by Franck Gazzola | Mar 8, 2012 | Daily Updates
I could hear the rain overflowing the gutter and running down the wall outside the window this morning, even before my alarm went off. I knew it was blocked with leaves and as I lay there, knowing I had no choice but to get up there and clear it, I couldn’t help but curse myself for putting it off all summer, knowing this day would eventually come and that it would have been much easier on a nice sunny day than doing it at 6 am in the pouring rain, dressed in nothing but a pair of boardshorts. How I hate domestics!
Needless to say, it was a wild and windy night and the rain is still coming down hard as I type. I didn’t shoot this morning, as it was just too wet. Hopefully the rain will calm down a bit later.
The surf has picked up to 4-6 feet with a few bigger ones hitting Ben Buckler headland. There are actually some big barrels out there and if you had a jet-ski and a death wish to charge the inside ledge, you could possibly score a crazy shack… or the beating of your life! It would be nice to see some tow-in crew attack this wave one day. A couple of guys are towing “The Cemo” off Bronte right now. It would be nice to get a couple of shots of them, if they are still out there after I get this report up.
For all you Indo junkies, I have thrown up a bunch of shots from a trip I did last year. It’s moving towards that time of the year again so I’m sure this will help push you towards ringing your travel agent soon.
Winds should swing more off shore through the day, so keep an eye on the ocean. It could get good!
Billy
by Franck Gazzola | Mar 7, 2012 | Daily Updates
This morning was the first real indicator that the season’s are changing, like the dial has been turned slightly to the left in nature’s climate control system.
The brisk SSW wind was biting when I jumped from the car at the beach early and I was immediately scrounging for the hoody I had thankfully left in the boot.
The surf is still a mess and even though it may have picked up a little, you will have to be content with some sloppy, choppy rides if you are keen to get wet today. A little rubber on the body wouldn’t go astray either.
Our gallery, at 145 MacPherson Street, Bronte is open today and every day this week including Sunday. We have a few new images on the walls, a new supply of our famous Frothers caps on the shelf and heaps more items that would make the perfect gift for a friend or loved one. Pop in and see Christie, she will be the good looking one behind the counter, greeting you with a smile.
Have a great day!
Billy
by Franck Gazzola | Mar 6, 2012 | Daily Updates
Average conditions out there this morning! Onshore S winds and the early high tide made it difficult for those that ventured out in hope of a fun wave. Bondi was breaking right in close and looked ok from the beach but after a little while I decided that it wasn't too much chop. If your desperate you may be able to snag something to brag about but don't get your hopes up.
The good news is that the swell is going to jump right up and turn angry for a few days. It should be hitting the 6ft mark by close of business tomorrow and Thursday looks to hit 10ft. Unfortunately flanked by S winds. I'll be trying my best to head somewhere down south and protected. Early Friday is looking good with light W winds forecast. Wax up that shooter!
Have you seen this yet? China River Surfing…… Mad
by Franck Gazzola | Mar 5, 2012 | Daily Updates
I hit the water three times yesterday and I am now officially surfed out. And judging by what I saw this morning so are the rest of you. It was mellow out there with only a handful of people taking advantage of the calm conditions and the fun 2 – 3 ft swell from the ENE. It would have been a great start to the week if you were one of the ones in the water. The wind is meant to freshen up a bit from the SW/SE so I'd get out there sooner rather than later! There are waves at all the beaches today. Might want to take a little bit of rubber with you. I was a bit cold in boardies yesterday but I am a bit of a puss! Please note – The sun is actually out again today!
What about that final at the Quicky Pro… Could this be Taj's year? I hope so. I wouldn't mind Stephanie Gilmore claiming the world title again either.
Here is the Top 10 Leaderboard of the Frothers Fantasy Surfer after the Quicky Pro…. You can still join up HERE
1. Christian Beserra – 835
2. Tally – 817
3. Pinkus – 800
4. Filthy Frother – 788
5. Jodie1 – 780
6. Adje – 778
7. Tommat – 762
8. Hipdog – 754
9. Colin Thackeray (Whoppa) – 750
10. Nick Sheffield – 744
Have a good day – Brad
by Franck Gazzola | Mar 2, 2012 | Daily Updates
I wish I had shares in an umbrella or a windscreen wiper company right now. The whole state is virtually under water and our own dam is about to spill over at any moment after being almost empty a few years ago. Meanwhile, the desalination plant we so desperately needed and had have for the cost of a mere few billion is still chugging away, pumping out freshly converted drinking water from our salty pacific. PLEASE! TURN THE THING OFF!!! NOW!!!
There is not too much to report this morning. Its howling southerly, the surf is crap and if you’re a bit slow and haven’t picked up on what I’ve been talking about… It’s raining! We are getting so used to it, I wouldn’t blame you if you haven’t really noticed. Anyway, if you want to know more about why, it’s all about a thing called El Nina and if you don’t really know much about it, I have found this LINK so you can brush up on it.
For any ‘Gidget’s’ out there the Bondi Girl Surfriders are kicking off their 2012 season at Bondi this Saturday. All ages and abilities are welcomed with open arms, the only prerequisite is that you are a local LADY! Meeting 7:30am in the carpark near the skate bowl – you won't miss the girl's gang. For more info go here
bondigirlssurfriders.com.au <http://bondigirlssurfriders.com.au>
Hope you all have sloshingly good weekend!
Billy
by Franck Gazzola | Mar 1, 2012 | Daily Updates
It was a kind of weird start to the day folks. The cloud cover was still lingering threatening our Thursday morning but just as I pulled out the big gun lens the clouds parted, giving me a little bit of inspiration to shoot some of todays surfing action! Yes people we have some fun waves on our hands today.
All the regulars were out in force. In particular Claudia and Julia were ripping it up big time and have improved out of site with frequent trips to better waves. It's hitting 3ft at south facing Bondi and the conditions are pretty good with light NW winds.
I like these silly videos…. WATCH
Oh yes, Pinch and a punch for the first day of the month!
Cheers – Brad
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