It’s difficult to know exactly what tide, swell direction, and winds will bring a peak to life. Many of us wander blindly through our local breaks, ocassionaly scoring decent waves when we should be getting more out of every swell. To get us on track, we spoke to Huntington Beach’s own Brett Simpson about the ins and outs of dialing in a lineup.
Know the Tides: When you’re trying to wire a spot, it’s imperative that you put a premium on knowing exactly how the different tides can affect the break. “The tides are definitely one of the bigger things that you have to be aware of when you’re really getting to know a spot,” says Brett. “They can completely change the face of the break. In just a few hours, you can go from surfing an inside bank on the shore to an out-the-back sandbar. Find out how the tides change up a break and you’re already on the right path.”
