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Spot de Crayfish Reef

Crayfish Reef

Crayfish Reef

South Africa

-33.73 | 18.43

Overview

Crayfish Reef is a reef break on the Melkbosstrand coast, north of Big Bay. This advanced spot gets its name from the crayfish (lobster) reef on which the waves break. The south-easterly Cape Doctor blows side-offshore, creating technical wave riding conditions. The waves are fast and hollow, breaking on a shallow rocky reef. Spot frequented by local wave riders looking for quality conditions away from the crowds.

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Works with SW swell and SE Cape Doctor. Best at mid to high tide. Waves of 1 to 3 meters. The reef offers hollow and fast sections. Technical spot reserved for advanced riders.

On the water

Cold water (12-16°C), 4/3 or 5/3 wetsuit. Rocky reef with hollow waves. Currents. Abundant kelp. Variable depth around the reef.

Required level

Advanced

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Spot currently open :-)

Parking

Parking along Otto du Plessis Drive. Access path to the beach. No infrastructure. Don't leave valuables.

Hazards

Side-offshore wind. Shallow rocky reef. Powerful waves. Strong currents. Kelp. Cold water. Isolated spot. Sea urchins. Reserved for advanced riders.

Wind specificities

SE Cape Doctor in side-offshore. Wind of 15 to 35 knots from October to March. The offshore wind smooths the waves and improves their quality but makes return more complex.

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