Advanced Surfing in Bali

Pumping surf in Canggu this morning! The swell has picked up in size and consistency, providing overhead surf with a few larger set waves. The wind was very light offshore, and the waves were clean and glassy. There were plenty of advanced surfers throwing impressive top turns and snaps, with a few hail marry barrel attempts. In between the biggest of set waves, there were many small waves for the less aggressive surfers. It was a beautiful morning with plenty of clean waves breaking both left and right.

As always in Canggu, there was plenty activity on the beach. Today is Melasti on the Balinese calendar, where locals march in procession to a moving water source which signifies a cleansing of the earth.

A trip up the coast this morning brought us to Klotok, an excellent right point break further up the highway than most surfers travel. The fresh swell was showing its power with the biggest sets reaching 1.5x + overhead. A slight onshore wind was building through the session however the surf was still very good. The waves broke in long lines down the headland at a quick pace, with a few turn sections mixed in. There were waves of various sizes coming in. You had to be careful not to be caught by the bigger set waves that would occasionally come through the lineup.

Pumping surf at Bali’s premier break this morning! The new swell has arrived and sent consistent overhead set waves through the lineup! The wind was blowing light offshore, and the tide was just right for lined-up surf. Most waves were in the overhead range; however, Uluwatu always manages to send a few bombs when the swell is pulsing. Having surfed the break the last few days when smaller, the surfers used the experience gained to challenge themselves in the testing surf conditions. The surfers mostly stuck to the Racetrack section, where they enjoyed a mix of barrel, turn, and fast down-the-line sections.

October and November are great months to be in Bali. Intermediates will enjoy the smaller swells and easier conditions, while advanced surfers can relish in the pristine surf.

This morning, Bali’s premier XL wave venue showcased a spectacular display of big waves. A select group of Bali’s most courageous and skilled surfers rose to the challenge of conquering this iconic wave on its biggest day of the year. The Indian Ocean provided flawless conditions, with surf heights soaring to triple-overhead and beyond. The morning breeze was absent, and a gentle Tradewind emerged by mid-morning, ensuring pristine wave faces.

Some surfers tackled the Bombie, while others chose the long lines of Outside Corner. However, a few individuals truly distinguished themselves with remarkable top turns on massive waves, reminiscent of the legendary surfing icon, Andy Irons.

As we approach the end of the dry season, this is likely the final substantial swell of the year.

A new swell has come in hot with well-overhead surf pulsing across the island. The ocean was calm and beautifully clean at first light, with just a few surfers out early. The quickly rising tide provided a buffer from the larger swell, which made it easier to handle the bigger waves. The A-frame served up fast lefts with a steep take-off and softer rights that handled the size beautifully. The offshore wind picked up in strength through the session, which helped keep the left open. The surfers worked on building confidence in the bigger waves, which they can carry forward to future sessions.

We have a new moon today on the Balinese calendar, which is when the Balinese pray for forgiveness and cleansing. Many Balinese will be attending ceremonies all across the island today.

Huge waves and beautiful conditions at Uluwatu! Today was a big wave surfers’ dream with long lines, offshore wind, and bright, sunny weather. Wave heights at Outside Corner were reaching several times overhead. There were also some bombs at the peak. The waves broke beautifully down the reef with mechanical perfection. Many surfers scored what could have been the ride of their lives with rides going past the big rock towards Ulu Cliffhouse.

Uluwatu is a magical wave that is perfect from 2 ft. to as big as it gets. Just a few short days ago, this wave was nearly flat. Today, the waves are much bigger than 2 ft., but the lines are just as perfect. There are few places in the world where the same can be said.

Pumping surf this morning across the Bukit! Uuwatu is seeing wave heights up to triple-overhead with clean, almost windless conditions early. Impossibles was serving up endless double-overhead waves but just needed a touch of offshore wind and a bit more tide to really turn on. With the healthy swell and the morning low tide, our advanced and intermediate surfers paddled out at Dreamland to test their skills in waves up to double-overhead high waves. A few skilful surfers were able to tuck into some barrels while the rest of the surfers snagged some larger walls.

While coming in at a good size, the swell is not large enough for the Rip Curl Cup at Padang Padang to run. Grab a seat cliffside at Uluwatu and enjoy the show!

Our intermediate surfers had an exciting morning at Dreamland. There were a few bigger sets left over from the previous swell, which kept the surfers on their toes. The waves were mostly breaking overhead-high at the A-frame. The lefts were breaking quickly but cleanly, while the rights were just a bit softer. The wind was blowing nicely offshore, and the weather was tropical. The surfers worked on paddling into the sizey waves with commitment, motivated by the instructor’s encouragement and careful guidance. The surfers can then bring this confidence forward the next time they surf waves with a little extra size.

The A-Frame at Dreamland only needs a low tide and a head-high swell to work well for intermediate surfers. The conditions will be good for Dreamland early morning for the next few days.