Northern Sardinia

Sardinia is in a class of its own: white sandy beaches, Caribbean coloured water, eroded rock formations and the evergreen ‘macchia’. Combined with some excellent surfing, it’s an addictive blend – but completely legal. The best time for Sardinia is spring (April / May) when the landscape’s in full bloom, temperatures are already pretty warm and wind’s most likely. It’s predominantly Mistral that fires up wave spots like Cala Pischina or La Ciaccia in Northern Sardinia and the infernal trio of Capo Mannu, Funtana Meiga and Chia in [[REGION-106]]. But don’t ignore Libecchio or Scirocco, especially on the southern half of the island. The south-west’s cape effect seriously perks up the wind stats. The north benefits from the Strait of Bonifacio’ wind-tunnel, a real asset that made Porto Pollo a freeride legend. The wind decreases noticeably on Sardinia from mid-June; it takes a summer break until September to return with a vengeance in autumn. You’ll find the highest winds and waves in winter, but the temperatures in January and February require strong willpower and thick neoprene. Plus it rains, and it even snows in the mountains. A Sardinian surfari’s joy, but it takes some work: a major drive, expensive ferries, and long island roads. At 270km north to south yet with 1,800 coastal kilometres, it’s doesn’t suit a short trip…