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Santa Cruz

Beach break (several named beaches along the bay)

GentleSuitable for beginners on a normal day.

Level All levels — known as a beginner-friendly hub

Santa Cruz surf spot

When it works

Faces
W (270°)
Offshore wind
E
NESW
the way it facesoffshore windsthe wind now

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Wind
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Swell
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Tide (approx.)
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Surf lessons in Baleal, Peniche, from a local surf family. Never more than five students per instructor.

The wave in detail

Barrel 3Paddle 3Hold-down 3Crowds 2Localism 2

1 to 5 on every axis, and 5 always means more. A big shape is a demanding wave.

Consistency
Very consistent
Longboard
Yes
Shortboard
Yes

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Santa Cruz

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