The Surf Window

V-Land

North Shore, USA

Reef breakAdvanced

A-frame wave breaking on a reef shelf with forgiving shoulders and hollow barrel sections. Named for the V-shaped channel that funnels water in. Good for advanced surfers learning to handle North Shore reefs.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalN (0°)
WindowNNW–ENE (330°–60°)
Size4-8ft

Wind

E

trades

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

November-February

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The Wave

Type

A-frame

Bottom

Reef

Shape

Hollow with shoulder

Length

60-180m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced
  • •Why: Good barrel sections, manageable shoulders, learnable reef

Hazards

  • •Coral scrapes on wipeout
  • •Reef current
  • •Busy lineup in winter

Local Tips

  • •Start on the shoulder to learn the wave
  • •Paddle out at the beach access nearby
  • •Respect the lineup order

Location

Map showing the location of V-Land in North Shore, USA

21.5870, -158.0920