Rodadero

Rodadero is a bay-facing spot on Colombia's Caribbean coast, located near Santa Marta. The coastline faces northwest into a sheltered bay configuration with rocky headlands to the north and developed urban/industrial areas inland. The spot consists of a sandy beach break with residential and commercial development occupying the immediate shoreline. Wind reliability is extremely low at 0.9%, making this spot inconsistent for kitesurfing. Average wind speeds of 4.6 knots are marginal for kitesurfing operations. The bay provides some protection from open-ocean swell, with average waves around 1 meter. Water conditions are characterized by rough-chop texture, suggesting the bay experiences local wind chop rather than organized swell. This spot suits beginners during the rare instances when conditions align, as the bay provides relative shelter. However, marginal wind and low reliability make it unsuitable for serious training or progression. Best winds would be northeasterly (45°), providing side-shore conditions along the northwest-facing coast. Strong current patterns and port activity warrant caution.