Bingin Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
S, SW
Wind
E
Surf Height
Chest high-overhead
Tide
Dropping, medium to low. Can be fun for beginner on high tide.
Bingin Surf Guide
Bingin is all about perfect barrels. This wave at the end of the Impossibles reef loves a four-foot swell and a mid-low tide. When it's on, every wave of every set will have a clean, open, perfect barrel. If you want to get a barrel, this is the place where it's almost guaranteed. However, you will not be the only one in the water seeking this experience. A small takeoff spot, a community of visiting surfers, and red-hot locals that known every twist of the reef can make it difficult to actually catch one of these perfect barrels. Another aspect of Bingin that visiting surfers should be aware of is the end section, Stop Signs. No other piece of reef in Indonesia has collected more skin from surfers than this clump of raised coral. It's important for surfers to understand that Bingin is not a long wave. Drop in, get barreled, pull out. Going for that extra turn will usually leave the unsuspecting surfer high and dry with an afternoon trip to the local clinic for stitches.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate-Advanced
Local Vibe
Doable
Considering the usual crowd and the small take off zone, the vibe at Bingin is generally good. Drop ins are particularly dangerous here and can be a source of injury and argument. As with anywhere in Indonesia, humility and respect go a long way.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Heavy. There is a crew of local rippers from Bingin. They known the wave inside and out and can get any wave they want. However, they are a friendly bunch and they will share with visiting surfers.
Spot Rating
Perfect
Quite good.
Shoulder Burn
Light
Minimal.
Water Quality
Clean
Mostly clean.
Hazards
The exposed reef at "Stop Signs" send people to get stitched up all the time.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Fish
Access
Easy. Parking is available at the top of the beach and costs 1,000rp ($0.10).
Bottom
Very Shallow, Sharp, Coral Reef.
Best Season
May-September
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