Tilloo Cut
Tilloo Cut is an Abaco adventure wave—a reef break that acts as a swell magnet for E swells in an uninhabited area. Boat access is required, adding to the expedition feel. For surfers seeking true Caribbean adventure surfing.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Direction range
- 60° - 120°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.8m - 2.2m
- Height multiplier
- 1.03×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 240° - 300°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.6m - 1.5m
Water temp
26°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
1/10
Access: Abaco. Boat access required. Adventure surf.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Tilloo Cut?
Tilloo Cut is a reef break in Abaco, Bahamas, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Tilloo Cut?
Tilloo Cut picks up swell from the ENE round to the ESE, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the E. It starts working at around 1.2m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.8 to 2.2m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Tilloo Cut?
A W wind is dead offshore at Tilloo Cut, and anything from the WSW round to the WNW keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Tilloo Cut?
Tilloo Cut is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.6m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Tilloo Cut?
The most reliable run of swell at Tilloo Cut comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Sep to Oct too. Swell magnet on E swells. Trades in summer, uninhabited, adventure required.
How cold is the water at Tilloo Cut?
The water at Tilloo Cut averages around 26°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Tilloo Cut good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 1/10). Swell magnet on E swells. Trades in summer. Adventure required.
How do I get to Tilloo Cut?
The nearest airport on our list is MHH, then it's roughly a one-hour drive. From there you need a boat to reach the break (we estimate around $75 USD, but confirm with an operator). Abaco. Boat access required. Adventure surf.
What other surf spots are near Tilloo Cut?
The closest breaks we track are Willawaby (19 km), Garbanzos (20 km) and Indigo's (21 km), handy when Tilloo Cut isn't working. We track 4 spots around Abaco in total.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Swell magnet on E swells. Trades in summer, uninhabited, adventure required.
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