is over both the patch and groin, you can expect this 2-3ft NW swell to produce some fun small waves. But as has been the case for this week so far, the key is to wait for the tide and be patient.  


CHANNEL:  All of the sandbars are exposed as the tide is in the negative and still going out. Lines are forming on the horizon though so expect waves in the ankle+ range as the tide fills in over the bars. 


PATCH: Similar to the groin as the tide is too low and all of the rocks are exposed. Lines are rolling in and breaking on the way inside in the ankle range with corduroy lines all the way to the horizon giving hope to fun waves later today when the tide shifts. Wait for the tide before trying your luck and you may find some gems.

The Kahuna Kupuna is the only surf contest in the world that is specifically designed to honor the more experienced surfers (in age) among us!  Kahuna, in Hawaiian, means “Big Chief” and Kupuna means “grandparent” or “wise elder”.  The main focus of the contest is the Kahuna Kupuna divisions for men and women surfers who are 40 years of age and over, with separate age group sub-divisions for shortboard and longboard surfers. In addition, an Intergenerational Team Division and a Stand Up Paddle Board Division welcomes surfers of all ages.

This Saturday - July 19, 2014 from 8am to 5pm at Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica, CA.

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 9:04 am -0.3'

HIGH: 4:06 pm 5.9'

LOW: 9:51 pm 1.6' 

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 


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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/15/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“I don't wait for the calendar to figure out when I should live life.” - Gene Simmons

The sun is out, the winds are light, the birds are chirping, and it is just a completely beautiful scene across the town this morning with one exception... there is no surf. The tide is an extreme low and the NW swell isn't making it's way around Duxbury as of now. On the other hand, it is warm in the low 60s already and bound to heat up throughout the day with partly cloudy skies that will most likely clear up to create crystal clear blue skies perfect for a beach day. With winds light this morning and the forecast predicting them to stay light throughout the day, expect some small rolling waves to push their way through once the tide shifts. But for now, sleep in or explore the crustacean kingdoms. Who knows what wonders you will find.


CHANNEL:  The tide is too low to have anything rideable. All sandbars are exposed and the groin pool is completely out of the water. Small white water in the toe high range is breaking in ankle deep water onto the sand. Wait for the tide to fill in more and try your luck.


PATCH:   Rocks are exposing themselves in a barely legal fashion this morning over sheets of glass. Nothing working here with the tide so low, but with more water, there may be some short little rides to be had on your largest water craft. Patience is key for this morning.

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 8:17 am -0.9'

HIGH: 3:20 pm 5.8'

LOW: 8:45 pm 1.7' 

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 


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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/14/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“All human beings should try to learn before they die what they are running from, and to, and why.” - James Thurber


No fog, light S wind and sunshine greet us on this wonderful Monday morning.  Crystal clear weather with warm temps and a great day to be a surf camper!  Still primarily dealing with very low morning tides, NW windswell and a small background S swell.  Definitely needs more water to get working but the turnaround has started and tide levels will increase from sub-optimal later in the morning.  Consistency is possible if the winds stay light and the water levels rise.  Expect greatness in small doses.  A fine beach day to romp and roam and we expect a few waves to roll through as well.  Now lots of kelp covered sand and exposed rocks for all the amateur marine biologists out there.  


CHANNEL:  Low tide - No tide but starting the comeback to sea level presently.  Too low to have any rideable waves but in a few hours give another look see.  Right now just exposed sandbars and mini/micro waves that are ankle high and in ankle high water as well.  


PATCH:  All rocks are exposed and at full attention this morning.  A few knee high rollers making it in and breaking for a short ride on the SUP or big log.  More water helps to let the S swell in and for now it is a waiting game.  May have a narrow window of opportunity depending on the winds so don't wander far and if it looks like a fun wave then suit up and ride. 

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 7:31 am -1.2'

HIGH: 2:36 pm 5.6'

LOW: 7:44 pm 1.9' 

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 


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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/13/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.”  - Joseph Addison


Overcast and thick fog but not to worry as the full moon has charged all crystals and they shine brightly today and will lead you to the beach.  As to improving the surf conditions that is beyond some powers that we control.  NW windswell and background S swell looking for water as the word of the day is EXPOSURE.  Negatively low and negatively effecting conditions in the early morning.  Hopefully the turnaround brings wave action along with the high tides for your ocean enjoyment.  For now we see sand islands, rocks and fisherman folly but few waves of consequence. 


