Slade
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this is a nice wave and you can get some tube time cos its bloody hollow.it can be quit sucky.there arent usually many if ne out in the water.
Additional Info:
dont surf this spot alone.it is quite dangerous.it is quite a steep wave so if it is barrelin youll hasve to turn in quick or ull get anyllated.there are a few parking space available but this place usually isnt busy.
Location
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FRom oxwich drive up the hill to oxwich green then go down a narrow country lane which is sign posted 2 slade.park ur car and it a short walk
| Walk | Short walk (5-15 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Sandbar |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy with rock |
| Power | Hollow |
| Frequency | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
| Normal length | Short (<50m) |
| Good day length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | South |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | NorthWest |
| Swell size | 3ft-5ft - 12ft |
| Tide | Low tide only |
| Tide movement | Rising and falling tides |
Crowd
| Week | Empty |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Empty |
Dangers
Rips / undertow, Rocks
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Oxwich Bay
0.79 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
Horton
1.34 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Sometimes breaks (50 days/year) |
Boiler Reef
1.35 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Frequency: | Don't know |