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 😉
by Franck Gazzola | Oct 31, 2013 | Daily Updates
The beaches were briefly lit at sunrise by a thin, clear orange band which glowed across the entire horizon. The sky above was covered in a thick darkness of cloud and with hardly any wind, things remained that way for a few hours before the sun finally reappeared to brighten the day again.
The swell has dropped but with these clean conditions, there are still a few fun waves to be had. The water has warmed up as well to around 21 degrees, so before the wind picks up you won’t need much rubber to keep you warm out there.
Bondi's biggest surfing extravaganza has returned! AND THERE ARE STILL SPACES FREE IF YOU WANT TO SURF IN THE BEACH ROAD HOTEL SINGLE FIN CLASSIC this Saturday. You don't have to have a single fin, as there'll be plenty going around on the day. All welcome, including spectators – there'll be music, hilarious commentary, bad dancing (surfers dance before their heat), and surfing by Bondi Legends such as Cheyne Horan and Richard Cram. If you want to surf, email [email protected] (opens and masters/over40s, plus over 50s).
It will be HUGE!
Billy
by Franck Gazzola | Oct 30, 2013 | Daily Updates
The wind has swept the shorelines yesterday like there was no tomorrow. But there was a tomorrow (…today), but it left us with some fresh/cold air this morning, some wobbly waves in Bondi, and a few broken sculptures, especially in Tamarama (I feel sorry for the artist).
Bronte is the pick of the day if you want to go and catch a few. It's shifty, but you could get lucky. Unfortunately, it took too long between the sets for me to have the opportunity to show you a shot.
At the Tamarama Surf Club, there is a really nice exhibition or local artists, with quite a few Frothers shots on show and for sale, part of the profits going for charity. It's happening on the weekends for the duration of the Sculpture By the Sea festival. Come and say G'day and check the exhibition out.
Have a nice day !
Franck
by Franck Gazzola | Oct 29, 2013 | Daily Updates
Rippy little bowls were on offer at Bondi this morning. Plenty of options up and down the beach with a swell of around say 2- 3ft. A left and a right about midway was doing it while the tide was high but it looked like a bit of a paddle. I had one eye on the south corner too which looked half decent.
Hold onto your hats this arvo as you can expect a fresh change due to hit town around midday. Looks like we won't be back to normal until Friday when the winds turn back round to the north.
Enjoy the day – Brad
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