The Surf Window

The Ledge

Saint Joseph, Barbados

Reef breakAdvanced

A short, violent ledge break immediately south of Soup Bowl, The Ledge throws out a thick, heavy barrel over a very shallow coral reef, less consistent than its neighbour but equally unforgiving when it fires.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalE (90°)
WindowNNE–SSE (30°–150°)

Wind

W

Offshore

Tide

Mid tide only

LowMidHigh

Season

December–March

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Right

Bottom

Reef (very shallow coral)

Shape

Pitching, ledge-style barrel, the lip throws hard and fast

Length

30–60m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Expert
  • •Why: A ledge break over very shallow coral, only for surfers with proven heavy water experience

Hazards

  • •Extremely shallow coral reef
  • •Heavy lip, severe consequence wipeouts
  • •Very difficult paddle-out on bigger days

Local Tips

  • •Visible from the rocks just south of Soup Bowl, watch a few sets before committing
  • •Even better than Soup Bowl on the right size and tide, Barbados's most critical barrel

Location

Map showing the location of The Ledge in Saint Joseph, Barbados

13.1917, -59.5222