Sandy Bay
Sandy Bay at Llantwit Major is a Welsh bodyboard and surf wedge that wakes up when Bristol Channel energy meets the right tide and bank shape. The wave is fickle, short and powerful, with local knowledge making a big difference. Treat the pin and conditions as a starting point and check the tide carefully before committing.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (235°)
- Direction range
- 210° - 260°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NNE (20°)
- Offshore range
- 0° - 45°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
13°C
Wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
Bottom
Mixed
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
3/10
Best Season
Peak: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Getting There
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