The Wave
SSW wind is the clean lane and NE swell is the main trigger; 2 to 6 ft is the sweet band.
Use the Merewether Ocean Baths frontage as the closest check, then treat the takeoff as reefy and exposed rather than beachy.
Surf GuideNew South Wales
Little Bombie
Little Bombie is Merewether's offshore reef break off the ocean pool, a consistent right-hander inside Newcastle's iconic surf reserve. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Little Bombie in New South Wales.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationNew South Wales, AU
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The tide mainly changes how much water is covering the shelf, so avoid skinny water if the reef looks too dry.
The wave attracts a local crowd because it is consistent, and shark warnings are part of the real-world check.
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