Surf GuideGisborne and Mahia

Old Man's Hat

Name: Old Man's Hat
Address: Gisborne and Mahia, NZ

Old Man's Hat is a Mahia Peninsula reef break with a punchy, inconsistent setup. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Old Man's Hat in Gisborne and Mahia.

Break TypeReef Break

Skill LevelIntermediate

LocationGisborne and Mahia, NZ

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Southwest wind is the clean side, east swell is the main line, and mid tide is the best window.

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Watch the rocks and check whether the reef line is standing up before you paddle.

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