Magic Seaweed is a popular online platform that provides surfers with accurate and up-to-date surf forecasts. One of the many beaches for which they provide forecasts is Seal Beach. Seal Beach, located in Southern California, is known for its consistent waves and lively surf scene. It is a popular spot for both beginner and experienced surfers. Magic Seaweed's forecast for Seal Beach includes important information such as swell height, swell direction, wind speed, and tide times. This information allows surfers to plan their sessions accordingly and make the most out of their time in the water.
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Swell Direction The angle at which an open ocean swell arrives relative to the coast is a critical factor that influences the size and power of the surf. Those primary factors are swell size, period, and direction, as well as wind velocity and the submarine topography bathymetry and composition at a particular spot.
This information allows surfers to plan their sessions accordingly and make the most out of their time in the water. Surfers can also access live webcams to check the current conditions at Seal Beach before heading out. This is particularly useful for those who live far away or are planning a trip to the beach.
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A surfer works the waves near Huntington Beach Pier, across from the Surfline.com headquarters. (PHOTO: JOSHUA SUDOCK/SCNG)
By Laylan Connelly | [email protected] | Orange County Register PUBLISHED: October 3, 2017 at 8:35 a.m. | UPDATED: October 3, 2017 at 3:34 p.m.A surfer looks out toward the water in Huntington Beach, across from the Surfline office. The forecasting company announced Tuesday it was acquiring UK-based Magicseaweed. (FILE PHOTO/SCNG)
A surfer heads towards the waves on the south-side of Huntington Beach Pier. (PHOTO: KEVIN SULLIVAN / SCNG)
Surfline forecaster Chris Borg works at his desk at the company offices in Huntington Beach . (PHOTO: KEVIN SULLIVAN / SCNG)
A surfer works the waves near Huntington Beach Pier, across from the Surfline.com headquarters. (PHOTO: JOSHUA SUDOCK/SCNG)
Surfers take to the water north of the Seal Beach Pier. As more surfers have learned to surf, the need for surf forecasting has been a necessity . (File photo/SCNG)
Show CaptionIt’s a mission surf forecasting companies strive for — to let surfers “know before they go,” a tagline created decades ago by Surfline.com founder Sean Collins.
The Huntington Beach brand will allow even more surfers around the globe to plan surf trips and check conditions at their local beach breaks, after announcing Tuesday, Oct. 3, it acquired Magicseaweed, based in the United Kingdom.
“Our promise is connecting surfers with their passion, and the addition of Magicseaweed to our stable of brands will ensure we do that for millions of surfers around the world,” Jeff Berg, Surfline’s CEO and chairman, said in a statement.
The price of the sale was not disclosed.
Magicseaweed provides forecasting and live reporting of more than 4,000 beaches across the globe. It was founded in 2002 and has become one of the world’s leading online surf forecasting platforms, used in more than 200 countries. Its main followers are in North America, Europe and Australia.
Surfline has been around for about 30 years, founded by Orange County entrepreneur Collins when he started a phone line, 976-SURF, which Southern California surfers could call for the best intelligence on that day’s swells. Collins passed away in 2011 after a heart attack, but his legacy lives on through the popular website.
The company relied on an antiquated phone line with audio recordings from forecasters and a popular “wave fax” service.
About a decade ago, Surfline bought Buoyweather.com to get into the marine-services business. In 2008, the company beefed up its camera network, enhancing quality and bandwidth with subscription HD cameras. It built iPhone and iPad apps, and recently launched a TV app that allows viewers to watch in-house-produced videos or stream cameras to watch their favorite beaches live on television.
In recent years, Surfline has added to its portfolio. In 2012, it created Fishtrack.com, similar to the surf website but focused on anglers scouring for the best ocean conditions, along with stories about fishing tournaments and reports about catches.
About 2 million unique visitors a month log into the company’s websites, which are run from its Huntington Beach offices overlooking the iconic Surf City pier. There are more than 360 cameras around the world.
Surfline and Magicseaweed will remain distinct products, keeping their own styles and branding. Having both brands and teams under one roof, however, will enable collaborations with product development, and the advertising team can market to a larger, global audience.
“For over 15 years Magicseaweed has been committed to providing the very best global surf forecast we can,” Magicseaweed founder Ben Freeston said in the announcement. “Joining with the team at Surfline is the perfect next step in this journey. It allows Magicseaweed to stay true to its mission while assisting in growing a combined business that can positively touch the lives of surfers everywhere.”
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In addition to providing surf forecasts, Magic Seaweed also offers a range of other features and services. Users can create personalized surf journals to log their sessions and track their progress. They can also join a thriving community of surfers and share their experiences and insights. Magic Seaweed's dedication to providing accurate and reliable information has made it a trusted resource among surfers worldwide. By offering detailed forecasts for beaches like Seal Beach, they help surfers make informed decisions and enjoy their time in the water to the fullest extent possible..
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- Sarah - 1 star - I was really disappointed with my experience at Magic Seaweed Seal Beach. The waves were much smaller than I expected and the water was pretty murky. It didn't feel like a great spot for surfing, which was a major letdown. Additionally, the beach was really crowded and it was hard to find a spot to set up our towels. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this beach to anyone looking for a good surf spot or a peaceful day at the beach.
- Mark - 2 stars - I had heard great things about Magic Seaweed Seal Beach, so I was excited to check it out. However, when I arrived I found the beach to be quite dirty. There was trash everywhere and it just didn't feel like a well-maintained beach. The waves were also not very impressive and there were a lot of beginners trying to surf, which made it difficult to navigate in the water. I was pretty disappointed with my experience overall and probably won't be returning to this beach.
- Emily - 2 stars - I had high expectations for Magic Seaweed Seal Beach, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to them. The beach itself was fine, but the water was freezing! I couldn't enjoy swimming or even playing around in the waves because it was just too cold. Additionally, there wasn't much to do at the beach besides surfing, so if you're not a surfer, it's not the best place to visit. I would recommend looking for a different beach with warmer water and more activities.