Difficulty 5
Break frequency 4
144 days a year
Wave Direction
Swell Direction
1.5m - 2.0m Swell
Wind Direction
Tide

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Username: longinus
Date created: 08/07/2008
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
One of the best waves in the eastern Mediterranean. Sadly, this break is often silent but that is all part of the deal when it comes to surfing in the Med. Haifa or Backdoor as it is known is one of the more popular breaks in the region so rarely will it be uncrowded but the average Israel surfer is a fairly mellow soul. Be prepared to do some serious waiting if you plan on surfing here, time your visit around the main dominance of the Sirocco winds typically around either March or November.
These winds will ensure any swell bouncing around the Mediterranean will be at it's maximum. Haifa is a fairly standard beach break entry, classic on it's day but very sandbank dependant.
Wave length
50-100m
Best months
September - November
Equipment
Body Board, Short board, Long board
Wave type
Standard
Access
Standard Paddle
5 Day Forecast
5 day forecast not available.
Air - Sea - Swell - Wind
- 4/3 steamer
- 4/3 steamer
- Spring suit
- 3/2 steamer
w
0M / F5
nw
0M / F4
nw
0M / F4
nw
0M / F4