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Sunset Beach is one of the most famous and dangerous breaks in the world, located on Oahu's North Shore. In winter, waves of 20 to 50 feet crash on this legendary spot, attracting the world's best surfers for the Triple Crown of Surfing competitions. Kitesurfing is possible but EXCLUSIVELY reserved for expert-level riders capable of handling massive waves and extreme currents. In summer, conditions are much calmer with relatively flat water. Northeast trade winds blow side-shore consistently.
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Warm water year-round (24-27°C/75-80°F), no wetsuit needed. In winter (October-April), North Pacific swells create MASSIVE waves of 20 to 50+ feet — among the most dangerous conditions in the world. In summer, water is relatively calm and flat. The bottom is a shallow coral reef over which waves break with extreme violence. Extremely strong currents in big swell, capable of pulling offshore in seconds.
POTENTIALLY LETHAL WAVES in winter — this spot has caused deaths even among professional surfers. Extreme currents in big swell. Very shallow coral reef — impact on reef at high speed potentially fatal. Very protective surfing community — respect localism and right-of-way. DO NOT ride during competitions. Sharks (tiger sharks) very frequent on Oahu's North Shore. Protected sea turtles. Humpback whales from December to April — 100 yards distance. Devastating shore break.
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