Avalanche Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
NW
Wind
SE
Surf Height
a few feet overhead to 5x+ overhead
Tide
All tides
Avalanche Surf Guide
Avalanche is a rock outcrop running into a small, sandy bay. It used to be one of Port Elizabeth's premier waves but has also suffered badly from sand loss and breaks infrequently, requiring large swells. It likes a low to mid tide. It starts with tricky takeoff behind the rock before a possible cover-up then into a fast, sucky right.
Ability Level
Advanced
Advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Can be crowded when it is on with the local crew.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Well-acquainted.
Spot Rating
Perfect
Regional classic.
Shoulder Burn
Exhausting
Starts working when it's well overhead...
Water Quality
Clean
Good
Hazards
Getting Humbled.
Bring Your
Gun
Access
Street parking
Bottom
Rock Reef
Best Season
October-February
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