Surf: General: Heading east from Brandon's you'll cross into Hastings where trade swell offers occasional decent surf. Predominately lefts it is usually best for longboarders and beginners but can be fun when the surf gets some size. Similar to other spots along the South Coast, Hastings can handle the typical trade winds fairly well, resulting in typically clean surf. Tides: All tides Size: Knee high-head+ Wind: Normal trade winds are offshore Swell: E, ESE Bottom: Sand and Reef mix. Paddling: Not bad. Spot Rating: Another decent wave on the South Coast good for a variety of surfers. Access: Easy. Drive through Oistins and turn right towards Enterprise. Take the second right from there then the left at the junction. Crowds: Crowd Factor: Lots of beginners and surf schools. Local Vibe: Pretty mellow. Environment: Pretty good. Hazards: Not much. Season: Summer for tropical cyclone swells and trade swells; winter for trade swells.