The Surf Window

Gas Chambers Hawaii

North Shore, USA

Reef breakExpert

Notorious left-hander that gets hollow and fast over a shallow reef ledge. Called Gas Chambers because of the air pockets and pressure from the barreling tube sections. Not for the faint of heart.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalN (0°)
WindowNNW–ENE (330°–60°)
Size4-7ft

Wind

E

light

Tide

Low-Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

November-February

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Left

Bottom

Reef

Shape

Extremely hollow, ledgy

Length

40-120m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Expert only
  • •Why: Shallow water, heavy barrel, sharp reef

Hazards

  • •Extremely shallow at takeoff
  • •Sharp coral edges
  • •Very fast current
  • •Crowd aggression at times

Local Tips

  • •This is a locals' wave, respect that
  • •Only go on smaller days while learning the mechanics
  • •Know your limits, rescue is difficult

Location

Map showing the location of Gas Chambers Hawaii in North Shore, USA

21.5895, -158.0850