Supersuck
Sumbawa, Indonesia
Reef breakExpert
One of Sumbawa's most feared names matches the reality, a thick, heaving left that sucks dry over a shallow reef, almost zero margin for error at any size.
Typical Conditions
The Surf Window
Swell Window
OptimalSSW (195°)
WindowSSE–WSW (150°–240°)
Size4-8ft
Wind
SE
Offshore
Tide
Mid to high
LowMidHigh
Season
May–September
JFMAMJJASOND
The Wave
Type
Left
Bottom
Shallow reef
Shape
Thick, sucking barrel, violent and hollow
Length
75–150m
Skill Level
- •Who it's for: Expert
- •Why: Razor-sharp reef, near-dry barrels, remote location, and violent wipeouts, one of Indonesia's most dangerous waves.
Hazards
- •Extremely shallow, razor-sharp reef
- •Remote, the nearest hospital is many hours away
- •Strong current
- •Violent hold-downs
Local Tips
- •Travel in a group with experienced surfers and have a clear water safety plan.
- •A semi-gun (6'6\"–7'0\") handles the serious size better than a standard shortboard.
Location
-8.7833, 116.8333