Sweet Morning in Post-Storm Surf

Some days are just full of surprises. I didn't expect to see clearly delineated incoming lines when I rounded the turn past NB's, but there they were. I was hoping for just a good paddle in nice conditions, instead I got that plus some fun waist to chest high waves in the best conditions we've had in over a week.

During paddle out I caught a quick couple at Sarge's prior to heading down to Gdubs for what looked like more consistent sets. Sea surface was gentle with a light roll, marred only by a welcome offshore wind ripple. Tide was low going lower, slated to start back up again about 0830. The right waves were fast and makeable across the cove and there were a lot of them.

Surfed with Greg who got a nice sequence (see slideshow below) before he had to go to work. Then joined by MikeyB and Mash. Everyone got waves, and Mash got a nice sequence too (see slideshow below). Tops there were only five people out and it was mellow. All riders got waves.

I was surprised that this residual swell had as much energy as it did. Although sets were underpopulated with waves (some sets had only one) it was consistent and challenging. Paddled in at Sarges and caught a couple of nice rippers across the pocket beach prior to exit. Coffee after with the Boyz.
Thanks to MikeyB for his pics today.
February 26, 2008 (Tu)
In: 0705
Out: 0915
AT= 43 - 57 degrees
WT= 52.5 degrees at the farshore buoy
Wx: Sunny with wispy mid and high level clouds
Tide: 1.22 Falling to 1.11, Rising to 1.34
Wind: NNW at 3 mph to calm
Sea Surface: Light and gentle roll with some low tide side chop, light wind dappling to glassy
Buoy: NWS
0600: 7.2 feet @ 12.1 Seconds WNW
0700: 6.9 feet @ 10.8 Seconds WNW
0800: 6.6 feet @ 11.4 Seconds WNW
0900: 6.6 feet @ 10.8 Seconds W
0900: 5.9 feet @ 12.1 Seconds WNW
10'4" Angulo SUP with Infinity paddle
Rock reefs
Waves: 5 feet at 11.4 seconds (Nearshore buoy approx. ave.) Storm Surf Buoy Model