E-Bay
E-Bay is a heavy, hollow left-hander in the Mentawai Islands that breaks over sharp reef with two distinct rock sections. The wave produces excellent tube time in stunning emerald-green water, making it a photographer's dream. Located in the North Pagai island group, it picks up consistent SW swell during the April-October season and benefits from light easterly trade winds. The wave is best at medium tide and requires intermediate-to-advanced skills due to the shallow reef and rock hazards.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (215°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 230°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ENE (67°)
- Offshore range
- 37° - 97°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Charter boat from Padang (~10hr) or speedboat (~4hr)
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is E-Bay?
E-Bay is a reef break in North Pagai, Mentawai, Indonesia, that mostly breaks left.
What swell works best at E-Bay?
E-Bay picks up swell from the SSW round to the SW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 2.4m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 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 E-Bay?
An ENE wind is dead offshore at E-Bay, and anything from the NE round to the E keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to midday. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at E-Bay?
E-Bay is at its best around mid tide, roughly 0.5m to 1.5m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf E-Bay?
The most reliable run of swell at E-Bay comes Apr to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Mar too. Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.
How cold is the water at E-Bay?
The water at E-Bay averages around 28°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is E-Bay good for beginners?
Not really. It's rated 8/10 for difficulty and suits experienced surfers. Expect a moderate crowd (4/10) when it's on. Things to watch for: sharp, shallow reef (booties help), rocks at the entry or in the lineup and long hold-downs.
How do I get to E-Bay?
The nearest airport on our list is PDG. From there you need a boat to reach the break (we estimate around $200 USD, but confirm with an operator). Charter boat from Padang (~10hr) or speedboat (~4hr).
What other surf spots are near E-Bay?
The closest breaks we track are Macaronis (2.8 km), Greenbush (2.8 km) and Stormrider (14 km), handy when E-Bay isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
Secondary: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.
Getting There
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Stormrider
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Bankvaults
🎰 Playgrounds multi-section right • Linking walls • Mid-crowd escape
Beng Bengs
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Rags Right
🌊 South Pagai perfection • Multi-section barrels • Super shallow
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