For about 400 meters along the main stretch of surf coast in J-bay the reefs and the beach tighten up to just a sliver. That squashes everything together and turns the next section of the wave into a wild, wild beast that barrels like it’s constantly ripping and smashing the reef, because…well…because it is.

This part of the wave is known as Impossibles. It’s the most technical to ride and really demands loads of local knowledge because it swerves super near the rocks and broken bones are a common take away. This is for real mavericks and advanced surfers only please.