Farmhouse Stent
Nationally significant left along a subtidal reef platform just south of Stent Road; a slow peel that usually needs bigger swell, high tide and a SE wind. The least surfed of the three. It is listed as a surf break of national significance in Schedule 1 of the New Zealand Coastal Policy Statement. It works best on a WSW swell with SE winds around high tide. Watch for: reef.
Farmhouse Stent surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WSW (250°)
- Direction range
- 215° - 330°
- Size range
- 1.3m - 3.3m
- Ideal size
- 2.2m - 2.8m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 15s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Offshore range
- 90° - 180°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- high
Water temp
16°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
3/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Farmhouse Stent?
The Farmhouse Stent profile favors high tide. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Farmhouse Stent?
The Farmhouse Stent profile uses wind from SE (135°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 90° to 180°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Farmhouse Stent?
The Farmhouse Stent scoring profile favors swell from WSW (215° to 330°), a swell-height range of 1.3m to 3.3m, and a reference period of 15s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Farmhouse Stent?
The main season at Farmhouse Stent is Mar-Nov.
How do I get to Farmhouse Stent?
The spot profile lists NPL as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 45 minutes.
What kind of wave is Farmhouse Stent?
Farmhouse Stent is a reef break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Nov
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