Teiki Mathieu Baillan surfing a self-made Alaya surfboard in Macaroni, Mentawaï, Indonesia. Photo by C. Naslain, 2009.
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Park by the pier on Ali'i Drive(where most tourists go) and jump in wherever you can. Paddle out so you're just outside of the Kona Inn. If its breaking you'll see people making perfect barrels! DistanceIn the city WalkShort walk (5-15 mn) Easy to find?Easy to find Public access?Public access Special access |
Alternative name Pipes
Wave qualityRegional Classic
ExperienceExperienced surfers
FrequencyRarely break (5day/year)
TypeReef-coral
DirectionLeft
BottomReef (coral, sharp rocks etc..)
PowerHollow, Fast, Powerful, Ledgey
Normal lengthShort (< 50m)
Good day lengthShort (< 50m)
Good swell directionSouthWest
Good wind directionEast
Swell sizeStarts working at 1.5m-2m /5ft-6ft and holds up to 2.5m+ / 8ft+
Best tide positionDon't know
Best tide movementDon't know
Week crowdFew surfers
Week-end crowdFew surfers
- Urchins
- Rocks
- Localism
It's a very challenging wave that only breaks on a big south swell. Fall too early or kick out too late, and you're smashed on the rocks. Short nice barrel when it's good. DONT SURF IT IF YOU'RE A TOURIST!!! YOU'LL PROBABLY GET HURT!!!
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