Supertubos Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
W and WNW swells. Too much north and the swells are shadowed.
Wind
Northeast or east best, but it is protected somewhat from northerly winds.
Surf Height
Head-high to double overhead.
Tide
Mid to high typically best.
Supertubos Surf Guide
Supertubos is one of the best waves in Europe. There's one main peak with a super-fast (though makeable) left, and a somewhat shorter right, and one other peak down the beach that's not quite as perfect but still way better than your average day at most beachbreaks.
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Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Advanced on the bigger and better days, but at the right size it can be good for intermediate surfers. Up the beach at Molhe Leste is typically a more mellow wave but frequented more by bodyboarders.
Local Vibe
Doable
It's a small town, so everyone knows who's local and who's not, and they're not afraid to let you know. If you're around for a while, and paddle out solo, your chances are better.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Expect 50 to 100 surfers out when it's pumping. There's a really good chance you may not get a set wave off the peak on your own.
Spot Rating
Perfect
It is called Supertubos for a reason.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Doesn't break far from the beach but to stroke into a good one be ready to dig.
Water Quality
Fair
Not too bad but the smell from the sardines can get pretty intense.
Hazards
Crowds and hitting bottom on bigger days.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish, Bodyboard
Access
Car park is right there.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
September-February.
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