Do you think this new swell affected the pull? Surges can change the speed and create lulls where the current will stop for short periods of time. Newport seems less affected by waves, but Dana ( a much smaller harbor ) can get really funky during big swells.

Currents are a very real factor in NP. Not only do you need to fish around the high tide for a good bite, but you have to factor in where you fish according to the currents and tide. You NEVER want to fish the entrance on the pull, unless you are fishing around the low. You can easily get pulled outside with very few options for returning. Dangerous if you don't pay attention, helpful if you do. You can use certain eddies to work against the current and create a loop to fish even in the worst of currents.

When does your break end? I'd like to fish that park with you. Need to catch me some FW basses, and those ones seem like they might be dumb enough for my skills. Also, any word from Brandon?

Have a good Christmas,
Amish Ed