Max's Left
Premier left in the Telo chain. Hollow and mechanical on its day.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (235°)
- Direction range
- 210° - 260°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (112°)
- Offshore range
- 82° - 142°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
Water temp
28°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Charter boat from Padang (~12hr)
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Max's Left?
Max's Left works best on a mid tide, ideally between 0.5m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Max's Left?
Offshore wind at Max's Left blows from the ESE (112°). Anything in the 82° to 142° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Max's Left?
Max's Left wants SW swell (210° to 260°) between 1.2m and 2.4m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Max's Left?
The main season at Max's Left is Apr-Oct. SW swell season (Apr-Oct), SE trade winds offshore
How do I get to Max's Left?
Fly into PDG, then allow about 0 minutes by road, plus a boat transfer (around $250 USD). Charter boat from Padang (~12hr)
What kind of wave is Max's Left?
Max's Left is a reef break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 6/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Oct
SW swell season (Apr-Oct), SE trade winds offshore
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