CHANNEL:  The tide is filling in and has a long way to go.  Pelican Island has appeared as submerged sandbars have popped up and been inhabited this morning.  Super small sand spinners for mind-surfing are available but not for real stand up surfing endeavors just yet.  Try wait as more water will fill in during the day and all tides after 12:17pm will be worthy of a look.  Ankle high now and empty lineup.


PATCH:  All rocks are completely exposed with the negative tide and the meeting rock is sticking at least 3 ft out of the water.  Junky and crunchy conditions yet a few loggers are giving it a whirl.  Mind your fins and feet on the rough bottom and follow your dreams to wherever they may lead.  Ankle high + in size.

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 6:46 am -1.4'

HIGH: 1:53 pm 5.4'

LOW: 6:46 pm 2.1' 

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 


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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/12/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“Yesterday is not ours to recover, but tomorrow is ours to win or lose.”  - LBJ

Some days are diamonds, some days are rocks, and some days are flat. Today is as flat as a a republicans tax dreams. Sheets of glass reflect the bay with the most serene atmosphere. Unfortunately this all means there is little to no surf. But do not be discouraged as the tide is just switching to an incoming tide from a negative low. With more water over the breaks, more waves may form and actually be rideable. There is also zero wind blowing and it is supposed to be out of the west today which, depending on the specific degree of direction, can blow side-offshore here. Either way it is the weekend and the beach is always the best place to bring the family and relax.


CHANNEL:  The tide has just bottomed out and all the sandbars are exposed as one SUP is trying to island hop from bar to bar without running aground. He appears to be having some trouble with the running aground part. There are small ankle high waves breaking right onto the sand and not much else coming through. Wait for more water to fill in before we see something rideable.


PATCH: All of the rocks are completely exposed with the negative tide and the meeting rock is sticking at least 2ft out of the water. Some lines are rolling through, but just keep rolling until they create what would be a XXL Puerto Escondido wave for an ant. Wait for the tide to come in more before we see anything start to break.

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 6:01 am -1.4'

HIGH: 1:53 pm 5.4'

LOW: 6:46 pm 2.1' 

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 



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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/11/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“For whatever we lose (like a you or a me), it's always ourselves we find in the sea.”  -E. E. Cummings

Come one, come all as the sun peaks through to shine on us all. It is a beautiful morning with a low cloud cover that is already starting to break for some sunshine as air temps are at 58F and the winds are barely blowing. Not  much in terms of surfing though. With the tide incoming till just past noon and already a lot of water on the bars and reef, the waves are small, swamped out, and scarce. There is a 1-3Ft NW swell coming down the coast, but unfortunately it is having trouble wrapping its way around Duxbury. Expect the surf to be small and for the winds to pick up later today and blow from the South (onshore). But that being said, it is still going to be a wonderful beach day to start off the weekend. 

CHANNEL:  The tide is incoming and there is a bit too much water on the sandbars already creating mushy lefts that are short lived. Waves are breaking in the ankle range with not a soul to be seen trying their luck. Try your luck later in the day when less water is out there, but be warned of South winds!

PATCH: Looking out here this morning reminds me of lake Tahoe. Beautifully majestic and tranquil, but utterly flat. The only thing working here this morning is the knee high shore break. This might be fun to body surf, but the tide needs to be a bit lower before anything will shape up here. A little more swell wouldn't hurt either.

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

HIGH: 12:27 pm 4.8'

LOW: 4:59 pm 2.4'

HIGH: 11:17 pm 6.9' 

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 



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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/10/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“Don't involve yourself in meaningless troubles. Find what will make you happy and smile because today is a new day.”  - Rexon Wilson

Welcome to Bolinas. A town that loves to welcome rain on a summer day. It is drizzling here this morning as winds from the south and heavy fog cover the town and bay making this feel like an early spring morning. Air temp is at 58F and bound to stay around there for the remainder of the day as surface texture makes the surf fairly jumbled. With the tide still going out and winds blowing steady, today is a good day to make a rain check... literally. There is some swell in the water though as a 2ft NW swell and smaller south swell push their way in. Waves are in the knee high range all around, but with winds set to pick up more throughout the day, it's not the best of days to surf.


CHANNEL: The tide is going out still, yet with so much sand on the bars and beach, it seems as if it is almost high tide. waves are breaking in the knee high range and closing out quick as onshore winds quickly push the lips down. No one out as of now and conditions don't look as if they will improve all that much based on the wind forecast for the day.


