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Acid Drops

A shallow, fast right/left reef off Poipu that jacks into steep, barreling drops-Acid Drops punishes slow takeoffs and shallow coral with powerful, short barrels. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Acid Drops in Hawaii.

Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelAdvanced - Expert
LocationHawaii, US
Spot Guide

Lineup Insights

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The Wave

Expect the spot to light up on solid south-SSE groundswells with clean NE offshore winds.

Mid to slightly high tide smooths the face and reduces reef bite, while low tide exposes shallow sections and raises hazard severity.

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Lineup Guide

A rocky jump-in and a deep paddle channel mean access is awkward and the shallow coral and urchin fields turn mistakes into real consequences.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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