Rifles
ExpertSurf report
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.7 m | 1.6m 12s S | 10 km/h on | 1.0m |
| 9 AM | 1.8 m | 1.7m 12s S | 6 km/h off | 0.4m |
| 12 PM | 1.8 m | 1.6m 12s S | 11 km/h off | 0.2m |
| 3 PM | 1.9 m | 1.6m 13s S | 12 km/h off | 0.6m |
| 6 PM | 1.9 m | 1.8m 12s S | 22 km/h cross | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.9 m | 1.9m 11s S | 6 km/h cross | 1.1m |
| 9 AM | 1.9 m | 1.9m 11s S | 6 km/h cross | 0.5m |
| 12 PM | 1.9 m | 1.9m 11s S | 11 km/h on | 0.1m |
| 3 PM | 1.8 m | 1.8m 10s S | 14 km/h on | 0.4m |
| 6 PM | 1.8 m | 1.8m 10s S | 8 km/h on | 0.6m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.6 m | 1.6m 10s S | 6 km/h off | 1.2m |
| 9 AM | 1.6 m | 1.6m 10s S | 2 km/h off | 0.8m |
| 12 PM | 1.5 m | 1.5m 10s S | 3 km/h off | 0.1m |
| 3 PM | 1.5 m | 1.5m 10s S | 8 km/h cross | 0.3m |
| 6 PM | 1.5 m | 1.4m 9s S | 14 km/h on | 0.7m |
| Time | Surf | Swell | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 AM | 1.4 m | 1.1m 9s S | 1 km/h cross | 1.1m |
| 9 AM | 1.4 m | 1.1m 8s S | 9 km/h cross | 0.9m |
| 12 PM | 1.4 m | 1.0m 10s S | 2 km/h on | 0.2m |
| 3 PM | 1.4 m | 1.2m 11s S | 2 km/h off | 0.1m |
| 6 PM | 1.4 m | 1.3m 11s S | 3 km/h on | 0.6m |
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| Time | Wave | Swell | Period | Wind | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 AM | 1.8m | 1.7m S | 12s | 6 NNW off | 0.4m |
| 10 AM | 1.8m | 1.7m S | 12s | 9 NNW off | 0.2m |
| 11 AM | 1.8m | 1.7m S | 12s | 7 NNW off | 0.1m |
| 12 PM | 1.8m | 1.6m S | 12s | 11 N off | 0.2m |
| 1 PM | 1.9m | 1.5m S | 12s | 14 N off | 0.3m |
| 2 PM | 1.9m | 1.5m S | 13s | 13 N off | 0.4m |
| 3 PM | 1.9m | 1.6m S | 13s | 12 NNW off | 0.6m |
| 4 PM | 1.9m | 1.6m S | 13s | 18 WNW cross | 0.7m |
| 5 PM | 1.9m | 1.7m S | 12s | 22 W cross | 0.7m |
| 6 PM | 1.9m | 1.8m S | 12s | 22 WNW cross | 0.6m |
| 7 PM | 2.0m | 1.9m S | 12s | 19 WNW cross | 0.5m |
| 8 PM | 2.0m | 1.9m S | 12s | 14 WNW cross | 0.3m |
| 9 PM | 2.0m | 1.9m S | 12s | 6 WSW on | 0.2m |
| 10 PM | 2.0m | 1.8m S | 11s | 3 W cross | 0.1m |
| 11 PM | 2.0m | 1.9m S | 11s | 4 N off | 0.1m |
| 12 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m S | 11s | 9 NNW off | 0.2m |
| 1 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m S | 11s | 14 WNW cross | 0.4m |
| 2 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m S | 11s | 16 WNW cross | 0.7m |
| 3 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m S | 11s | 14 W cross | 0.9m |
| 4 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m S | 11s | 11 W cross | 1.1m |
| 5 AM | 2.0m | 1.9m S | 11s | 9 W cross | 1.2m |
| 6 AM | 1.9m | 1.9m S | 11s | 6 WNW cross | 1.1m |
| 7 AM | 1.9m | 1.9m S | 11s | 4 WNW cross | 1.0m |
| 8 AM | 1.9m | 1.9m S | 11s | 3 NW off | 0.8m |
About Rifles
Rifles ist ein absolut epischer Rechtsbrecher, der im südlichen Mentawai-Archipel, auf den Pagai-Inseln, liegt. Von vielen als der beste Rechtsbrecher der Welt angesehen, ist Rifles eine lange, schnelle, röhrenförmige Welle mit perfekt ausgerichteten Abschnitten, die sich über mehr als 200 Meter erstrecken können. Es ist ein Spot, der für fortgeschrittene Surfer reserviert ist, mit technischen Abschnitten, sauberen Röhren und einer Geschwindigkeit, die dich während der gesamten Fahrt aktiv hält. Wenn es gut läuft, ist es einfach ein Meisterwerk der Natur.
Local knowledge
Flaches, scharfes lebendes Korallenriff zieht sich über die Länge des Riffs, und es wird gefährlich flach in den inneren und Endabschnitten, wo die Welle bei Ebbe über trockenes Korallenriff rast – Stürze hier bedeuten Riffwunden und Schlimmeres. Es gibt eine starke Strömung, die den Punkt hinunterzieht, was das Paddeln erleichtert, dich aber an der Abflugstelle vorbeischwemmt, wenn du nicht darauf achtest, und die langen, schnellen Abschnitte bestrafen jede Zögerlichkeit. Wenn ein Swell einsetzt, ist dies ein Magnet für die Bootscharter-Gemeinde, sodass das Einsteigen und Kollisionen an einem überfüllten Peak ein echtes Risiko darstellen.
