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Cappoons Bay/Bomba Shack

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Ideal surf conditions at Cappoons Bay/Bomba Shack

Swell window
NNW, N, NNE, NE
Swell size
4ft - 8ft
Swell breaks over
Coral, Rock
Wave types
Reef
Wave directions
Right, Left
Wind window
ESE, SE, SSE
Best tides at
Low, Low to Mid, Mid, Mid to High, High
Skill Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Seasons
Autumn, Winter
Board types
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard

Cappoons Bay/Bomba Shack surf guide

Surf: General: Cappoons Bay is a small stretch of coast with a wide open window to the north, northwest and northeast. In front of the famed Bomba Shack lies a perfectly A shaped reef which grooms incoming swells into ruler edged walls. It's the most consistent surf spot in these islands, so unless you're extremely lucky or ride it under a full moon, expect to share the peak with a few other takers.

The reef at Bomba Shack picks up any little bit of swell that's out there and will close out after about 8 to 10 feet of face. It likes a little west in the swell to get the left working and bowling up the rights. Tides: Any Size: Chest high-overhead+ Wind: Southeast Swell: NNW, N, NNE Bottom: Reef Paddling: Can be a good amount of work when there is a sizeable swell. Spot Rating: Really fun wave with rights and lefts on the right swells. Access: Park right there. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Can get pretty crowded when there are waves. Local Vibe: Not heavy but present. Mind your manners. Environment: Pretty good. Hazards: A few rocks on the inside. Season: Late summer and fall for tropical cyclone swells but late fall through early spring for consistency.

Written by Joris de Ruiter

Joris is a dad, husband, surfer, software developer, yogi and swimmer. He combines his passion for surfing and technology to help others catch more and better waves.

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