Right and Left Side Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, let's paddle out and take a look at what's on offer for *Right and Left Side*.

Alright, the outlook for *Right and Left Side* is a real mixed bag. We've got a long stretch of nothing to write home about, but the second week holds a few interesting moments.

The water temp is sitting at 85°, which is about normal for the time of year, so leave the steamer at home.

We kick off on Thursday the 13th of August, but honestly, we might as well not bother. From that day all the way through to Thursday the 20th of August, it’s a write-off. Winds are onshore or cross-shore, the choppiness is relentless, and the wave energy is moderate at best, often under 500. With swell around 5ft to 7ft, but periods short (8-10 seconds), it's just not offering any quality. It's a tough stretch, so don't waste your time.

The turnaround comes on Friday the 21st of August. That's the standout. We see a whole new swell arrive from the ENE, building to 8ft with a solid 12-second period. The wind goes glassy in the morning, and the energy jumps to a massive 2114. This is a proper strong groundswell, but that long period at a reef break like *Right and Left Side* is exactly what you want – it should wrap in with power and shape. Because it’s over 8ft, this one is for experienced surfers only, no beginners out there. The crowds are listed as a possibility.

Saturday the 22nd still has decent size, 7ft from the N, but the wind swings to a cross-off. It'll be cleaner than the first week, but the energy is dropping. The following days through to Monday the 25th, the swell drops in size, but the period stays long. The problem is the wind turns onshore again, creating lumpy, choppy conditions that ruin it.

The last few days of the window have potential, but they're further out. Thursday the 27th of August afternoon looks promising, with 8ft from the W, glassy conditions, and energy just under 1300. That’s still for the experienced crew. Friday the 28th of August looks even bigger, hitting 10ft from the W in the afternoon, also with clean wind. That's big, powerful swell, and only for experts. The period is shorter, at 8 seconds, so it might be a bit more unruly than the 21st.

If I had to pick, Friday the 21st of August is the best bet for a clean, powerful session, but it's a long way off, so the forecast might shift. The Thursday the 27th and Friday the 28th are also worth watching, but again, it's a long-range call.

Stay safe out there.

Rusty.

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