by Franck Gazzola | Oct 17, 2011 | Daily Updates
The month of October brings sadness to many Eastern Suburbs' locals, in particular the Byron family and friends. As the dreaded day of the 12th comes and goes, shrouded in grief, the light at the end is the annual Chloe Byron Longboard Comp. A wonderful day when the community joins each other to celebrate the lives of those who lost theirs in Bali, 2002. In particular, to remember the exuberant beautiful young lady, Chloe, who is dearly missed by many. While the day is mostly about bringing the community together there is also a surf comp. Jessie Miley-Dyer won the women's event, Robyn Stonefield blitzed the stand-up paddle and local larrikin Harries took out the men's event. Lots of money was raised for the Victims of Homicide charity and smiles were on everyone's faces – what a great day!
As for today, in one word the surf conditions are ugly. Unfortunately the swell has been ripped to shreds by the southerly but, the good news is, the swell has jumped to 3-4ft at south-facing Bondi. If your super keen try Bronte otherwise wait it out till tomorrow.
Have a great day – Brad
by Franck Gazzola | Oct 14, 2011 | Daily Updates
Fairly dismal is the kindest way to describe the beach today. The sky is dark, the wind is up and the surf is terrible. Maroubra would be your best option for a tiny, onshore grovel but you may be better off heading to the office to get something done. Wave wise, the weekend looks average as well. A Longboard looks like the go if you are keen to make the effort and surf. I am sure a lot of you will, because after all, most of us are surf junkies and its the liquid fix that we really crave.
Even if the surf is average, it is still Friday again and the weekend is here! Lately, they seem to roll around so quick that I wonder where the week days go! Time is what we want most, but so often what we use worst. I guess that depends what you use it for. I wish it could be all for leisure but the reality is certainly quite different for most of us here in the city.
Anyway, enjoy your weekend, make the most of that spare time because Monday will roll around quickly too. Our Bronte gallery is shut today but it will be open all weekend from 10am – 5pm.
Brad and I were unable to shoot this morning due to commitments, so today’s pics are a little selection of what you might come across if you drop in and see us at the shop over the weekend.
Have a good one.
Bill Morris
by Franck Gazzola | Oct 13, 2011 | Daily Updates
Sunbeams broke through the overcast sky early this morning, revealing a somewhat average set up. There were plenty of waves rolling in though and occasionally a 3 ft set would wash through and unfortunately close out. The only hope was in the south corner at Bondi where a left was being ruled by young Bronte gun Tom Faddy. I think he won the heat this morning beating older bro Luke and old man Matt.
Some of you know that I was and am no longer a lifeguard. It's a little hard to deal with sometimes because I've been there since '99 and, although I've only been gone for a few months, I miss it. Especially the team environment and job satisfaction when you pull somebody out of the water. I ran into Azza Graham this morning while setting up the beach. One of the most respected lifeguards of Waverley he is also regarded by many as one of the East's best watermen. If you are ever stuck in a spot of bother and you see Azza paddling over – rest assured, you are in good hands!
On another note, Noah's Backpackers was the subject of an arson attempt last night. Some grumpy backpackers apparently trying to get one back. Hope there's some CCTV footage of them, endangering lives and damaging property, how dare they.
Please Watch This – Gabriel Medina ruling the Quiksilver Pro France
The gallery will be closed tomorrow (Friday) but we're open today and all weekend! Have a great day – Brad
by Franck Gazzola | Oct 12, 2011 | Daily Updates
Cool, clear and clean conditions at the beach this morning. There was a touch of south in the off shore breeze, which made it bite a little, until the sun rose above the horizon warming the hoody which I gladly pulled on before I left the house.
A little increase in the size today. Around 3 feet and enough to see the return of all the regular wave starved humans, frothing to get their pre-work fix before hitting the office.
The tide is rushing in, making conditions fatten up quite quickly. There may be a nice little right at Bronte later as the tide drops and a few off the baths at Bondi but at the moment its struggling. There are waves though, so no complaints.
Go get a couple. It always makes the day seem that little bit better.
I shot at Bondi the Saturday before last and I've made up a gallery for you guys to look at. If you were out there then CLICK HERE. You never know I could have well got a good shot of you!
Cheers
Bill Morris
by Franck Gazzola | Oct 11, 2011 | Daily Updates
After a week of dark and gloomy mornings, that big golden sun we missed so much finally decided to make an appearance again. It rose above a beautifully clear horizon, blasting its rays across the beaches and warming the hearts of everyone who made the effort to rise early and enjoy it.
The surf is small today, only 1 to 2 feet at best but its super clean and worth a cruise on your fish, log or SUP. Winds are predicted to go south eventually today, so make the most of the off shore breeze while it lasts and get amongst it.
For those of you who are interested in the history of Surfing and how it evolved for us here in Sydney town from the 50’s right through to the modern day era, The Museum of Sydney has a great exhibition running up until March next year. Click HERE for more info.
Have a great day!
Bill Morris
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