Rifles is pure Mentawai magic—a flawless right-hand barrel that can run for 200+ meters when the swell angle is dialed. The wave requires a precise South swell direction to connect all sections, and when it does, it's arguably the most perfect right-hander on Earth. The tube is round, the water is crystal clear, and the rides are seemingly endless. Located in the Playgrounds region of the Mentawais, Rifles is the crown jewel that boat charter dreams are made of.
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Boat/resort
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