Technical details of strand spot

Spot functioning

Works mainly in SE, SSW and SW, from October to March. Wind picks up early afternoon and can blow very strong. Rideable at all tides but low tide offers a wider beach. Many kite schools. The spot is exposed and can get very windy — bring small kites.

On the water

Chop to small waves depending on wind direction. Sandy bottom. Water at 17-21°C, warmer than the Atlantic side — a 3/2 wetsuit is enough, sometimes a shorty in mid-summer. Moderate lateral current.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Parking

Large parking along the Strand beachfront. Paid parking in some areas. Busy urban area but car break-ins remain a risk — leave nothing visible.

Hazards

Sharks: great white sharks present in False Bay. Strong wind: SE can exceed 35 knots, bring appropriate kite sizes. Lateral current. Boat traffic. Car break-ins.

Wind specificities

The SE (Cape Doctor) wind crosses all of False Bay and arrives side-onshore to side-shore on this west-facing coast. Typical strength 18-30+ knots — often stronger than Muizenberg as the wind accelerates crossing the bay. SSW and SW also work (onshore). Season from October to March. Wind is often more consistent and powerful than on the bay's western shore.

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