Velzyland is a draining right-hand ledge over shallow coral named after legendary shaper Dale Velzy. Phantom Reef offshore funnels swell directly into the lineup, creating hollow, peeling rights that can run for 150 yards. One of the most heavily localized spots on the North Shore.
Water temp
25°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Bottom
Reef
Max wave face
3.5m+
Board
Shortboard
Consistency
6/10
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
5/10
👥 Spring Break (Mar 14 – Mar 22) — expect extra crowds
Access: Beach access. Limited parking.
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Oct
Nov-Mar. Named after Dale Velzy. Phantom Reef offshore funnels swell in.
🏪 Kammie's Market legacy • Workable walls • Under the radar
👻 Outer reef phantom • XL swell only • Deep water power
🏠 Behind the houses • Fast takeoff required • Shallow detonations
🌅 The ultimate proving ground • Shifting peaks • Deep water power
🌊 Pipe's outer shelf • 2nd & 3rd reef • Reforms into Pipeline
💪 Pipeline's neighbor • Powerful rights • Regular footer's dream