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Rope Burns

A male surfer on a white board carves a deep blue-green wave, creating white spray under a bright, partly cloudy sky.
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Wave Height 4 to 8 ft
Wave Direction Right
Wave Shape Hollow & Barreling
Optimal Swell S to SW
Optimal Tide Mid
Optimal Wind N to NW
Skill Level Expert to Elite

A high-quality right-hander that peels tightly along the edge of a cliff line at the end of the bay. The spot earned its name from the severe reef friction burns surfers encounter when wiping out here.

Key Info

Crowd Factor
Few People
Lineup Factor
Competitive
Hazards

Extreme proximity to a rock cliff wall, critical shallow water over reef, and a highly remote location

Bottom Contour

Very shallow, sharp reef

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