A Ds Doubles
- Shortboard, Advanced riders
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean
- Spot Type
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Range
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About
A-D's Doubles is an exposed, sandy beach-break at Sandy Beach Park that delivers a powerful, fast shorebreak and is described as capable of working year-round. It’s known for a “doubling-up” behavior on the shallow sandbank, producing quick, intense rides that often finish in heavy shorebreak closeout conditions. Surf is generally considered best with a South or East swell combined with lighter winds (or Kona winds offshore). Trade winds tend to be cross-onshore here, which can increase difficulty and emphasize the steep, dumping nature of the wave. Safety is a major concern at this specific peak: shallow water, submerged rocks/reef outcroppings, and a heavy shorebreak are repeatedly highlighted as the key hazards. Rip currents and strong lateral drift are also noted as common in the area, and the wave can become extremely dangerous and close out entirely on larger swells. Because conditions are advanced-level and access/conditions can be demanding, the safest approach is to come prepared, keep situational awareness near the shore, and follow local practice—especially around other surfers and bodyboarders who frequent the peak.
- Exposed, performance-focused shorebreak with doubling-up on the sandbar
- Advanced-only type of wave with steep closeouts
- Best when swell and wind align (South/East swell with light winds or Kona offshore)
- Powerful, fast, high-performance shorebreak with a distinctive doubling-up character
- Most reliable when trades are up and when swell/wind align favorably
- Year-round surf potential for the exposed beach-break section
- Dangerous shorebreak with shallow water and strong energy dumping directly toward shore
- Rocks and shallow-water hazards near the takeoff zone
- Limited rescue availability for emergencies
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- NE, E, SE
- Wind Range
- 15–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Prevailing North-East trade winds.
- Reliability
- high during trade wind season
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- May, June, July, August, September
- Shadow Zones
- Partial shadowing can occur very close to the cliffs if the wind is strictly North-East.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach entry with immediate deep-to-shallow transition.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Sandy beach entry but with immediate deep-to-shallow transition.
Through the year
High during weekends and summer months.
November to March
By sport
What to expect for each.
A-D's Doubles is a high-performance shorebreak that often 'doubles up' as it hits the shallow sandbank, producing quick, intense rides that typically end in a heavy shorebreak closeout.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S, SE, E
- Swell Height
- 0.5–1.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid
- Shelter
- Exposed
- Wind Effect
- Trade winds are cross-onshore; rare Kona winds from the South-West are offshore.
- Bigger Swell
- Can become extremely dangerous and close out entirely on large swells.
- Wave Quality
- Good
- Wave Power
- Powerful
- Wave Shape
- Mixed
- Peel Speed
- Fast
- Ride Length
- Short
- Ride Length Details
- Quick, intense rides that usually end in a heavy shorebreak closeout.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for A Ds Doubles in the full forecast view.
A Ds Doubles wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 6–12 ktsGusts 25 kts
- Direction
- ENE59°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2412 kts
- Windy days
- 2/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.4–2.0 m10s period
- Temperature
- 23–27 °C
Over the next 7 days, A Ds Doubles is forecast for daytime winds of 6–12 kts, peaking around 12 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 25 kts. The prevailing direction is ENE. Waves run 1.4–2.0 m with a period of about 10s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Rocks
- Heavy shorebreak
- Shallow water
- Rip currents
- Submerged rocks
- Occasional reef outcroppings near the shore
- Dangerous shallow-water dumping closeout on the sand/shore
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Year-round
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited
- Emergency Info
- Dial 911 for emergencies.
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate
Rules of the spot
Respect local bodyboarders and surfers who frequent this specific peak.
- No motorized craft
- The wave can be extremely hollow and dump onto very shallow sand.
- Commonly surfed by bodyboarders due to the intensity of the shorebreak.
- Best conditions tend to be on a South or East swell with light winds or Kona (offshore) winds.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Honolulu
- Nearest Town
- Honolulu
- Nearest Airport
- Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
- Parking
- Large public parking lot available at Sandy Beach Park.
- Public Transport
- Limited public bus access in practice; TheBus serves the area though carrying large gear is restricted.
- Access
- Accessible via Highway 72 (Kalanianaʻole Highway) at Sandy Beach Park.
- Cost Level
- Expensive
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Vacation rentals in Hawaii Kai or hotels in Waikiki.
- Food & Drink
- Occasional food trucks in the parking lot; shopping centers in nearby Hawaii Kai.
- Equipment Rental:
- Available in nearby Hawaii Kai or Honolulu.
- Gear Repair
- Surf shops in Hawaii Kai and Honolulu.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at A Ds Doubles?
The best overall months at A Ds Doubles are May, June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at A Ds Doubles?
A Ds Doubles works with NE, E, SE winds.
What skill level is A Ds Doubles suitable for?
A Ds Doubles suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.