Hookers
- Shortboard, Advanced riders
- Best for
- Expert
- Skill Level
- Swell, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Empty
- Crowd Level
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About
Hookers is a long left-hand reef break in a sheltered cove on North Sipora (Mentawai Islands). It’s described as a regional classic offering fast speed walls and multiple rippable sections, with tube/hollow potential as the wave gets into shape. Conditions are strongly tied to swell. The wave is reported to start working around 1.0–1.5 m and can hold up to 2 m and beyond. On larger days it can become more hollow and challenging, with barrels and bigger “wall” style sections developing. Wind matters for wave cleanliness: SE wind is described as best (offshore), and offshore winds from the east/southeast are noted as producing the cleanest surf. The break is accessed only by boat, and timing around swell and tide is emphasized due to the remote setting. Skill level is advanced/expert. Hazards include rocks, reef, and coral (sharp coral/rocks), and lifeguards are not indicated. In an emergency, medical support is limited and major issues may require evacuation to Padang.
- Long lefts with fast walls and multiple tube sections
- Offshore SE/east winds help keep it clean
- Works from ~1.0–1.5 m and can hold up to 2 m+
- Often uncrowded relative to more mainstream Mentawai breaks
- Long, peeling lefts with fast rippable sections and tube opportunities.
- Powerful regional classic that can hold size well as swell builds.
- Reef-coral bottom with sharp rocks/coral makes falls risky.
- Boat access only; logistics are required to get there and to return safely.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SE, SSE, E
- Offshore directions
- SE, E
- Wind Range
- 5–15 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Southeast Trade winds are typical in the dry season; best surfing winds are generally offshore from the east/southeast.
- Reliability
- moderate
- Gust Factor
- Steady — Described as steady.
- Best Months
- May, June, July, August, September
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Ocean
- Beach
- Reef — Reef bottom / reef-coral described.
- Waves
- Medium — Medium waves; starts working around 1.0–1.5 m and can hold up to 2 m+.
- Launch
- Small — Boat access launch.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Launch difficulty described as moderate; boat-only access adds to overall logistical difficulty.
- Shore Break
- None — No shore break indicated.
Through the year
Prime months June–August can bring heavier crowds; shoulder months (April–May, September–October) are noted for fewer people.
December–February
By sport
What to expect for each.
A long left-hand reef break in a sheltered cove, offering fast speed walls and tube sections. Can get hollow and more challenging on bigger swells with barrels and big walls.
- Wave Direction
- Left
- Optimal Swell
- SW, WSW
- Swell Height
- 1–2 m
- Shelter
- Sheltered — Sheltered cove setting on North Sipora.
- Wind Effect
- Best with SE wind (offshore). Offshore winds from the east/southeast are described as producing the cleanest waves.
- Bigger Swell
- Holds size up to around 2 m and beyond; gets hollower and can produce barrels and big walls on larger swells.
- Wave Quality
- Excellent — Regional classic wave quality.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Hollow, fast, powerful; can produce barrels and big walls on bigger swells.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Long, peeling left-hand reef break; described as hollow at times.
- Peel Speed
- Fast — Multiple fast rippable sections.
- Ride Length
- Long — Normal rides commonly 50–150 m; good days can extend 150–300 m (up to ~183 m / 200 yards).
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–150 m
- Ride Length Details
- Rides can be up to 200 yards (about 183 m); good days reported 150–300 m with normal rides 50–150 m.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Hookers in the full forecast view.
Hookers wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–8 ktsGusts 15 kts
- Direction
- SE142°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 248 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.5–1.4 m11s period
- Temperature
- 26–29 °C
Over the next 7 days, Hookers is forecast for daytime winds of 3–8 kts, peaking around 8 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 15 kts. The prevailing direction is SE. Waves run 0.5–1.4 m with a period of about 11s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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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
- Reef
- Coral
- Sharp coral reef
- Sharp rocks
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguard presence indicated.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Formal rescue services are limited; support is commonly provided by local surf camps and private boat charters.
- Emergency Info
- Medical facilities are limited; major emergencies may require evacuation to Padang.
Rules of the spot
Standard surf etiquette applies.
- Boat access only
- Only accessible by boat, so plan transport around swell and tide timing.
- Timing is important for finding quieter waves; consider rolling with experienced guides to score.
- On bigger swells it can become more hollow and challenging, with barrels and big-wall conditions.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Tuapejat
- Nearest Town
- Tuapejat
- Public Transport
- primarily by sea via fast ferries from Padang or local longtail boats (pompongs); motorbikes on land
- Access
- By boat only
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Indonesian
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Accommodation ranges from budget-friendly stays in Tuapejat to higher-end surf resorts/charter-based options.
- Equipment Rental:
- Boards are widely available for rent via local camps; specialized wind/kite gear is extremely rare and usually needs to be brought by travelers.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Tuapejat functions as the logistical hub for reaching Mentawai surf breaks, with easy access to inter-island boat travel and nearby reef-based marine activities.
Main entry point to the Mentawai Islands and a hub for local life and inter-island boat travel.
Indigenous villages where traditional Mentawai culture, including tattooing and shamanism, is still practiced.
Reefs surrounding North Sipura with exceptional biodiversity and visibility for underwater exploration.
Popular beachfront spot for sundowners and social gathering among the surf community.
Calm, sandy beach near the town center suitable for swimming and family relaxation.
From riders who've been here
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Hookers?
The best overall months at Hookers are May, June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Hookers?
Hookers works with SE, SSE, E winds. Offshore directions are SE, E.
What skill level is Hookers suitable for?
Hookers suits these riding levels: Surfing: Expert.