Secret surf spot at sunrise during CYCLONE swell

Light winds, powerful short waves, and typical West Coast conditions made for an unpredictable but epic morning session. Armed with our longboard and a GoPro, we paddled out to one of Vancouver Island's most famous spots for a series of closeouts, wipeouts, and a few rare gems.

Cold water surfing in Canada is always an adventure: from sunrise waves to powerful storm swells, every session is raw and wild. This vlog captures the energy of a cyclone swell hitting the rugged coastline of Vancouver Island.

Film and color: Emily Baxter @embaxtermedia
Footage and editing: Marcus Paladino @MarcusPaladino