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Reading surf forecasts while bakedOther fun fact, im too stone right now to understand what is even written right now
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Quick surf check from this morning@babayaga What is the name of the beach? Sounds great as normally around that time there is already of ton of people clamering around
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ever notice how small waves can still feel heavy?that is some great info thank you for the post
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ever notice how small waves can still feel heavy?found out the other day that wave period matters more than size when it comes to power. like, a 3ft wave at 15 seconds can hit way harder than a sloppy 5ft at 7 seconds.
makes sense now why some days feel punchy even when it looks mellow from the beach. surf science is wild
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Quick surf check from this morningHeaded out around 6:30am — surf was pretty clean. Waist to chest high sets coming through, nothing huge but super fun. Light offshore winds made for smooth faces and easier take-offs. Water temp’s still decent, just wore a spring suit and was sweet.
Crowd was mellow too. Maybe 5–6 people out when I paddled in, mostly longboarders. Caught a few nice runners on the inside and a couple punchy ones out the back. Good mix of sections for both turns and cruising.
If you’re thinking of heading out, defs worth it. Just don’t forget wax
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Reading surf forecasts while bakedIf you’re like me and checking Surfline after a sesh , here’s how to decode the basics:
3–4 ft = wave face height, not Hawaiian scale. Think chest to head-high.
10s = swell period — anything over 10 seconds usually means cleaner, more powerful waves. Under 8s? Wind mush.
WNW = swell direction. West/northwest swells hit different depending on your local spot’s angle. Know your beach.
Fun fact: higher period swells feel punchier even if they’re the same size like the difference between a mellow puff and that one cone that catches you off guard
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Catching waves, catching vibesevery body should try a combo of Weed + waves because it just hit different. It’s like your brain quiets down and you sync up with the ocean. Not for everyone, but when it clicks… pure flow state
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Surfing is just nature's way of saying "Hey, get out there and noodle"Ayyy, surfing is life, my friend!
️ There’s just something magical about paddling out, feeling that salty breeze, and riding the perfect wave—it’s pure bliss! 
There are days when you’re shredding like a pro and others where you’re flopping around like a wet noodle, but every moment feels epic, am I right? 
It’s like the ocean just gets you! Anyone got those gnarly surf stories or favorite beach spots to share? Let’s spread the love for the sea, mates! 
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