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Backdoor Pipeline

The right side of the Pipeline peak. Equally dangerous and perfect. Slightly longer rides than the left. One of the world's most challenging barrels.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

N, NW

Swell Size

4–15 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (S)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Expert

Location

County

Oahu

Region

North Shore

Coordinates

21.6653, -158.0528

NOAA Buoy

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