Shark Island (Sydney) and Surf forecast

One of the true blue ribbon bodyboarding spots on the planet and home break to some of the best riders in Australia. Shark Island has been ridden in the past with varying levels of success by short boarders, the occasional suicidal longboarder that just broke up with his girlfriend and tow-in nutters various.

Shark Island is not difficult to reach from the shore which adds to the mirth factor as inexperienced riders are easily able to paddle into what is effectively 12-foot surf without getting their hair wet. Mirth and mayhem are the order of the day however as said riders are ruthlessly dissected on the cungie encrusted reef.

Be wary of this spot on anything less than a mid to rising tide. A bomb set on a falling tide may seem appealing More...