Velzyland Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
WNW to NNW
Wind
Calm or light to moderate E to S.
Surf Height
Chest high-3 feet overhead
Tide
Medium
Velzyland Surf Guide
Named after veteran California surfer/shaper Dale Velzy, V-Land is like a miniature Sunset Beach, set in the big bay just beyond Backyards. At times, it can be hard to even see the break in the welter of water moving around the bay. V-land is shaded by Phantom Reef, the classic big-wave location that lies over a half-mile straight out to sea. Phantoms focuses swell into the bay, where most of it ends up connecting across to V-Land's neatly defined, shallow lava ledge. On a good day, it's a bowling barrel of fun, rippable sections -- a perfect training ground for the best North Shore groms, who take full advantage of the wave.
Local Vibe
Humility and respect a must.
Crowd Factor
Heavy, especially on weekends, and on the longer/better rights.
Spot Rating
One of the best righthanders on the island and arguably beyond -- long, hollow, and ripable.
Shoulder Burn
The premier rights are longer rides, so longer paddles. The lefts are shorter, but then you risk getting caught on the inside.
Water Quality
Clean. Beautiful, clear, blue water.
Hazards
Shallow reef, potential for localism encounters if proper surfing etiquette is not observed.
Access
Park on Kam Highway, walk through the gates, and go north up the beach. Lock your car.
Bottom
Reef
Best Season
Winter
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