Lance's Right
Mentawais, Indonesia
Reef breakExpert
HT's in the Mentawais, a world-class right-hand reef break that holds size beautifully and delivers long, barrelling walls that define the Mentawai charter experience.
Typical Conditions
The Surf Window
Swell Window
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size4-8ft
Wind
SE
Offshore
Tide
Mid to high
LowMidHigh
Season
May–September
JFMAMJJASOND
The Wave
Type
Right
Bottom
Shallow coral reef
Shape
Long, barrelling walls, hollow and powerful
Length
150–300m
Skill Level
- •Who it's for: Expert
- •Why: Powerful, fast, and over a shallow coral reef, the Mentawais punish mistakes severely.
Hazards
- •Shallow coral reef
- •Remote location, boat-based access only
- •Strong current
- •Medical help is many hours away
Local Tips
- •Charter boats position on anchor here for multiple days, mornings are typically the best wind window.
- •A step-up board (6'4\"–6'8\") handles the larger swells; bring a backup board for the inevitable reef hits.
Location
-1.8833, 99.6167