Difficulty 7
Break frequency 4
144 days a year
Wave Direction
Swell Direction
2.0m - 2.5m Swell
Wind Direction
Tide
spot author
Username: longinus
Date created: 15/06/2008
recommended board
- Shaper: 7S
- Design: Super Fish
- Sizes: 5'9" to 6'3"
- Surfer Weight: 75kg to 90kg
The Super Fish is a phenomenon! It is loved by thousands of surfers around the world who have bought one since we launched the board a couple of years ago. The secret to the success of the Super Fish is in ... Read more
general information
Also known as Chilean Pipeline, El Gringo is not for the faint hearted. Tyically a solid left hander offering an occasional right in optimal conditions. This wave offers the intensity of it's Hawaiian namesake with a fraction of the crowd, albeit at about 20 degrees cooler temperatures as well. The whole Chilean coast here is a true surfing wonderland, just bring everything that you have made of rubber - cold water all year round.
Wave length
50-100m
Best months
May - September
Equipment
Body Board, Short board, gun
Wave type
Fast
Access
Standard Paddle
Hazards
Reef/Rock, Rips
5 Day Forecast
5 day forecast not available.
Air - Sea - Swell - Wind
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