Surf: This morning’s dawn patrol: Mainly knee-waist high with some inconsistent + sets. Conditions are clean and glassy, but expect a solid wait between waves. Less tide helps.
Gear: 9’0
Yup, small and inconsistent in Santa Cruz. With warm sun, temperatures in the 80’s and almost no one out, I really wasn’t complaining about the long wait in between sets. I’d have probably been better off with the 9’4, but after seeing the rocks I’d have to scramble up and down, I’m glad I had the 9. Slippery rocks, cliff faces, and delicate surfboards don’t mix well.
Stop by some of the west breaks on the way home to gawk at the sunshine and waves. Gotta love California.