Lagide
Centro, Portugal
Reef breakAdvanced
A quality right-hand reef break on the sheltered north side of the Peniche peninsula, more protected than Supertubos and working in a wider range of wind conditions.
Typical Conditions
The Surf Window
Swell Window
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size4-10ft
Wind
NE
Offshore
Tide
Mid to high
LowMidHigh
Season
October–March
JFMAMJJASOND
The Wave
Type
Right (primarily)
Bottom
Rock and sand reef
Shape
Long, walling right, hollow on the take-off
Length
100–200m
Skill Level
- •Who it's for: Advanced
- •Why: Rocky reef bottom and real wave power demand solid experience, though it's more forgiving than Supertubos.
Hazards
- •Rocky reef
- •Cold water, wetsuit required
- •Can close out in very large NW swells
Local Tips
- •Lagide is the go-to when S winds are ruining Supertubos on the other side of the peninsula, check both before committing.
- •Less crowded than Supertubos on most days, especially midweek.
Location
39.3608, -9.3696