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Ocean Beach is a legendary kitesurfing spot located on the western coast of San Francisco, California. This 5km sandy beach faces directly into the Pacific Ocean and receives the full power of North Pacific swells. Winds are strong and regular, blowing from the northwest, but conditions are among the most demanding in California: frigid water, violent currents, powerful shore break, and often massive waves. Reserved exclusively for expert riders.
Very exposed ocean spot with frequent waves of 1 to 4m, sometimes more. Extremely powerful and dangerous shore break. Water is cold year-round (10-14°C/50-57°F), 4/3 wetsuit minimum, 5/3 with hood and gloves recommended. Sandy bottom with shifting sandbars creating unpredictable rip currents. Currents are among the most dangerous in California.
Expert
Open all year round
Extremely powerful and deadly rip currents — drownings occur regularly. Massive shore break making entries and exits very dangerous. Frigid water — rapid hypothermia without a full wetsuit. Great white sharks in the Red Triangle — one of the most active zones in the world. Unpredictable and powerful waves. Thick and sudden fog. Strong southward drift current. This spot has claimed experienced lifeguards.
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