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JACKALS is a new wave only 11 years old was formed during the recent 2-3 meter uplift. of Simeulue Island on the SW coast during the 2004/2005 earthquakes that also caused the tsunami. With the reef raised sand from nearby beaches fills in and covers flat rock makes for perfect A-Frames and an alternative name Sumatran Trestles. Depending on swell directions produces barrels both left and right. There a surf camp dierctly in front of Jackals named CASARINA SIMEULUE owner been at Simeulue for over 15years. Has heaps of info of the area was with crew of Bohemian during exploration of the area late 90 early 2000 naming waves Thailand and Tea Bags..
English (Translate this text in English): JACKALS is a new wave only 11 years old was formed during the recent 2-3 meter uplift. of Simeulue Island on the SW coast during the 2004/2005 earthquakes that also caused the tsunami. With the reef raised sand from nearby beaches fills in and covers flat rock makes for perfect A-Frames and an alternative name Sumatran Trestles. Depending on swell directions produces barrels both left and right. There a surf camp dierctly in front of Jackals named CASARINA SIMEULUE owner been at Simeulue for over 15years. Has heaps of info of the area was with crew of Bohemian during exploration of the area late 90 early 2000 naming waves Thailand and Tea Bags..
English (Translate this text in English): JACKALS is a new wave only 11 years old was formed during the recent 2-3 meter uplift. of Simeulue Island on the SW coast during the 2004/2005 earthquakes that also caused the tsunami. With the reef raised sand from nearby beaches fills in and covers flat rock makes for perfect A-Frames and an alternative name Sumatran Trestles. Depending on swell directions produces barrels both left and right. There a surf camp dierctly in front of Jackals named CASARINA SIMEULUE owner been at Simeulue for over 15years. Has heaps of info of the area was with crew of Bohemian during exploration of the area late 90 early 2000 naming waves Thailand and Tea Bags..
English (Translate this text in English): JACKALS is a new wave only 11 years old was formed during the recent 2-3 meter uplift. of Simeulue Island on the SW coast during the 2004/2005 earthquakes that also caused the tsunami. With the reef raised sand from nearby beaches fills in and covers flat rock makes for perfect A-Frames and an alternative name Sumatran Trestles. Depending on swell directions produces barrels both left and right. There a surf camp dierctly in front of Jackals named CASARINA SIMEULUE owner been at Simeulue for over 15years. Has heaps of info of the area was with crew of Bohemian during exploration of the area late 90 early 2000 naming waves Thailand and Tea Bags..
DistanceTake a car
WalkInstant access (< 5min)
Easy to find?Easy to find
Public access?Public access
Special accessDon't know
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Surf Spot Characteristics
Alternative name Nancala Simeulue
Surf Spot Quality
Wave qualityWorld Class
ExperienceAll surfers
FrequencyVery consistent (150 day/year)
Wave
TypeReef-rocky
DirectionRight and left
BottomFlat rocks with sand
PowerHollow, Fast, Powerful
Normal lengthNormal (50 to 150m)
Good day lengthNormal (50 to 150m)
Tide, Swell and Wind
Good swell directionSouthWest, South
Good wind directionNorth, SouthEast, NorthEast
Swell sizeStarts working at 1.0m-1.5m / 3ft-5ft and holds up to 2.5m+ / 8ft+
Best tide positionMid tide
Best tide movementRising tide
More details
Week crowdFew surfers
Week-end crowdFew surfers
Webcam url
Dangers
- Rips / undertow
Additional Information
Best way to get to this spot by staying at Baneng Beach resort http://www.simeulue.com/ Dave will get you there!!!!
www.surfjackals.com
www.surfsimeulue.com
English (Translate this text in English): Best way to get to this spot by staying at Baneng Beach resort http://www.simeulue.com/ Dave will get you there!!!!
www.surfjackals.com
www.surfsimeulue.com
English (Translate this text in English): Best way to get to this spot by staying at Baneng Beach resort http://www.simeulue.com/ Dave will get you there!!!!
www.surfjackals.com
www.surfsimeulue.com
English (Translate this text in English): Best way to get to this spot by staying at Baneng Beach resort http:&#47;&#47;www.simeulue.com&#47; Dave will get you there!!!!
www.surfjackals.com
www.surfsimeulue.com
Atmosphere
This spot is like a machine. We stayed on Simeulue for 11 days and surfed this place at 4ft perfection everyday - without fail. The most consistent wave I've ever seen. Good fun too!!!
English (Translate this text in English): This spot is like a machine. We stayed on Simeulue for 11 days and surfed this place at 4ft perfection everyday - without fail. The most consistent wave I've ever seen. Good fun too!!!
English (Translate this text in English): This spot is like a machine. We stayed on Simeulue for 11 days and surfed this place at 4ft perfection everyday - without fail. The most consistent wave I've ever seen. Good fun too!!!
English (Translate this text in English): This spot is like a machine. We stayed on Simeulue for 11 days and surfed this place at 4ft perfection everyday - without fail. The most consistent wave I've ever seen. Good fun too!!!
General
Typical peak of swell magnet Simeulue. Near to the road. Very easy access.
English (Translate this text in English): Typical peak of swell magnet Simeulue. Near to the road. Very easy access.
English (Translate this text in English): Typical peak of swell magnet Simeulue. Near to the road. Very easy access.
English (Translate this text in English): Typical peak of swell magnet Simeulue. Near to the road. Very easy access.
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By Anonymous , 09-11-2015
dont believe surf boat charters - Surf charter boat 10 years ago said there was nothing further up along the coast here. last time i ever listen to one.