by Franck Gazzola | Sep 7, 2012 | Daily Updates
It‘s 5:05 a.m. as my iPhone blares its alarm. The pleasant little dream I was having is shattered and as I throw the covers off and climb out of bed, I'm wishing daylight saving time would hurry up and arrive. It’s all relative of course and I could just go to bed earlier but that won’t happen. Life is way too busy.
As I walk out the front door, another clean sky of twilight hovers above the houses in Sydney's east. The days are getting longer as Spring creeps towards summer and I will have to keep setting my alarm earlier if I wish to make that magic photo happen in time before sunrise.
Still tiny on the wave front, folks. Maroubra had a little ridable bump early but it will hardly be breaking by the lunchtime high tide. Maybe try the late one if you need to catch a wave.
Have you heard of John John Florence? The amazing 19 year old that charges massive Pipeline and Cloudbreak. He is also taking the professional surfing world by storm. Here is a little snippet from a story on his mom, or 'Mom John' as she is known. This lady raised him and his younger brother single handedly and is the reason behind his success. Click HERE for a read on this amazing woman.
Our Bronte gallery, at 145c Macpherson Street is open today and all weekend. While you’re getting your Iggies bread and a brew, pop in and check us out. I think you will like what you see.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Billy
by Franck Gazzola | Sep 6, 2012 | Daily Updates
Drum roll please…. We have a special update for you today featuring one of our casual contributors, Dave Campbell. During the week we bring you a report each day, and the photography duties are shared between Brad, Bill and Franck. But, today, Brad is back at school, Bill is at the fire station and Franck is days away from marrying the girl of his dreams in France. Luckily for us, we also have a talented bunch of casual contributors who help make up the Frothers Team. Today, Dave Campbell, is sharing some of his recent images of our local beaches with you. He's a talented guy and we love the way he captures the beauty of Sydney's East.
For more of Dave's images click here
The strong winds from overnight have not done much to build up the surf. But, as I walked the prom this morning, I did cop a gobful of sand that the wind whipped off the beach – be careful out there. If you're desperate for a surf, Maroubra may have a small weak wave worth trying.
Try to get out of the wind and enjoy this amazing sunshine. And, if you're in the area pop into our gallery and see some of Dave's work that we have up on display.
Cheers, Christie
by Franck Gazzola | Sep 5, 2012 | Daily Updates
Good morning Frothers! I'm writing today's update for Brad as he has headed back to school this week. He's studying up for his Coxswains – but don't get into a conversation with him about it, or he'll start yammering about bilge pump valves and engine smoke signals.
As you can imagine, Brad was running about like a headless chook this morning, trying to snap something to brighten your inboxes, without being late for roll call. Last time he was shooting in a rush he turned his water housing into a fish bowl. Today, the damage wasn't as bad. But he did punch something about 250th into his camera. I know nothing of shutter speeds and f-stops, however I think this mistake, a slow shutter speed, makes for a soft surf shot. If I've lost you, don't worry – I'm a bit lost myself. Just sick back and enjoy the ride.
The beach is picture perfect this morning. If you have the morning off today you're a lucky duck! Grab the longboard and get wet!
Cheers, Christie
by Franck Gazzola | Sep 4, 2012 | Daily Updates
I woke early this morning, way before my alarm. Some crazy male cat was howling in the back yard and obviously serenading some feline nearby. The birds and bees and cats! The joys of Spring time!
The waves have shrunk to an uninviting 1-2 feet and unless you are a backpacker or learner, you won’t get too much stoke today. However, in saying that, I’m sure that plenty will and just getting in the ocean is stoke enough. I think I’m still feeling a little spoilt from Fiji last month. I know my toes are, they have been quite numb surfing in this 16 degree water temp here the last few days.
While I’m whining about the cold, here is a little Surfline feature that just came out. It’s shot in a very remote part of the Australian desert, in The Great Southern Ocean. I was lucky enough to visit this area earlier this year and I’m in awe of it’s beauty. Click HERE for a peek a boo.
Billy
by Franck Gazzola | Sep 3, 2012 | Daily Updates
Spring has sprung, the grass has riz, I wonder where the surfers is? They're all out Bondi dropping in on each other on that totally rippable left hander in the corner.
It has been pretty crazy in the lineup at Australia's most famous (and crowded) beach but the waves have been smoking over the weekend and if you were lucky enough to get one amongst the rabble, I'm sure you would have been stoked.
It has been a pretty dismal for last two weeks as far as surf goes and to get some waves for the Father's Day weekend was definitely a bonus.
It's dropped a little today but it's still fun and no matter how bad the crowd is, having waves is always better than it being flat.
Big congrats to Bondi's Perth Standlick who placed 2nd in the WQS 6 star San Miguel Pro in Spain over the weekend. Great result Perth!
Have a great day!
Billy
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