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Spot de Ann Ave

Ann Ave

Ann Ave

South Africa

-34.16 | 24.83

Overview

Ann Ave is a spot located at Cape St Francis, south of St Francis Bay. This beach/reef spot offers committing wave conditions on an exposed coast. The spot is named after the street that leads to it. The coast here faces south-southwest, fully receiving SW swells. This is a spot for advanced riders seeking solid wave riding conditions in the St Francis area.

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The spot works with SE to WSW wind. Quality waves during SW swell on the exposed coast. Mix of sand and reef bottom depending on sections. Rideable at all tides but safer at high tide (more depth over reef). Often committing conditions — check before riding.

On the water

Waves of 1-3 metres. Mixed sand/reef bottom. Currents along the coast. Strong chop in sustained wind. Water temperature between 18-22°C. 3/2 wetsuit in summer, 4/3 in winter.

Required level

Advanced

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Spot currently open :-)

Parking

Parking at the end of Ann Avenue in Cape St Francis. Small residential parking. Access from the Cape St Francis road. Quiet residential area.

Hazards

Rocky reef in some sections. Powerful shore break. Strong currents along the coast. Sharks present. Committing conditions — reserved for advanced riders. Do not ride without knowing the reef zones.

Wind specificities

Southeast wind blows side-onshore. More exposed than St Francis Bay due to position on the cape. Strength of 15-28 knots in summer. WSW is onshore with powerful conditions. The cape point can accelerate the wind. Conditions often windier than in the sheltered bay.

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