The Wave
Southwest swell and east wind are the clean pairing here.
The ideal tide is mid to high and incoming, and the wave is best treated as an expert-only barrel.
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The Box
The Box is a powerful right-hand point break west of Ahipara, with short hollow barrels, southwest swell, east wind, and a mid-to-high incoming tide window. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for The Box in Northland.
Break TypePoint Break
Skill LevelAdvanced - Expert
LocationNorthland, NZ
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