by Franck Gazzola | May 30, 2013 | Daily Updates
Well I am finally back into the swing of things. Our little baby boy Aart was born last Friday afternoon and as you can imagine its taken a few long nights to get our heads around. Thank you to all of those legends that have taken the time to write an email of congratulations to both Christie and I.
Now down to the nitty gritty. Of course I have missed the last few days of pumping Bondi, but this morning my appetite was quickly satisfied. Yes the swell has backed off considerably and is smaller at around 2 – 3ft but gee wizz it looked fun. There were barrels, airs, whacks – the whole works! It was a pleasure to be out there for the first time being a new daddy.
Today I am going to go surfing just to top it all off. After I change a few dirty nappies of course.
Out there! – Brad 🙂
by Franck Gazzola | May 29, 2013 | Daily Updates
It was still and clear at first light, but not for long. The light north-west wind began to blow early, dragging it’s cloak of murky doom all the way from the harbour, through the valley and over Bondi. As the thick, grey blanket of moist air crept over the beach, visibility become severely restricted.
It’s not often I can say in my report that Bondi was ‘pumping’, but today that’s exactly what it was doing. I am convinced it would have been way more crowded if you had been able to see the lucky surfers pulling into the draining, 4 foot right-hander’s next to the baths. Huey must be over the early crowds, decided to hide the waves today from anyone not willing to take the punt and make the eerie paddle out through the fog.
Sorry for the late report. I found it hard to swim back in with the waves being as good as they were today
Now, let’s go surfing!
Billy
by Franck Gazzola | May 28, 2013 | Daily Updates
It’s pretty rare to be noticed though, and I must admit, I found it quite charming on the beach. I left the sands of Bondi just before it became thick and creamy, but it seems to have settled on the entire City by now.
If you’re one of the fews that decided to go for a paddle this morning, you probably scored a few good ones, overhead, if you were lucky enough to avoid the close-outs. Hardly anyone in the water (the fog must have discouraged most), and quite a few to be riden. Now, it’s not the surf of the year either: it’s shifty, and a bit choppy too. But the banks produced a few barrels on the South end of the beach. Go try your luck !
On behalf of the Frothers’ Team, I would like to congratulate Brad and Christie for the birth of their little guy: Aart ! I’m sure you will join me congratulating them if you see them at the beach or at the Gallery in Bronte (Christie deserves most of the credit though ïŠ ). Brad seems to be the happiest bloke right now, even if he’s running around between the hospital and Bronte (hence why we unexpectedly were unable to send an up-date yesterday), and despite his sleep deprivation !
Finally, I just celebrated my 1st anniversary as your Frothers’ photographer, and I can’t believe how quick it went ! I would like to thank you all, people from the beach (or not), for all your kind words, constructive feedback and encouragements ! You’re the reason why I wake up early with a smile !
Have a nice day !
Franck
by Franck Gazzola | May 24, 2013 | Daily Updates
A little ordinary out there this morning, not as cold as I thought but the wind is howling from the south and if you’re in its path, you’ll certainly feel it.
Bondi is a very messy 4 feet and I was extremely surprised to still see quite a few early surfers turning out to take on the horrible conditions. Most of them, however, were from the ONEWAVE crew, proving that rain, hail or shine they are always determined to put on show in the name of helping depression and suicide prevention.
Pigs might not fly but there is one thing I learnt today – Cows can do aerials! And there is also something about a man kite surfing, dressed as a bright yellow Power Ranger that makes you chuckle, no matter how bad the day might seem.
The sun is breaking through folks! It should be a nicer weekend.
Enjoy it!
Billy
by Franck Gazzola | May 22, 2013 | Daily Updates
Damn it was chilly out there this morning. 4 layers of cloth and a beanie just didn't cut it down there at Bondi. The wind is fresh from the WSW meaning wave faces are generally smooth out. I did see some 4 footers but mostly 3 footers are hitting the line up. There's plenty of waves. Heaps actually – Plenty of consistency still in this little S swell that keeps on keeping on.
There are plenty of sand banks to choose from too. South corner, 2nd ramp lefts and 3rd ramp rights all looking the goods. The hard part is deciding on where to paddle out.
Apparently we are in for some rain in the next few days. It might get ugly out there….
Get into it while you can – Brad 😉
by Franck Gazzola | May 21, 2013 | Daily Updates
Another glorious morning with light winds and clean swell lines marching in. Yes, the waves are still there, even though it has dropped a little.
I’d get on the case today if you want one with a smooth wall as it’s going to drop, rain and turn onshore, in that order over the next two days. We should have some more waves coming again on the weekend but the weather may be a little chillier.
The water is still quite warm for this time of year at around the 20 degree mark and definitely warmer in then out, so no need for too thick a wetsuit today, a 2mm or 3/2 short arm is quite sufficient. Maybe keep the warmer full suit dry for when the weather deteriorates.
Have fun!
Billy
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