Overview
Palos Verdes Cove - Ski Jump is a mushy right-hander at the north end of the Cove, breaking in front of Flat Rock Point. It's slow and thick, and despite that lazy look it can be deceptively powerful and dangerous once it gets going.
When It Works
Ski Jump needs some size to turn on and only starts breaking near the bottom of its range. It works from 2.4 m / 8 ft to 4.6 m / 15 ft, pulling in swell from southwest to northwest (SW-NW) onto an uneven reef. Consistency is good, so waves show up reliably whenever a fitting swell is running.
Wind and Tide
Look for southeast (SE) offshore wind. The reef breaks on mid to high tide, with a rising tide the better call, and it holds the most size at high tide.
Local Tips
This is an intermediate wave, and given the power on tap it suits surfers comfortable at that level. Expect a very busy lineup when it's working.
