8-Frame
8-Frame is an excellent tube-riding right reef break near Hilistaro village on Nias's east coast. The wave offers quality barrel rides in a less-visited part of the island, providing a good alternative for surfers looking to explore beyond the famous Lagundri Bay area. The east coast exposure picks up different swell angles, extending the surfable conditions on the island.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (215°)
- Direction range
- 190° - 240°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.9m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (0°)
- Offshore range
- 330° - 30°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
- Optimal range
- 0.7m - 1.8m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Fly to Gunungsitoli, drive east coast
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at 8-Frame?
8-Frame works best on a mid to high tide, ideally between 0.7m and 1.8m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at 8-Frame?
Offshore wind at 8-Frame blows from the N (0°). Anything in the 330° to 30° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at 8-Frame?
8-Frame wants SW swell (190° to 240°) between 0.9m and 2.4m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf 8-Frame?
The main season at 8-Frame is Apr-Oct. SW swell season (Apr-Oct), SE trade winds offshore
How do I get to 8-Frame?
Fly into GNS, then allow about 60 minutes by road. Fly to Gunungsitoli, drive east coast
What kind of wave is 8-Frame?
8-Frame is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
SW swell season (Apr-Oct), SE trade winds offshore
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