With the last big North Atlantic pulse already drawing plenty of big wave specialists and spectators to the Bay of Biscay’s famed big wave spot end of December, the arrival of tomorrow’s much hyped incoming Atlantic code red has got both locals and a handful of international big wave crew on edge. No-one really knows what to expect. So if you happen to be in the area and got nothing planned for your lunch break, head on down to St. Jean de Luz as soon as you can!
All the paddle and tow waves from the Hercules Belharra swell.
If this GoPro footage of the Basque river-mouth left-hander doesn't leave you wanting a piece, then something's up.
Lifeguard rescuer Thierry Krawiec shares thoughts on big wave water safety after his session at Belharra with Shane Dorian and Jamie Mitchell.
It ain’t all sticker darlings and Tour princesses
Even with a good pair of binoculars in hand the view from the grandstand is questionable.
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