Supertubes at Jeffreys Bay

South Africa’s premier wave! A stiff paddle out awaits the unsuspecting surfer. Rather wait and watch how the locals do it. Timing here is everything. You can get into the line up without even getting your hair wet but get it wrong and you will get hammered. Once in the line up, pause and check out the situation. Supers is the most localized spot in South Africa. The locals tolerate no nonsense! Due to the crowds that flock to the break each year, local surfers have organized themselves to deal with the “invasion”. However, if you wait your turn and show respect you will end up getting waves. It might take a few sessions but once your face is recognized and you earn a reputation for being respectful, you won’t have any problems.

The wave is best in the 4 – 8 ft category. On the better days the wave breaks from the top of the point and winds all the way along the reef, past the car park to an awesome barrel section. Then its kick out time before the wave closes out at Impossibles. A SW wind is best. Due to the sand dunes, the break is protected no matter how hard the SW blows. NW is cross shore and often blows in the early morning. It creates a bump that can make things unpleasant, especially on critical take off’s. East and SE winds destroy everything but are most predominant in the summer months. A South wind can still be fun as it causes “crumbly” sections that can be bashed. The Billabong Pro surf contest is held each July at Supertubes.