Dies ist ein Bootszugangspunkt auf den Pagai-Inseln der südlichen Mentawais – du erreichst ihn mit einem Charterboot oder von einem nahegelegenen Landcamp mit einem Schlauchboot, nicht zu Fuß. Anker oder lass dich an der Schulter absetzen, paddel in den Kanal, der entlang des Riffs verläuft, und nutze die Strömung, um dich zur Abflugzone zu bringen; verlasse den Spot auf die gleiche Weise in den tieferen Kanal, anstatt zu versuchen, über das trockene innere Riff zu kommen. Timed deine Sessions um die Gezeiten – mittlere bis hohe Gezeiten decken das Riff ab und machen den Ein- und Ausstieg viel sicherer.
Bring ein schnelles, kraftvolles Board mit ausreichend Länge, um die Abschnitte zu meistern und in der Röhre zu halten – ein Hochleistungs-Shortboard oder ein Step-Up im Bereich von 6'2"–6'8", je nach Größe. Bei einem soliden, pumpenden Swell greif zu einem sauberen Step-Up oder kleinen Gun, damit du die langen Wände entlang rasen kannst; lass den Fish zu Hause, diese Welle dreht sich alles um Geschwindigkeit und nicht darum, hinterherzuhängen.
moderate — be polite, wait your turn.
Where to go now
Rifles vs. nearby, live| Spot | Surf | Swell | Wind | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rifles Best now this spot | 1.8m | 1.7m 12s | 6 off | Epic |
| 0 km away | 1.7m | 1.7m 12s | 6 off | Epic |
| 5 km away | 1.7m | 1.7m 12s | 4 off | Epic |
| 7 km away | 1.7m | 1.7m 12s | 4 off | Epic |
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Bagus Surf Camp Mentawai
★ 5.0Pulau Masokut, Kec. Seberut Bar. Daya, Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai, Sumatera Barat 25397, Indonesia
Set within reach of the fast, walling waves at Rifles, this Bagus camp keeps things straightforward and surf-driven in true Mentawai fashion. Best for intermediate and advanced surfers eager to tackle one of the region's most rippable righthanders.
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Uma Laguna Surfboard Rent
★ 5.0Km 0. Near harbour, Tuapejat, Sipora Utara, Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai, Sumatera Barat 25932, Indonesia
Tucked away near the legendary Rifles wave in the Mentawai, Uma Laguna keeps things simple with boards on hand and a laid-back island vibe. A handy base for traveling surfers who want to be close to world-class right-handers without the resort price tag.
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Pitstop Hill Mentawai
★ 5.0Pitstops, NyangNyang Island, Katurei, Kec. Seberut Bar. Daya, Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai, Sumatera Barat 25393, Indonesia
Perched near Rifles in the heart of the Mentawai, Pitstop Hill is a relaxed spot for surfers chasing the islands' famous reef breaks. Suits anyone who wants an easygoing home base between sessions on some of Indonesia's best waves.
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Mentawai surf'n smile
★ 5.0Jalan Kampung Pei Pei, KM 0 , pasakiat Taileleu Kecamatan Siberut Barat Mentawai Pei, Katurei, Kec. Seberut Bar. Daya, Pei, Sumatera Barat 25393, Indonesia
With a name that says it all, Mentawai Surf'n Smile pairs good waves near Rifles with the warm, friendly energy these islands are known for. A welcoming choice for surfers who want guidance and a few laughs along the way.
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Solid Surf House - Villa Mentawai (Surf Camp Resort)
★ 4.9DS, Tuapejat - Rokot No.0 KM 1, RT.0, Sipora Jaya, Sipora Utara, Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai, Sumatera Barat 25932, Indonesia
A well-loved surf camp resort set close to Rifles in the Mentawai, Solid Surf House offers a comfortable villa base for dedicated surf trips. Ideal for traveling surfers who want everything sorted so they can focus on scoring quality reef breaks.
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Playground Surf Resort
★ 4.9Jl: tanah beroyo 84 -West Sumatra-Padang cep" 25000, Katurei, Seberut Barat Daya, Mentawai Islands Regency, West Sumatra 25393, Indonesia
Sitting near the playful and powerful waves around Rifles, Playground Surf Resort is built for surfers who want their days revolving around the lineup. A solid pick for those after a proper Mentawai surf-resort experience.
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Surfing in Mentawai
Full Mentawai surf guide →If there's one name that makes surfers go quiet and start saving, it's the Mentawai. This remote archipelago of more than 70 islands sits off the west coast of Sumatra, fully exposed to raw Indian Ocean swell, and it has earned its reputation as one of the most concentrated, high-quality wave zones on Earth.
✈️Getting there
All routes run through Padang, the port city in West Sumatra. Fly into Padang's Minangkabau International Airport (PDG), usually via Jakarta, or via Kuala Lumpur or Singapore on regional carriers.
🛵Getting around
The Mentawai are about boats, not roads. Once you arrive, your daily transport to the waves is by boat — either the liveaboard itself or the resort's tenders and speedboats running surfers out to the breaks.
🌤️Climate & season
The Mentawai are equatorial, hot and humid year-round, with water warm enough for boardshorts or a thin top (roughly 27–29°C). There's no real winter — just wetter and drier patterns.