by Franck Gazzola | Oct 26, 2011 | Daily Updates
Struth! What about the cold snap! Makes you want to reach for those Uggies again. I was surfing in boardies on Monday. Well, stand up paddling to tell the truth, but it was mid 30 degrees and blue skies. It was still a little chilly in the water at 18 but it was great for cooling off the heat.
It’s cold and dismal again today. I just managed to snap off a few quick shots at Bronte before the rain forced me to quit and hunt down a coffee. The surf is up but it’s a wind blown mess, with no takers but if you are keen to go for it, you had better wear some rubber because that south east wind isn’t mucking around.
For all those still thinking about having a crack at this years Single Fin Contest at Bondi next Saturday week, you better pull your finger out, as the remaining available spots are now down to 15 and dropping like an Indo full moon low tide!
ATTN: 1212PM – ENTRIES NOW CLOSED
It should be an amazing day of retro dress up and styling snap backs. Yeew! I can feel that youthful 80’s ITN feeling coming back already!!
For more info on the comp go to www.bondiboardriders.com
Cheers
Billy
by Franck Gazzola | Oct 25, 2011 | Daily Updates
As predicted the South wind has arrived to cool things right off. A thick blanket of cloud and showers has put a stop to that run of sunshine we've had for the last few days.
Today's temp will only hit 23 and there is also a 90% chance of rain. So be sure to take that umbrella to work today. As for the surf, well there is not much to get frothing about! The 20 knot onshore is making a mess of what there is. Which isn't much at all. Only 1 – 2 ft of weak wobbly slops from the ENE. The good news is that it should pick up slowly throughout the day and we'll have 3 ft of SE direction swell by tomorrow. Your best bet today will be either Tama or Maroubra.
I ran into Sarah Glover from Bondi Bikkies this morning while she was out doing deliveries. If your after some healthy treats that are delicious keep an eye out for her jars of cookies in one of the many cafes around the eastern beaches. You can tell that they are made with love!
Our gallery is open all day till 5pm. Christie had a day off yesterday and is raring to go! 145C Macpherson St Bronte
Stay dry and keep smiling – Brad
by Franck Gazzola | Oct 24, 2011 | Daily Updates
What a little beauty of a weekend we had and to top it off the hot weather has stuck around for us today to kick off the week. Did you get out there? Did you feel it? Get amongst it!
Bondi wasn't really doing it this morning, only weak dribs and drabs hitting the shoreline. You're better off heading over to Maroubra where it should be getting most of this NE wind swell. The water is sensational and will be perfect for a cool-off after a bake-off. I'm heading straight back down to the beach for a well deserved day off. May even go for a snorkel at Thomo's. It's going to be that kind of day! Don't forget your sunscreen!
Have a cracker – Brad
by Franck Gazzola | Oct 21, 2011 | Daily Updates
We're coming at you from Manly today and wasn't it a great start to what will pan out to be warm one – For this time of year anyway! There are still waves hanging in there and Manly had a couple of really fun 3 footers rolling through. Worth the drive today for sure, if your lucky to have the day off, as it's sucking that swell in from the ESE. The NE sea breezes will kick in again and today we'll hit a top temp of 27 degrees.
I have to say that I found Manly to have a very friendly vibe. I met a lady named Sue who just so turned out to be the production manager for National Geographic. Wow, what a fantastic job that would be! It was a pleasure to meet you this morning Sue. Days like this make me want to jump in the car more often and bring you some reports from different locations. I'll try and do that every now and then.
The gallery is open today and on the weekend at 145C Macpherson St, Bronte Top Shops. Don't forget to call in after your Iggy's bread fix.
Have a good weekend – Brad
by Franck Gazzola | Oct 20, 2011 | Daily Updates
This weather is incredible! Not a cloud in the sky at first light and a waxing gibbous moon perched high above. There wasn’t any need for anything warmer than a t-shirt, even at 5:30am. The waves weren’t amazing due to such a low tide but there were plenty of surfers out enjoying the 3 foot ESE swell and the still wind conditions on offer.
I called in to say hello to Bronte Lifeguards – Aza and Mouse. They had just set up the beach and were starting their long day by staring into the sun, making sure no stupid early morning swimmers got them selves in trouble. Everyone should count their blessings that we have such efficient water men on duty these days. It wasn’t always the case in decades gone by.
I just passed up a shoot last weekend in Western Australia, with Mark Mathews and a few of his crazy mates. Unfortunately, other work commitments intervened. I wish I could have been there as it looked pretty exiting. Check out the footage shot by Tim Bonython and see what you think. You can leave comments on the bottom of the page if you view this on our website.
Have a lovely day! – Billy
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