Who doesn’t love to surf? The Hamptons are full of great places to surf, from Montauk to West Hampton, but the surf is often seasonal. During the fall and winter months, storms in the Atlantic bring the best waves to Long Island. However, the summer months tend to be flat, leaving surfers searching for ways to catch rides.
What is Wakesurfing?
Wakesurfing is surfing the wave created be special boats designed specifically for making waves. By filling the boats with ballast and using special tabs for directing water flow around the hull, you can make a chest high wave in flat water that you can surf for as long as you like! Wakesurfing is still relatively new in the Hamptons, but across the country it has become an incredibly popular past time among water sports enthusiasts.
The Equipment Needed for Wakesurfing
The key to wakesurfing is having the right equipment. You will need a boat with an inboard motor. Outboard and I/O motors have a propellor that sticks out the back that could potentially injure the surfer. Inboard motors are tucked under the transom of the boat allowing the surfer to ride the wave safely. Our preferred boats are made by Nautique, and they provide everything you need to get out on the water wakesurfing. Our Nautique boats have inboard motors, as well as built in ballast and surf tab systems. That allows us to go from cruising to surfing with just the touch of a few buttons.
Best Places to Wakesurf in the Hamptons
There are great places to wake surf throughout the Hamptons. Our favorite places to go wakesurfing and wakeboarding are in Southampton, NY and Sag Harbor, NY. There is a cove outside our marina that is deep and almost always flat. Another great part of wakesurfing is that it doesn’t require the same type of flat water required for wakeboarding or waterskiing. Rollers or wind chop won’t interfere with the rider as much since they are protected in the wake behind the boat.
Experience the Thrill of Wakesurfing with Peconic Water Sports
There’s no true substitute for surfing, but wakesurfing offers an exciting alternative during the calm summer months. If you’re looking to get on the water, Peconic Water Sports is here to help you make the most of it. Located in Eastern Long Island, we have offices in Sag Harbor and Southold, ready to get you riding waves on demand. Contact us today!