PATCH: Similar to the groin, waves are breaking in the knee high range and crumbling to a small condensed white water ride. The shorebreak is the main thing working here right now as the rocks are all slowly peaking their way through the surface. No one is out here either, but if you want to have some fun getting womped today I suggest body surfing here. It's probably the best call for today.

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

HIGH: 11:42 am 4.5'

LOW: 4:07 pm 2.5'

HIGH: 10:28 pm 6.8' 

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 



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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/9/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“You can do what you have to do, and sometimes you can do it even better than you think you can.”  - Jimmy Carter

We are open once again after a short hiatus for all you ocean warriors and contenders. It's another dreary morning with a light mist as we all wake up, but this is bound to burn off later this morning and afternoon. The South swell has slowed down leaving us with a 3ft NNW swell that is having trouble making it's way around Duxbury's and winds from the south are creating texture this morning. Though the tides are extreme and it is heading out as of now, still too much water over the reef and sandbars is slowing the waves to a crawl. But with the temperatures already at 58F, today should turn out to be a warm and beautiful day perfect for playing in the sand and soaking up the sun. 


CHANNEL:  The tide is high still and swamping out the sandbars as some ankle high lefts break across the middle groin. No one is out and sets are lulling their way in this morning. Wait for there to be less water for any hopes here today. 


PATCH:  Small rights in the ankle to knee range are breaking and slowly dying off from just inside the meeting rock which is in a complete incognito mode as of now.  Four logs and one SUP are trying their luck here this morning as conditions are challenging them all. Wait for the tide to shift a bit before the conditions improve and something a bit more rideable appears. 

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 9:04 am -0.3'

HIGH: 4:06 pm 5.9'

LOW: 9:51 pm 1.6' 

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 



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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/6/2014

WE WILL BE CLOSED BOTH MONDAY AND TUESDAY THIS WEEK. WE WILL RE-OPEN ON WEDNESDAY AT 9am. SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE. 

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“Go for it now. The future is promised to no one”  - Wayne Dyer

Another crisp morning here as the fog sits low and the ocean breathes salty air. While it may seem like a dreary morning, a 2ft NW and 3ft S swell are making their way to our little bay, but are still having a hard time showing up in full force. While the tide is a bit high and the sets are lulling in classic south swell fashion, waves will be here today. While winds are out of the NW today, there isn't a breeze as of yet and conditions are glassy all around. It's a great day to bring out all kinds of surf craft and to enjoy the tranquility that the ocean has to offer. But come quick for parking is scarce already and bound to become extinct later today. 


CHANNEL:   The tide is a little high as of now, but is slowly pushing back out as 20+ guys and gals are in the lineup on everything from logs to kayaks. The middle groin is breaking in the thigh+ range right now and should pick up in a few hours as a bit less water sits on the bars. As of now the sets are few and far between with the lulling south swell which is par for the course. Don't be in a rush this morning and wait for the waves to come to you.



PATCH:   Small little peelers are breaking this morning just beside the meeting rock which is completely hidden at the moment. Super glassy and breaking in the knee high range, but just barely. 10+ are out right now trying their best with this lulling high tide. Later this afternoon around 3pm with a mid to high tide may be the call for here today. But don't let that stop you from trying your luck.

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

HIGH: 7:13 am 3.5'

LOW: 12:19 pm 1.9'

HIGH: 7:15 pm 5.7' 

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 



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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/5/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“Everything that is really great and inspiring is created by the individual who can labor in freedom.”  - Albert Einstein

It's as if mother nature doesn't want the party to stop this morning after our day of festivities. While many of us are recovering from yesterday, the swell is pulsing through and lining up with just a slight breeze grooming the sea. A gift from the world to all us surfers. So while the hangovers and gloom may feel like a recipe for a slow and quite morning, the surf waits for no man and conditions are bound to shift later. Get out here early to score this morning. And what better cure is there for a bit too much to drink last night than a dip in the cool refreshing ocean and some fun waves to liven your stoke? With the air temp at 57F this morning and bound to heat up the fog burns off, where else would you want to be? Come on out and see what's in store for all.



CHANNEL:  The tide is going out and the waves are lining up  in the thigh+ range this morning mainly breaking in the middle channel and over on the seadrift side. Eight logs and Six SUPs dominating the peaks this morning with one sailboat sitting outside enjoying the front row seats. Come on out before the tide bottoms out today or enjoy the incoming tide later this afternoon, but be warned of the winds later today.



