Strand Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
SW
Wind
NE, SE
Surf Height
Chest to head-high.
Tide
Can work through the tides, but its best moments are when the tide’s filling in.
Strand Surf Guide
The beachbreak at Strand gets quite good, but several outside reefs and other waves make the entire area really interesting. The Strand is usually a small-wave spot, as it doesn’t pick up that much swell.
Ability Level
All Abilities
It’s an easy wave to surf, as is the nearby Koeel Bay.
Local Vibe
Doable
Pretty competitive, but it’s mainly people who live in Strand that surf in Strand.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Crowds are usually mellow, and when it gets busy, it’s still pretty casual.
Spot Rating
Fun
It gets good but it’s not that consistent. There are plenty of other great waves in the hood.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
When the beaches are good and there’s a decent swell running, you’ll be paddling.
Water Quality
Fair
Dirty moments, but generally a clean-water beach.
Hazards
Shark sightings, bluebottles en mass in summer.
Bring Your
Shortboard
Access
Easy access, carpark, car guards.
Bottom
It’s all sand at the Strand.
Best Season
Strand has glorious days throughout the year but tends to get small and grim through the heart of summer.
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