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2010-07-23

Faial - Praia do Norte

Praia do Norte is Faial's northern point break, a left that runs over reef when north-northwest swell meets south wind and the line-up stays quiet. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Faial - Praia do Norte in Azores - Faial.

Break TypePoint Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationAzores - Faial, PT
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The Wave

North-northwest swell is the main trigger, south wind is the clean offshore lane, and the wave can be tricky to enter and exit when it gets big.

Keep a flexible tide read, and respect the rocks near the line-up and takeoff.

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Lineup Guide

North-northwest swell is the main trigger, south wind is the clean offshore lane, and the wave can be tricky to enter and exit when it gets big.

Keep a flexible tide read, and respect the rocks near the line-up and takeoff.

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