PATCH:  The patch has just gotten back from the salon this morning and is cleaned up, clean cut, and clean shaved (groomed) with waves in the thigh high range and rolling their way to the inside. Only 4 guys out on various watercraft making it look easy. Don't wait too long for this spot or the tide will expose the rocks and the shape may deteriorate. 

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

HIGH: 5:45 am 3.7'

LOW: 11:25 am 1.6'

HIGH: 6:31 pm 5.4' 

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 



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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/4/2014

Super Limited / 1 Day Only / Holiday Special Hours Today:

9am - 3pm with last rental at noon.

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“We must be free not because we claim freedom, but because we practice it”  - William Faulkner


Uninvited guest here to spoil the party.  S winds have arrived and it does not bode well for surfing conditions.  Overcast and very breezy morning with temps at 54F.  NW windswell and the start of the S swell in play but getting knocked down and out by the winds at this time.  The bunting is out all over town and the holiday festivities will still reign supreme but the watery endeavors may suffer today overall.  Always hold on to the truth.  Don't let others sway your heart.  Don't compromise yourself for the sake of temporal groovyness.  Be separate from the crowd that is awash with normality by standing on a firm foundation.  Never waver in your love or faith, and in all you do, please be true.


CHANNEL:   Tide is OK and there is activity in the water but the S winds are having their way right now and tearing it up.  NW windswell showing itself at the Groin pole rights and on Channel lefts but the waves are choppy and sectiony at best right now.  Size has potential to reach waist high but with the tide heading low and the winds on it stiffly it does not look like much surfing activity will occur here today.  Plenty of wall and beach jockeys giving it the stink eye but no one has ventured to put on a suit yet.



PATCH:   A bit protected from the winds but still feeling the effects.  Not stopping those determined to get wet from exploring the area and finding knee to thigh high rights that are nearly surfable.  A few SUPs and logs in the water making the most of the holiday experience and getting some exercise before the Tug of War begins in earnest.  Find a wave if you are so inclined and if the wind stops and the S fills in this spot will be a gem today.  

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

HIGH: 4:33 am 4.0'

LOW: 10:38 am 1.1'

HIGH: 5:49 pm 5.2'

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 



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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/3/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day: 
“Sometimes it's not the strength but gentleness that cracks the hardest shells." - Richard Paul Evans


Overcast and calm as glassy-ness prevails.  No wind to speak of and the temp is 57F.  Sun has been appearing late in the day and we expect another encore performance again today.  Hints, whispers, rumor and innuendo about a new S swell percolate through the air but nothing showing itself as of yet.  For now leftovers from NW windswell and decaying S swell are what we have to enjoy.  Fear not for today brings another opportunity for greatness and enlightenment.  Set your sights high and achieve ALL that you desire.  Put on your suit and strap your feet to your board.  Explore new terrain and never look back.  The surf will find you if you choose to seek.  


CHANNEL:   Low tide and still dropping.  Chopped and diced as the water pulls back over the exposing bars.  Still some NW windswell showing itself but mostly in the Channel proper in the deeper water.  A few chunks to ride and going right or left is truly your personal choice.  Mali-Bo has potential but may need to wait for the tide turnaround to really show improvement.  It is surfable and many will make the effort.  Success is in the eye of the beholder and I spy good vibes on the horizon.  Size overall looks to be thigh to waist high. 



PATCH:   Tide dropping but not too low today.  Still enough water make things happen here and if the S swell hits this will be the spot.  For now super smooth an the occasional rideable bump mostly inside around the Snags.  A small rolling right in the knee high ++ range but goodness for your log today.  Rocks are exposing but many will remain covered and lurking.  Patience and a keen eye will be rewarded today.

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

HIGH: 3:35 am 4.4'

LOW: 9:56 am 0.7'

HIGH: 5:10 pm 5.1'

LOW: 11:09 pm 2.3' 

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 



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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/2/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day:  
“Bring your positive energy and the day will follow" - Sam "The Young Buck" Jepson
 
Another dreary morning as we all start to slowly crawl out of bed reaching for that ritualistic cup of warm, caffeinated liquid. The fog is heavy and low set as the heat streak of last week has official left the area. It's a cool 56F this morning and if yesterday was any indicator, it won't be getting above 65F anytime today. With a small 1ft WNW  combined wind and ground swell, not much is making it's way around the Duxbury reef. With the tide still going out, today is one of those days where it is better to sleep in and show up late, if at all. The key for today is to WAIT  for the tide to shift and then decide from there.


