Victoria’s Surf Coast as one of Australia’s signature surf spots.
Facing southeast, Bells is exposed to powerful, long-period Southern Ocean swell, yet is offshore in the northwest winds often associated with these weather systems. Combined with a defined reef and deepwater bay, Bells has gained a reputation as one of the country’s big-wave spots. And while there have been plenty of big years in the history of the event, Victoria’s varied coastline offers plenty of backup venues for quality surf if the wind or waves aren’t cooperating.
In this video, longtime Rip Curl Pro commentator Sean Doherty takes a look at the possibilities…

