Tangaroa

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Tangaroa surfspot characteristics

Swell Window
SE | SW
Optimal Swell Direction
SW
Swell Size
6ft - 6ft
Breaks over
unevenReef
Wave type
reef
Wave direction
right
Optimal Wind Direction
N
Best Tides at
mid | high

More about Tangaroa surfspot

Papa Tangaroa made famous by Laird et al’s second trip to the island in 2001, upped the ante as they towed-in on some insane heavy barrels over the reef. SE swells will make the entry/exit treacherous and bring down some deadly sections - avoid being caught inside the shallow, urchin-covered impact zone. The left looks makeable, but leads to a dangerous place.

A few locals inspired by these jetski tow-ins now own their own and can always be seen out there when it's on. Popular with the local bodyboarders. Proper experts only wave.

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