CHANNEL:   Once again, as is the norm for a low tide as of late, all of the sandbars are exposed turning any sort of rideable wave into shore break. As of now there is one peak in the middle channel that looks as if it is lining up a bit, but crashing over inches of water in the ankle high range. One SUP and two logs heading out to give it their all.



PATCH:   There is very little water moving this morning. Slight bumps are rolling from the meeting rock and not quite breaking till reaching the dry skags on the inside. More water needs to fill in here before anything rideable forms. Once again the key word is Wait!

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 9:17 am 0.3'

HIGH: 4:33 pm 5.0'

LOW: 10:08 pm 2.5'

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 

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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 7/1/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day:  
“Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future." - JFK
 

Standing above the overlook this morning makes one song come to mind, misty mountain top. Yes, it's a dreary morning out here with a slight mist dampening these streets. It's a crisp 58F this morning and holding steady with a slight breeze, so if you're planning on hopping on over the hills from Mill Valley or Petaluma or what have you, maybe take it slow and have a nice cup of joe as the surf isn't looking any better than the sky. There is a slight texture out there as the tide is just about bottoming out and the waves are slowly rolling and mushing out. Experts may say that it is a good day to sleep in and wait for the tide to shift and sun to show. 


CHANNEL:   All the sandbars are exposed this morning as the shore barely reaches the groin sign with just the smallest nibble of an ankle to thigh high wave crumbling through. Wait for the tide to come up more before seeing any improvement. No one is out though so maybe you would like to be king of the peak for a short while? The choice is up to you.


PATCH:  For those about to rock... The tide is low and everything is exposed, from the Olympus Scandal (look it up) to the crab kingdoms. Waves are breaking by the meeting rock (but just barely) in that ankle range and crumbling as they make their way slowly to shore. Three, count them 3, guys are out on logs trying their luck and having very little. If you want to head out, bring your airplane wings because you're gonna need a little help.

  PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 8:41 am 0.0'

HIGH: 3:58 pm 4.9'

LOW: 9:13 pm 2.6'

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 

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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 6/30/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day:  
“When we talk to God, we're praying. When God talks to us, we're schizophrenic." - Jane Wagner
 

Good morning everyone and welcome to another week of summer. Yes, it is another spectacular morning here at the beach. It's already 58 degrees and the sun is up smiling upon our little coastal hamlet as the birds are all out singing in the key of Laura Nyro. Nary any wind as I write this but a little puff or two may come along later in the day. There is a bit of a bump in the water as well, but as it is with this time of year; the bigger the board, the better the glide.
Todays tip: Sun block, sun block, sun block.


CHANNEL:  With this low tide at the moment, there are exposed sand bars a'plenty as the lagoon is flowing out faster than Giants fans of the 1980's from Candle Stick Park in the 8th inning during another shelacking. Still, on the boat ramp side of the Groin Pole there is a section-y, waist high left to cruise upon. Wait for the tide shift and as that window opens, jump on in before it closes. Three (3) on logs taking gas as I write this. 



PATCH: It's "rock around the clock" at the Clam Patch this morning. Very exposed rocks as the twins grin hello to anyone who'll pay attention. There is a slow, below waist gurgler that is coming in from just beyond the Rock/Meeting Rock/Bulk Head that attempts to go left but ends up straight-off. Eight (8) or so various craft from big to enormous are out there now. 
 

PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 8:06 am -0.3'

HIGH: 3:25 pm 4.8'

LOW: 8:23 pm 2.7'

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 

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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 6/29/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day:  
“The most important thing is to enjoy your life - to be happy- it's all that matters.” - Audrey Hepburn


The doctor is in this morning and ordering a healthy dose of vitamin D as the sun shines in all it's glory. Not a cloud in the sky or a breathe of wind kissing your face as conditions are shaping up to be a very tranquil day here at the beach. There are endless possibilities on a day such as this with the ocean slowly making it's way towards our little bay and the birds singing in a Disney fashion. If only they were helping us clean our houses and to hang our laundry to dry as well. Temperatures are heating up from a nice 58F this morning with a decent sized WNW swell pushing it's way around the mesa making for some fun longboard waves. Tide is low this morning so expect the shape to improve through the afternoon as we head towards high tide. Bring your family and abide the doctor's orders and see what the day holds in store.




