A Frames is one of the most consistent lefts in the Mentawai Islands. Situated in front of an idyllic island it is one of the many good waves found in the Playgrounds region. There are generally two sections to surf, the top and the inside. The peaks at the top can be a bit shifty and require a fair amount of paddling around to find the right area while the inside section is more dependable and offers up a better wall to work with. A frames is easily one of the most popular spots in the Mentawai's and is sometimes referred to as "John Candies".
Our Advice: A Frames is usually where the goofyfoots reign supreme. Every wave is different here but on it's best days it's an exhilirating experience with a consistent take off zone.
Recommended Board: Any type of board works great here.
Zone: Playgrounds
Overall Rating: 6/8
Best Size: 3-10 ft
Consistency: 8/10
Difficulty: 5/10
Bottom: Coral Reef
Reef Factor: 5/10
Length of Ride: 25 - 75 yards
Ability Level: Intermediate
Swell Direction: South/Southwest
Best Wind: None or West
Best Tide: Medium
Video/Photo Access: Good
Shore Access: Easy but far from the
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