Joysticks
Joysticks is the most consistent spot in the Banyak Islands, offering a multi-sectioned wave with both tubing and whackable sections. The A-frame nature of the break provides options on both sides of the peak, making it versatile for different surf styles. Its consistency means it's rarely flat when swell is in the region, serving as a reliable fallback when other breaks aren't working.
Today's Conditions
Location & Conditions
Tide Times
Strike Score Breakdown
Location & Conditions
Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (220°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 240°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 135°
- Best window
- morning
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Boat from Simeulue or Singkil
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
SW swell season (Apr-Oct), SE trade winds offshore
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Treasure Island
🌊 Banyak's best right • Long barrels • Frontier surf adventure
Lolok Point
🌊 Banyak left • Pairs with Treasure Island • Wind-shift versatility
The Peak (Simeulue)
🌊 Simeulue A-frame • Range of swell angles • Picturesque setting
Dylan's Right
🌊 Simeulue Island right • Barrel rides • Tropical Indo
Tea Bags
🌊 Simeulue barrel • Less explored • Quality right reef
Bawa
🌊 Indo Sunset Beach • Huge right barrels • Hinako Islands power