This is a very dangerous spot, with major changes in water and wind direction, do not attempt unless you know what you are doing Lake Ferry empties out into Palliser Bay over a sand bar and combined with a good strong Southerly swell you have the makings for a changeable but rewarding wave. The wave has some reach and good pitch, can give you some great barrels and bowls.
Overview
Atmosphere
One of the best waves I have surfed in NZ - got some serious grunt and if the wind or tide isnt messing with it, some great bowls. Take care, its changeable, sharky and worst of all could wash you out into Cook Strait in about 20mins.....
General
Fantastic Edgy wave that gets that adrenaline rush when its on!
Big Sharks and Kawhai
Breaks in 2 ft of water, a real Cadillac, smooth rides into some very nice barrels. Silvery Flashes of Kawhai zipping by and obviously the big Grey Suits following them.... A big fin was spotted as I got out of the water. Not to worry tho, at least they are getting fed...! Keep an eye on the tide.
comment by Anonymous, 2008-01-10 04:07:06