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West wind is the clean side and southeast swell is the trigger.
High tide is the best window, but the wave stays broad enough to keep the tide profile conservative.
Surf GuideKaikoura
Gore Bay
Gore Bay is a North Canterbury settlement beachbreak with summer houses and a straightforward open-coast surf identity. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Gore Bay in Kaikoura.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationKaikoura, NZ
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