The Wave
The break tends to clean up for long-period north to NNE groundswells with southeast (offshore) breezes.
It works on a range of tides but tightens and hollows up on mid to lower tides.
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Kuau Pipes
Kuau Pipes is a compact Paia reef that produces quick, often hollow lefts and rights a short paddle off the beach - perfect for fit shortboarders when north-to-NNE groundswell lights it up. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Kuau Pipes in Hawaii.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationHawaii, US
Forecast
- Waves 2-3 ft+
- Period 7 s
- Wind E 18 kt
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Lineup Insights
Lineup Guide
The line-up sits off a reef with a narrow rocky canal entry - plan exits carefully and watch for urchins and rip channels near the channel.
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