From the Beach
SURF BLOG
Wave reports, surf tips, Cape Town stories and news from South Africa's original surf school.
Why Winter Surfing in Muizenberg is Seriously Underrated
When the South Easter drops and the northerly kicks in — that's when Muizenberg magic happens.
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5 Surf Spots In South Africa
South Africa is home to friendly people and great waves, with two coastlines offering different types of waves depending on your level. From beginner beach breaks to advanced reef breaks — here are the top 5.
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Jeffery's Bay Winter Fest Set for 6–22 July 2019
The annual J-Bay Open returns — one of the most prestigious events on the WSL Championship Tour, drawing the world's best surfers to one of the world's best waves.
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9 Things to See & Do in Muizenberg
Muizenberg is one of South Africa's best kept secrets. Beyond the surf, there's history, food, markets and mountains. Here are 9 things to do while visiting.
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5 Dead Sharks on Betty's Bay Beach
Five sharks found dead on Betty's Bay beach — an unusual event that raised questions about what's happening in False Bay's waters.
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Surfers Corner to Be Re-Zoned
Plans are afoot to rezone Surfer's Corner in Muizenberg — here's what it could mean for the local surf community and businesses along the beachfront.
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Juvenile Whale Shark Washed Ashore in Kommetjie
A rare and sad sight on the Cape Peninsula — a juvenile whale shark found washed up on the beach at Kommetjie, drawing crowds and marine biologists to the scene.
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Steve-O from Jackass Visits Gary's Surf School
A chance encounter, a missed opportunity, and then the world working in mysterious ways — Matthew Kleynhans shares the story of how the Jackass crew ended up at Gary's Surf School.
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