Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Festive Cheer & Christmas Surf

So here we are with Christmas just a couple of days away and we've been looking to see where the best conditions may be for a Christmas Day frolic in the chilly waters around the UK & Ireland. According to the good folks at Magicseaweed we may be looking to take a festive trip across to Ireland to check out the waves at Bundoran, so get your 5mils, gloves and booties packed!

Here's a quick run down for you:

"One of Ireland and Europe's best waves. A good W swell, fresh S-SE wind and 2 hours either side of low tide, this place is a sight to behold - the legendary Peak can be an A-frame left and right reef break of immense power, breaking on rock bottom and spitting both ends! Prepare for a flogging if you get it wrong here - chances are you will too! One of those spots where sitting out on the shoulder and watching the locals show you how it's done is cool. Has a habit of breaking boards, people, hearts and, in summer, your constitution, as the water quality can be a bit suss. Rips can be heavy. Do not paddle out here when it's overhead unless you really know what you're doing. Great local scene. Be friendly, show respect and you'll find true Irish hospitality at its best. Think about searching for other options nearby. If it's too intense, or you just want to mellow out, nip round the corner to Granny's Reef, etc (ask around)."

Click here for info on more spots around the UK & Ireland.

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