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CURRENT WEATHER: 11:23 PM PST
WIND: NNE @ 3 kts
AIR TEMP: 45°F
WATER TEMP: 54°-56°F
SUNRISE/SET: 07:04 AM/04:51 PM
KCASANTA78 (0 miles)
TIDE TIDES:
12/0303:17 am 4.06 ft HIGH
12/0307:31 am 3.60 ft LOW
12/0312:42 pm 4.49 ft HIGH
12/0307:51 pm 0.30 ft LOW
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SURF REPORT
Wuddup, this is davO with the report for Wednesday afternoon at 1:00pm.
SURF:
1-3 ft - ankle to waist high and poor+ conditions.

PM REGIONAL OVERVIEW:This afternoon we have our old WNW swell continuing to fade-with sets in the chest high range for most areas, while select spots pull in the occasional bigger set. Winds are light and surface conditions are fairly clean. Tide is still up-making it swampy, but things should improve with more consistent sets into the evening as the tide drops and the new swell fills in.


This Morning's Dawn Patrol: A few workable lines and shoulders to be had. Look for the high tide of nearly 5' to soften things up later in the morning.

WEATHER:
Overcast skies with light/variable winds.
SANTA CRUZ'S REGIONAL OVERVIEW:
Old WNW drops out further with mainly waist high waves and chest high+ sets at good spots. New WNW starts to build late in the day. Conditions are fairly clean with light/variable winds turning onshore for the afternoon. It's going to be a bit on the soft and inconsistent side throughout the morning with a high tide of nearly 5' at 12:42pm. Should see some improvement as the tide backs out into the evening.
FORECAST SUMMARY:
THURSDAY: New WNW builds further, showing the most size for the afternoon. Look for shoulder-head high+ surf at good breaks while standouts see some well overhead sets, especially in the PM. Clean.

Winds: Light/variable to light NE winds early, just light/variable onshore flow for the PM.
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HALF MOON BAY
as of 8:00 PM PST
on 12/03


SWELLS:
6ft @ 11sec
4ft @ 20sec
WIND: NW@16kts
TEMPS: A:53°F W:°F
PT ARENA
as of 8:00 PM PST
on 12/03


SWELLS:
7ft @ 10sec
4ft @ 17sec
WIND: N@12kts
TEMPS: A:53°F W:53°F
NEAH BAY
as of 9:00 PM PST
on 12/03


SWELLS:
WIND: E@8kts
TEMPS: A:46°F W:51°F
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LOCAL NEWS, PHOTOS AND VIDEO
LOCAL NEWS:
If you are thinking about a trip to the North Shore this winter, and would like to polish up your technique or talents, you may want to visit the SunsetSuratt Surf School. "Uncle Brian" Suratt has been teaching and coaching for over 40 years and has helped hundreds of wave riders take their surfing to the next level. For more info, or to book a session in Hawaii, contact: http://www.sunsetsurattsurfschool.com/

Save The Waves Coalition recently announced a groundbreaking new event, "The Value of Waves Roundtable," taking place Friday, December 5th in Half Moon Bay. The first-ever event will be at brand-new Oceano Hotel & Spa at Pillar Point Harbor, in the shadow of the word-famous big-wave break "Mavericks." The Roundtable will bring together thought leaders and experts from multiple fields to discuss wave and coastal protection within the context of Save The Waves' new global initiative, the World Wave Sites Program. Link to Surfwire for more information.

Making the Drop - self-actualization through surfing, is a service combining world class surfing instruction and life coaching launched by Santa Cruz based surfer and coach Barry Green. The vision for Making the Drop is to support clients in developing the capacity and skill to see themselves and the world in a new light through the practice of surfing. While almost any activity or pursuit can serve as a "practice" for personal development and growth, surfing is in a class all by itself. It is pure improvisation, an open-ended invitation to be in the moment, transcend limitations and glide through life with more grace, style, poise and power. Visit http://www.makingthedrop.com for more info to set up an initial consultation today.

The famous Katin Pro Am Team Challenge, January 20 – 24, 2009 in Huntington Beach (North Side) is ON! The event that brings the future of surfing mixed with current and past pro surfers in a camaraderie driven format. Who has the best team? Who will win the overall title along past winners such as: Kelly Slater, Shaun Tomson, and Tom Curren… For Entry’s go to: katinusa.com, - look for the “red” Katin Team Challenge in the right corner. Click “Entry Form,” fill in your information and email back. Limited space available.

Shark Alert: On October 6th, Jon D. was surfing at Linda Mar Beach between San Francisco and Half Moon Bay, when he spotted a big, white-bellied sharky. Please exercise caution when surfing in the area, andreport any shark sighting, encounter, or attack to the Shark Research Committee.

Holiday Sale! Glyde Surfboards is having a holiday blowout sale from now until Christmas. Brand new 9'2"-9'8" Single-Fin Longboards starting for only $425.00, The Signature & The Ten Model! Please go to www.glydesurfboards.com for more information and contact info.

Paul Ferraris just put up an all new website with tons of recent work. Link over http://www.paulferraris.com/ and check it out.

Chris Malloy's new film One Track Mind will be coming to a town near you. For up to date tour stops and announcements see www.woodshedfilms.com. Also check out Surfline’s exclusive interview, here,? with Malloy, including exclusive clips from the movie. And if you missed the World Premiere event at Patagonia's surf shop in Cardiff, click here to see highlights of the evening, as well as video of Jack Johnson's live recording for Dave Rastovich's efforts with Surfers for Cetaceans (S4C).

So, what’s your surf spot worth? Help us find out. Researchers at UCLA are conducting a survey of surfers who surf at California surf spots to evaluate their worth. You can help by visiting this link and filling out the survey:...

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