Gisborne boasts excellent surf beaches suitable for all levels of surfers. Spots like Wainui Beach and Makorori offer consistent waves, especially during easterly swells. Be mindful of strong currents and changing tides. While surfing in Gisborne, stay vigilant and enjoy the stunning coastal scenery.

Considered the premier and most reliable beach break in New Zealand, Wainui offers massive, rideable, and perfectly formed barrels. It features different areas such as Stock Route, Pines, and Whales. Accepts swell directions from the NE to the S. Best under NW offshore winds. To the north lies Makorori, known for its varied surf spots, and to the south, you'll find Tuamotu Island, famous for its left and right breaks.
**This forecast helps you check the surf conditions at these adjacent spots**

Wainui Beach

Great beach break to the west of Waikanae's surf clubhouse. Peaks perfectly with a south swell, with north winds providing offshore conditions. Tends to attract crowds, especially during the summer months.

Gizzy Pipe

Mahia's Northern side offers a variety of configurations. **This prediction focuses solely on spots facing North** to inform you about the swell penetration. Honor both the local community and the natural surroundings.

Mahia (north coast)

Mahia is teeming with surf and space rockets. Its unique geography means there's often surf to be found, contingent on wind and swell directions. **This forecast covers the open coast**, providing insight into the swell and wind origins. The rest is up to you. Remember to honor the local community and natural surroundings.

Mahia (open coast)

Quality reef break, primarily offering right-handers. Catches the regular S swells and performs best from mid to high tide. Optimal with N winds offshore. Apply this forecast to other S-oriented Mahia breaks as well. Honor the local community and the natural surroundings.

Blacks 

Flexible break at the river's mouth, offering excellent left and right peaks over shingle from the Wairoa River. Catches the common S swells. Best under a NNW wind. Intense surf spot. Honor the local surfers and the natural setting.

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