Box by Box
Box by Box is Soup Bowl's heavier neighbor—a grinding left that breaks into shallow reef with serious consequences. This is where Barbados prodigy Zander Venezia honed his skills, and it remains a proving ground for those seeking more intensity than Soup Bowl delivers. Expert only.
Box by Box surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Direction range
- 20° - 80°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2m - 2.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 240° - 300°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low
- Optimal range
- 0.2m - 0.8m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Bathsheba area. Soup Bowl's heavier neighbor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Box by Box?
The Box by Box profile favors low tide, ideally between 0.2m and 0.8m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Box by Box?
The Box by Box profile uses wind from W (270°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 240° to 300°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Box by Box?
The Box by Box scoring profile favors swell from NE (20° to 80°), a swell-height range of 1.2m to 3m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Box by Box?
The main season at Box by Box is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Sep, Oct. Winter swells. Quality when Soup Bowl is too big.
How do I get to Box by Box?
The spot profile lists BGI as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 35 minutes. Bathsheba area. Soup Bowl's heavier neighbor.
What kind of wave is Box by Box?
Box by Box is a reef break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 8/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Winter swells. Quality when Soup Bowl is too big.
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