In any sort of southerly wind this route can get a bit choppy – especially near the casino where there’s a notorious bounce-back chop off the concrete walls! Tidal currents will be at their lowest within half an hour of high tide, although you’ll still be paddling against a tiny bit of flow both ways around high tide. Not a sensible route to embark on after high tide, but could be a good workout leaving early (2 hours before high) and coming back with the flooding tide. Don’t be tempted to try for the end of the pier unless you’re very sure of yourself and the conditions! Check the wind, weather and tide via our SUP weather page.