CHANNEL:  Tide is peaking in the negative this morning as you can island hop from sandbar to sandbar. Wait for the tide to fill in before setting your sights here as only a quick drop and turn in the knee high range is to be had right now. Have a late morning and head out with more water over the bars to be able to have nice long gliding lefts this afternoon. 



PATCH: Rocky kingdoms of the deep are exposed with the negative tide, but waist+ waves are still finding their way in just past the outside the meeting rock where 4 SUPs and 5 logs are doing battle with each other on a conveyor-belt of rights. Find yourself on the inside here for the reform as well in the knee to thigh high range. Let the good times roll as the tide comes in and the waves start to line-up more and more. This is certainly the spot this morning till the more water fills in (and still may be later today). Enjoy the day, bring your positivity, and waves will come to you. 
 

PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 7:33 am -0.5'

HIGH: 2:51 pm 4.8'

LOW: 7:38 pm 2.7'

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 

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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 6/28/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day:  
“Believe in your dreams and they may come true; believe in yourself and they will come true.” - Unknown


Minimally magnificent morning.  Glassy, gleaming and geared for greatness.  Find your path of inspiration and follow it to your dreams.  Let nothing stand in your way and never ask WHY? It is all out there for the taking today as we start with sunny skies and light offshore puffs.  Temp 57F and rising due to high pressure weather system.  Expect warmth.  Whipped windswell and SW swell combo-ing up to create longboard waves.  You'll need some more water to fill in to really make a day of it but tides are on the march IN and water levels throughout the majority of the day become favorable.  Is it a surf day?  If you want it to be it is.  Please let us know your results.



CHANNEL:  Negative low tide just starting the turnaround and heading back in.  Exposed bars and chopped up surface should start to smooth out as the water levels rise.  Very beautiful weather and the bars have settled and are set for glory and ready to strut their stuff.  For now just knee high wave parts that give enough to make a quick drop and go but provide little surface area to glide.  This will change by late morning and into the afternoon as will the crowd which is currently nil.  Find your inner stoke and let it loose on the world today.

PATCH:  Listless and low tide as things have bottomed out and are in a state of lull.  Inertia will get things moving back in a positive direction and the good vibes will flow again.  South swell efforts being made well outside past the meeting rock and further N in the Green/Africa exploration regions.  Inside Snag rights will require more water and therefore some time to get going and for now nearly flat overall.  Has shown itself and delivered thigh high + waves and should later today but for now No Water = No Waves.  Simple math and not rocket science.  Keep one eye open for improvement, one eye keen for rocks and your third eye open of new energy.  Empty lineup.

PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 6:59 am -0.6'

HIGH: 2:17 pm 4.8'

LOW: 6:55 pm 2.7'

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 

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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 6/27/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day:  
“If you don't know where you are going, you might wind up someplace else. ” - Yogi Berra


Glistening, glassy and magnificent morning here in the Bolinas hamlet of peace.  All hands on deck as the sun is out in full force and temp reads 60F.  Weekend warming trend in full effect starting NOW.  Unlock the secret to your happiness and success today by jumping in the ocean and letting your cares wash away.  Lack of wind and lack of tide not deterring the chosen few that are partaking in the watery goodness that exists today.  NW windswell and small background S giving just enough to make waves happen and the day could not be more Bo-beautiful.  Perfect for beginners and amateurs alike and also the seasoned barnacle as well.  



CHANNEL:  A little bit low tide but those bars are set up and the shape of the small waves is nice.  Just knee high grinders across that Groin bar left and a few miscellaneous leftover rights in the Channel making for a sparkling morning of micro-sliderish surf conditions.  Expect better when the tide marches in which is already happening although slowly.

PATCH:  Low tide rock exposure but still has a nice inside right hugging the Snags.  Slopey and soft but rolling along nicely to the inside sand.  A slow boat ride for sure but pull out the big log and plank spank the morning away.  Out past the meeting rocks hints of the South swell showing up with thigh high waves materializing then fizzling back to the depths after short rides.  

PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 6:25 am -0.7'

HIGH: 1:41 pm 4.7'

LOW: 6:13 pm 2.6'

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 

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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 6/26/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day:  
“Sometimes it's not the strength but gentleness that cracks the hardest shells.” - Richard Paul Evans 


Currently overcast and mild with temp already up to 59F and the sun threatening to make a break through the clouds.  Calm, quiet and windless as well with a glassy ocean and a bit of rideable surf to boot!  Plenty for the groms and gremmies to stay stoked on.  We still have that Spring-timey mix of NW windswell and SW grounswell that looks to combo up and produce waves.  Low tide now but favorable throughout the rest of the day as it fills in and holds good levels.  Wax em up and head on out as the day is shaping up to be just fine. 



CHANNEL:  Just below waist high but shapely and clean lefts just outside of the Groin pole this morning.  Incoming tide will help even more with some push and extra water to roll over the bars.  Looks loggable and fun with the deeper Channel bar and Seadrift feeling the good vibes as well this morning.  If the wind holds off this spot will work all day.  Currently 4 surfers on it.

PATCH:  Prepare to paddle as Green/Africa has a breaking wave and a holding left.  Size resembles waist high + and while there are long waiting periods it is a rideable wave for your longboard.  Just over, around and on the meeting rock a right will rear up and break as well.  Not nearly as big but a bit more regular in appearance with size going thigh to waist.  Empty lineup now but should have a few takers and the tide continues to fill in.  

PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 5:50 am -0.7'

HIGH: 1:01 pm 4.7'

LOW: 5:30 pm 2.6'

HIGH: 11:34 pm 6.1'

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 

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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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 - 6/25/2014

Inspirational crystal quote of the day:  
“If at first you don't succeed, blame your parents." - Marcelene Cox

End Of The Road  by Hoskin Firth

The scene: A little beach hamlet on a sunny, Northern California morning. Two raccoon's, Albert and Gary are sipping coffee while pondering the ocean and discussing the days activities...

Albert: "My goodness, what a gorgeous morning!"

Gary: "You said it, pal! It doesn't get much better than this!"

Albert: "It's supposed to get warm later today...what do ya think the temperature is right now? 59, or so?"

Gary: "Yeah, that feels about right. This side wind is a bit strong but look how it sorta' comes from the North a bit as well. See those waves over there? It's...it's...I dunno...feathering them a bit."

Albert: "Yeah, I see it. Those stupid humanoids over there seem to be enjoying it."

Gary: "Yep. Strange creatures."

Both raccoons take long, thoughtful sips from their coffee's and continue to stare out into the Pacific.

Albert: "Yep. a great day indeed."

Gary: "Well, not so great for Vince."

Albert: "Vince the squirrel or Vince the skunk?"

Gary: "Vince the skunk. You didn't see the carnage this morning over on Elm?"

Albert: "No. Did he finally get hit by a car?"

Gary: "Sure did, amigo. What a mess and what a stink! Yeesh!"

Albert: "....wow...."

Both raccoons take another long sip of coffee.

Gary: "Well, let's get going. All of the humanoids are beginning to stir and I want to get outta here before they start with their cars and littering and all."

Albert: "Okie dokie..... too bad about Vince, though."

Gary: "Yeah. But y'know, Al.... at the end of our time it seems like all we are is another grease spot on the road for some stupid Irish Setter to roll in."

Albert: "Geez, you're SUCH an inspiration, Gary, y'know that? ha ha ha!"

Gary: " Yeah, I'm pretty deep." 

The End



 CHANNEL:  Waist (+) emerald wedges that are lolling in just out-and-inside of the Groin Pole. Some are breaking pretty clean while others are doing the Section-y Boogaloo! The tide is coming in for breakfast while seven (7) bipeds are logging their troubles away. 

PATCH:  Thigh high slow pokes are grumbling and mumbling across the rocks this morning BUT there seems to be a little left located at the corner of The Patch and Green/Africa. Occasionally something resembling a wave in the waist high range rears its head outside but these it just dissipates back into the brine. There is also a very sizable left waaaaaaaay outside of Green/Africa, so if that interests you, pack a lunch, bring your passport and paddle, paddle, paddle. No one here as I write this.

PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. 

Respect the Beach.

TIDES:

LOW: 5:13 am -0.7'

HIGH: 12:17 pm 4.6'

LOW: 4:45 pm 2.5'

HIGH: 10:56 pm 6.2'

SUMMER HOURS are now in effect. We are now open daily from 9am - 6pm from MAY through OCTOBER. 

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. We have full wetsuits for men, women and kids.  Plenty of 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.