SA
101 posts
Looks like a strong northerly on Friday - is it possible to sail ocean beach at Strahan? What are the conditions likely to be? Appreciate any advice.
TAS
2042 posts
Haven't sailed there, but it can get pretty rough. Unsure of rips, dangers etc. Wouldn't necessarily want to go out there by myself, but have seen it looking pretty good on a number of occasions. A northerly should be pretty cross-shore. Someone else might be able to give better advice.
Trial Harbour would probably be better for waves, but again, can get pretty big!!
TAS
267 posts
I'm going with the sentiment above. It can get pretty nasty on Ocean beach. Massive rips that you don't want to get stuck in. Depending on the swell conditions the waves can get upwards of mast and a half smashing onto the beach. Not comfortable.
Then again I haven't been out in a northly. If you are sailing alone I would be hesitant.
SA
101 posts
Thanks Guys for the advice. I see Cape Sorrell is dropping to 2-3m swell so I guess it may be manageable.
TAS
2433 posts
Definately worth a look if you're in that area.
TAS
113 posts
Had a mate that used to sail there in a NE wind a few years back. He rated it pretty highly but I can't comment personally as I've never been there
TAS
2649 posts
Mark Paul loved it in 1990 ish , oh those were the days!
