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West is the clean lane, southeast swell is the main trigger, and mid tide is the best read.
Surf GuideNew South Wales
Sharkies
Sharkies is a compact Wollongong reef break with lefts and rights, cleanest in west wind and southeast swell. It is usually quiet, can go soft enough for longboards on smaller days, and still carries the usual reef hazards of rocks, rips, and sharks. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Sharkies in New South Wales.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelAll levels
LocationNew South Wales, AU
Forecast
- Waves 5-7 ft
- Period 8 s
- Wind S 20 kt
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The reef is usually quiet compared with the nearby beaches, but rips, rocks, and sharks are the main hazards.
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