Category: Ocean IQ

Illustration of swell with long wave periods, breaking waves, and light spray.

Wave Period Explained – Definition & why It’s Important for Surfers

Learn everything about wave period. Definition, comparing short to long wave periods & what to consider in wave forecasts. Learn more.

Read the wave forecast – what really matters!

Learn how to read a surf forecast, key factors and the importance of local knowledge when it comes to predicting great waves. Read more about it here.

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Wave diffraction and its influence on waves in relation to surfing

How great is the impact of wave diffraction (bending of waves) on wave quality for surfing? We checked if it matters for surfers. Read more.

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Wave refraction – a natural phenomenon that influences the surfing quality of waves

Wave refraction has a big influence how waves travel to the coast & how they break there. Consinder when checking the surf forecast! Learn more.

Visualization of a perfect wave which was created in the open ocean.

How waves are created – from the open sea to the beach

How waves are created – knowledge that every surfer should know and improves your surf. Read more.