Lance's left
Lance's Left is one of the most iconic left-hand reef breaks in the Mentawai Islands, Indonesia. The wave offers long, fast walls with multiple barrel sections, especially at mid to high tide. It work...
Current Conditions
Conditions snapshot
5:47 PM
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Swell
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Wind
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Tide
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Air
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Seasonality
April–October
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Spot Guide
Direction
Left
Wave Type
fasthollow
Bottom
Reef
Vibe
Lively, competitive, adventurous
Crowd
Lance's Left is often crowded during peak season, especially mornings, with visiting surfers and charter boats.
Localism
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Local Tips
- •Bring reef booties
- •Avoid low tide if inexperienced
- •Respect local surf etiquette
- •Early mornings are less crowded
Hazards
Sharp ReefCrowdsStrong CurrentsShallow Reef
Additional Hazards:
- ⚠Shallow and sharp coral reef
- ⚠Strong currents on bigger swells
- ⚠Sea urchins on the inside
- ⚠Crowded takeoff zone
- ⚠Risk of cuts and scrapes
Local Logistics
Boat Access
This spot typically requires a boat.
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Location & Access
Access Information
Reachable only by charter or surf boat from nearby islands; no direct land access.
Parking
curating in progress :)
Walk to Beach
curating in progress :)
Entry Fee
c. 20k IDR
Access Hours
24/7
Your Sessions
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