Cribber.

A thick, fast-moving peak that breaks over uneven reef off the north side of Towan headland. Rights offer the safer ride while lefts produce shorter, more critical waves. The wave needs a solid W swell in the 3.5-7.5m range and perfectly clean conditions before it will break clear of the surrounding rock shelf, making it one of England's most fickle spots. When it does turn on, the takeoff is critical with thick, powerful walls rolling through. The spot sat virtually unknown until South African big-wave surfer Chris Bertish rode it at size in 2004, putting Cribber on the global big-wave map. Since then the lineup fills quickly whenever a suitable swell hits, despite the spot only working a handful of times per year. Access is from the Little Fistral car park on the headland, with a paddle out through heavy water and submerged rocks. Incoming tides on the lower end work best. The rips are savage when the swell is pumping and hold-downs are serious, so this is strictly experienced big-wave territory. Jet ski support is common on bigger days.

Thick reef peak that needs Western swell, clean water, and serious nerve.