Scar Reef Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Scar Reef Surf Guide
An ominous name for a world-class barrel, Scar Reef is one of Sumbawa's absolute best and most respected. Tucked in the north side lee of Benete Point, in the big, scenic bay fronting Jelinggah village, Scar's freight-train take-offs are followed by a thick, pitching wall and several backdoor sections.Requiring a larger, southwest swell five-foot or bigger to really break properly, Scar is wonderfully sheltered from the prevailing winter southeast trades, so it's often side/offshore here in prime season, making it a very popular destination for surfers the world over...who can cope with some possible scarring.
Ability Level
Advanced
Advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
None.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Depends on number of surf boats in the area at any given time.
Spot Rating
Perfect
Very good.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Medium
Water Quality
Clean
Clean
Hazards
Ultra sharp, shallow reef and heavy barrel sections.
Bring Your
Shortboard
Access
Boat charter.
Bottom
Coral.
Best Season
April-September
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