WWS

New York · United States

Lavallette Bayside, New Jersey (USA)

11.1kts

WNW · Windsaison

Winter winds and choppy water—92 good days a year if you can read the actual conditions and know where the sandbars are. Bayside spots lie on the forecast.

IntermediateAdvancedFreerideFreestyleFoil
11.1kts
Durchschnittswind
92
Windtage / Jahr
15:00–18:00
Beste Windzeit
WNW
Hauptwindrichtung

Lage

Nächste Flughäfen
Airport - New York, NY
Koordinaten
39.9732, -74.0721
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Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)

16
Jan
15
Feb
15
Mär
15
Apr
14
Mai
14
Jun
14
Jul
14
Aug
13
Sep
16
Okt
14
Nov
15
Dez

Jan

37%

fahrbar

15.5 kts

Feb

28%

fahrbar

15.3 kts

Mär

47%

fahrbar

15 kts

Apr

35%

fahrbar

15 kts

Mai

23%

fahrbar

13.6 kts

Jun

28%

fahrbar

13.8 kts

Jul

13%

fahrbar

14.3 kts

Aug

16%

fahrbar

14.4 kts

Sep

10%

fahrbar

12.9 kts

Okt

18%

fahrbar

16.4 kts

Nov

28%

fahrbar

14.4 kts

Dez

19%

fahrbar

15.2 kts

Beste Windrichtungen

  • WNW
  • S
  • W
  • NW
  • NE

Wasserbedingungen

  • Ocean
  • Choppy

Beste Monate

Jan
Feb
Mär
Apr
Mai
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Okt
Nov
Dez

Gefahren

  • Choppy ocean conditions with strong currents and undertow typical of New Jersey bayside waters
  • Shallow areas and sandbars that can shift seasonally, requiring local knowledge to navigate safely
  • Boat traffic from nearby marinas and recreational vessels, especially on weekends
  • Cold water temperatures requiring proper protection, particularly outside peak season

Was das für dich heißt

  • Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
  • Auf ankernde Boote und markierte Fahrrinnen achten
  • Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten

Ausstattung

  • Parking areas near the beach access points in Lavallette
  • Local restaurants and shops in the beachfront community
  • Restroom and shower facilities at public beach areas
  • Nearby kite schools and rental shops serving the central Jersey Shore

Lokale Tipps

March, January, and April offer the best wind days (92 annually); check local forecast conditions as bayside spots can be sheltered compared to ocean-facing beaches. Arrive early to scout launch conditions and coordinate with local kiters familiar with sandbars and tidal patterns.

Einstieg & Strand

Launch from sandy beach areas when conditions allow; choppy ocean waters mean you'll encounter wind chop immediately after launch. West/Northwest winds provide the most favorable conditions, though variable wind directions require flexibility in positioning.

Lokale Regeln

Respect designated swimming areas and avoid launching near populated beaches during peak season. Stay aware of other water sports users and maintain communication with fellow kiters in the moderate crowd conditions typical of this accessible spot.

Was anziehen

A 3/2mm wetsuit is essential year-round, with 4/3mm or thicker recommended for winter sessions (Jan-Mar) when water temperatures drop to the 40s°F. Spring and fall require mid-weight protection.

Was einpacken

Kite-Größen

  • 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
  • 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn

Boards

  • Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck
  • Hydrofoil — Leichtwind-Spot, fahrbar ab ca. 10 kn

Was anziehen (nach Klima)

Im Wasser
3/2-mm-Neoprenanzug.
An Land
Hoody und Jacke; abends lange Hose.

Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (gemäßigte Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.

Vorfahrt & Verhalten

  1. 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
  2. 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
  3. 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
  4. 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
  5. 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.

Spot-Guide

The Experience

Launch from sand into immediate wind chop. This is messy water that demands solid edge control. If you're still learning carving, Lavallette will expose your weaknesses fast.

Wind & Conditions

92 windy days annually, strongest in January, March, April. WNW and NW winds are most consistent. W and NE work but require angle adjustments. S winds are unreliable here.

Average 11.1 knots. The trap: bayside spots shelter compared to open ocean beaches. A forecast that looks marginal often flatlines when you arrive. Check buoys obsessively and show up early to assess actual conditions.

Water Hazards

Cold water outside peak season—booties, gloves, hood required. Strong currents and undertow are the real concern. Sandbars shift seasonally, changing safe launch zones. Weekend boat traffic from marinas picks up in warm months; dawn or weekday sessions are better.

Who It's For

Intermediate+ riders with solid fundamentals. You need the discipline to skip marginal days and read wind windows around boat traffic. Chop skills will sharpen fast here.

The Town

Parking and beach access work. Restaurants, shops, restrooms at the waterfront. Rental and repair shops are nearby on central Jersey Shore. Local crew is small but knows the water. Ask about sandbar position instead of learning the hard way.