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The Corner (Lyall Bay)

Break: Reef
Skill level: Advanced
Best season: Winter
Crowds: High
Swell: S, SE
Wind: N, NW
Location: -41.3316, 174.8022

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Reef-corner at the east end of Lyall Bay. Hollow lefts when the swell wraps in - Wellington's classic bodyboarding spot.

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