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“The left is generally the better wave. A fun little barrel under 4ft; but a short wave. At 6ft the wave runs over large exposed rock called the Pebble. On bigger swells separate reef out behind Pebble starts to break. This larger wave is ridden by some of the Maroubra Crew when the swell is over 3 metres. The sheer cliffs that line the shore inside the break are a true challenge, and being caught inside can be a harrowing if not life changing ordeal. Not for the faint hearted. Know your abilities before attempting to surf here!”
Moggy from AUSTRALIA - 26 May 2010
Clovelly Bombie Ratings
Overall: 3.0. Based on 5 votes and 1 review. Vote
Quality on a good day: 2.5(1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class). |
Consistency of Surf: 1.8(1: Clovelly Bombie is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot). |
Regional Rating: 1.7(1: Clovelly Bombie is usually very poor quality compared to other spots in Sydney South Coast. 5: the best break in Sydney South Coast). |
Difficulty Level: 4.0(1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only). |
Onshore Wind: 1.7(1: even a light onshore ruins the surf. 5: Clovelly Bombie can offer better rides with a light wind behind them). |
Other Options: 3.0(1: If wind or tide conditions are poor at Clovelly Bombie, it will be poor everywhere nearby. 5: other locations nearby provide a rich variety of wind and swell exposures). |
Wind and Kite Surfing: 1.0(1: An unsuitable spot. 5: Wind and wave conditions at Clovelly Bombie are often excellent). |
Water Quality: 2.8(1: Known health risks from pollution. 5: Never any pollution). |
Crowds: 2.0(1: Often too crowded. 5: Clovelly Bombie is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers). |
Access: 3.8(1: Getting to Clovelly Bombie requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break). |
Scenery: 3.7(1: An ugly industrial backdrop. 5: A spectacular setting). |
Local Attitude: 1.3(1: Locals are hostile to visitors. 5: Either there are no locals who surf, or else they are accommodating and friendly). |
Accommodation: 3.0(1: No convenient places to stay indoors. 5: A wide variety of accommodation near Clovelly Bombie for all budgets from hostels to luxury hotels). |
Camping: 1.0(1: Camping at Clovelly Bombie is not possible. 3: Camping tolerated but no facilities. 5: A nearby camp ground has excellent facilities and a good vibe). |
Entertainment: 3.0(1: Besides the surf and the solitude there is nothing to do when it is flat. 5: Clovelly Bombie is in such an interesting area to visit that getting wet is a bonus). |
Equipment and Repairs: 2.3(1: Nothing can be sourced, not even wax. 5: Quality surfing equipment can be purchased or hired. Major repairs can be fixed too). |
Eating: 4.0(1: Bring your own food, there isn't even a shop. 5: A wide variety of places to eat and drink at Clovelly Bombie, from fast food and cafes to fancy restaurants). |
Drinking: 3.0(1: Alcohol is not allowed in the country. 5: There is an excellent pub near Clovelly Bombie where you can stay or park a camper van overnight). |
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