Observed arrival · 2026-10-18

SkimCast: forecasts for the shorebreak

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Editorial interest 76/100 Selection signal · not a rating of the site

A free skimboarding forecast covering 300 beaches, with conditions and suggested timing for each spot.

Landing page captured for the 2026-10-18 issue.

For: Skimboarders choosing where and when to ride
Worth noticing: Its inputs are attributed to NOAA, the National Weather Service, and marine forecast models; the site warns that forecasts can be wrong.

Field notes

The forecast interface separates beach selection, hourly conditions, tide information, and a five-day outlook. Its score key labels 8+ “Good,” 6.5+ “Fair,” and 4.5+ “Skip it”; the homepage also offers nearby-beach discovery and a way to log a session. The site advises checking local conditions and lifeguard flags before entering the water.

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