Phantoms is a North Shore outer reef that handles XXL size when the nearshore breaks are maxed out. The wave produces A-frame peaks that allow both lefts and rights, breaking in deeper water to create more forgiving conditions than the inner reefs. When massive winter swells hit, Phantoms offers an alternative for those seeking rideable waves amid the chaos.
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Paddle/tow-in
How well swell angle matches the spot
Wave height in the ideal range
Each spot has different period requirements. Points and reefs can handle longer periods than beaches.
Offshore/glassy conditions