The pipe (midway beach)
Edit SpotAbout
it is a wicked spot with mean waves but you can
score better waves in gisborne
Atmosphere:
Respect the locals if they give you a wave take it
you wont get another one soon
Additional Info:
if it is big go to wainui it will be bigger and barreling
Location
Loading...Access
park your car at roberts rd or at the top of pipe (midway beach)
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | Yes |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy with rock |
| Power | Hollow, Fast, Powerful |
| Frequency | Very consistent (150+ days/year) |
| Normal length | Short (<50m) |
| Good day length | Long (150 to 300m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | Unknown |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | Unknown |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 12ft |
| Tide | High tide only |
| Tide movement | Falling tide |
Crowd
| Week | Few surfers |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Ultra crowded |
Dangers
None
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Roberts rd
0.16 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
Gizzy Pipe
0.70 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
Cliffs
2.12 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Reef (coral, sharp rocks etc.) |
| Frequency: | Don't know |