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Teiki Mathieu Baillan surfing a self-made Alaya surfboard in Macaroni, Mentawaï, Indonesia. Photo by C. Naslain, 2009.
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Taupo Bay
New Zealand, New Zealand NI, NE Coast
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Datum: WGS84 [ Help ] |
Latitude: 34° 59.632' S |
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Drive along state highway ten through Kerikeri and kaeo and make your way to manganui and about halfway between kaeo and manganui there is a big turn off to taupo bay. follow the road right till the end. DistanceWeek-end trip WalkInstant access (< 5min) Easy to find?OK Public access?Public access Special accessDon't know |
Surf Spot Characteristics
Alternative name T Bay
Surf Spot Quality
Wave qualityRegional Classic
ExperienceAll surfers
FrequencyVery consistent (150 day/year)
Wave
TypeBeach-break
DirectionRight and left
BottomSandy
PowerPowerful, Fun
Normal lengthNormal (50 to 150m)
Good day lengthLong (150 to 300 m)
Tide, Swell and Wind
Good swell direction
Good wind directionWest, SouthWest
Swell sizeStarts working at Less than 1m / 3ft and holds up to 2.5m+ / 8ft+
Best tide position
Best tide movement
More details
Week crowdEmpty
Week-end crowdFew surfers
Dangers
- Rips / undertow
- Rocks
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Author: Anonymous Contributors (1)
Comments
By anonymous , 30-06-2004
killa spot - aussom im 13 and live their,its a killa spot fucking great surf ,me and ma mate tide rip it up.
By troy , 21-05-2004
respect taupo bay - Just make sure you keep your dogs leashed and off the beach. Respect the sea bird life there too. Quite a few threatened species down near the better wave action areas of beach
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By anonymous , 16-11-2005
Isobar Surf School - If you're new to surfing or wanting a Taupo Bay surf experience - i'd definitely check out the Isobar Surf School on Mako St - Taupo Bay. Great atmosphere, accommodation and really experienced surf coaches to help you rides the waves for grommets like me. You 'll be standing first day, no worries! More info can be found at their website www.isobarsurf.co.nz - Wicked!