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Methodology notes, surf-forecasting fundamentals, and what we're working on.
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methodology
Apr 29, 2026
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11 min read
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methodology
How our forecasts work
Where our data comes from and how the star rating is built, in plain terms.
Apr 28, 2026
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4 min read
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forecasts
Understanding surf forecasts
A short primer on swell period, direction, wind, and tide for surfers who haven't spent years staring at MagicSeaweed.