by Franck Gazzola | Nov 12, 2013 | Daily Updates
What an average morning! Lucky for me I was able to pull the lens out really early before the rain bucketed down.
Bondi had one of those mornings where you could easily be fooled into thinking that you would make it out the back no dramas at all – possibly sidetracked by the reward of a nice solid right hander at the end of such a paddle. A few made this mistake this morning and paid for it, while a few others impressed in the conditions. It's a strong swell running out there with a load of water moving. North end has a little more shape and is predictable. I can predict that you will not get cleaned up by a rogue monster.
Have a good one – Brad 😉
by Franck Gazzola | Nov 11, 2013 | Daily Updates
48 hours ago, November was living up to its word, with sun, amazingly crystal clear water, some tiny but fun waves, ….and a lot of people at the beach. Tough to find a square meter to put your towel. Then the Southerly kicked in, and with it, a bunch of low altitude fast moving clouds, playing hide & seek with the Sun, making it a pretty spectacular pre-sunset hour.
But yesterday and today are a different story. Rain, wind, cold. It's a mess ! Di-(wind)gust-ing !
We'll have to wait until Wednesday till it really gets better.
Until then, get some work done, or go get a nice hot drink at Chapter One in Bondi or at the Three Blue Ducks in Bronte.
Have a nice (productive) day.
Franck
by Franck Gazzola | Nov 6, 2013 | Daily Updates
It was a special moment for a lot of people in Manly this morning…
It was a special moment for Nick, a 15 year old kid who's been through hell, hospital and more surgery than most people would ever get through their entire lives, and who got to live on of his dearest dream: surfing with current N#1 ranked surfer in the World: Mick Fanning.
It was also a special moment for Mick, who gave some of his time, with a big smile on his face, for Nick and his cousin. He was not 50% there, he was 100% with them, talking, joking, telling stories from the Tour…and giving a little push to Nick to make sure he'd catch the best waves.
It was a special moment for Nick's family. Seeing him in the surf like this means he's finally out of trouble.
It was also a special moment for me who got asked to cover this moment for Nick and Mick. I'll be posting more soon on my instagram (@franckgazzola). It's not everyday that you can have some intimate time with such amazing people, whether it's through their incredible strength and courage (Nick) or talent and generosity (Mick).
I hope you're having as nice a day as me.
Cheers
Franck
by Franck Gazzola | Nov 5, 2013 | Daily Updates
I was glad I threw the beanie into the camera bag this morning but even with my hoodie pulled tight over the top, the wind was still cut through the layers as I stood on the cliffs above Bronte Cemetery early today.
The ocean is a cold, grey mess as reflected by the lack of surfers in the disjointed lineup this morning. Summer looks to have abandoned us for a day or two but by Thursday we should be back to some warmth and cleaner surf conditions again.
I spent a great day at the bi-annual Bondi Single Fin contest on the weekend. It was great to catch up with old friends and surfing buddies from years gone by and even though the waves were small, the standard of surfing was amazing on the old mono fin boards of the past.
Congratulations to winners Jake Spooner and Ian Wallace who won the Open and Masters divisions, respectively.
Have a good one!
Billy
by Franck Gazzola | Nov 1, 2013 | Daily Updates
The best thing that happened all morning by far was Mr Joel Pilgrams ride with young grommette Corbin on his shoulders. They cracked one all the way from out the back to the shore with of course some massive smiles along the way. This is all apart of "Onewave is all it takes" – initiative to help change people's lives with surfing. Keep up the great work guys! What you are all doing is mad!
To be realistic it's not that much chop down at Bondi this morning. Actually there is way too much chop! There are still some 2 – 3ft little rip bowls to be had but it is lumpy and bumpy. Tomorrow morning looks better. Don't forget the Beach Road Hotel Single Fin Classic is on tomorrow. If your interested in entering hit up Ben Davies at [email protected] – or just turn up bright and early in the morning.
If your lurking around the Sculptures by the Sea this weekend – be sure to drop into the Tama surf club where we have a cool exhibition going on. Franck has some amazing images up and my old favorite storm shot of Tama is also included. Check it out! A percentage of sales go directly to Tama surf club to help with renovations!
Enjoy the weekend – Now I have a fabulous wedding to go to!
Cheers Brad 😉
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