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How does Suluban compare to Uluwatu's main peak in terms of speed and crowd, especially during dry season?
Suluban is noticeably faster and offers tighter barrels than Uluwatu's main peak, often peeling into a shallow section. While Uluwatu gets hammered, Suluban is equally packed, especially during the dry season…
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What kind of board should I ride at Suluban with a typical SW swell?
With Suluban's faster, tighter barrels and typical SW swell, you'll want a performance shortboard, something around 5'10" to 6'2". Forget your mid-length or soft-top; this isn't a cruiser. If the swell is pushing 6ft+,…
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What's the best tide to enter Suluban cave and paddle out?
You'll want a low-to-mid tide, ideally around 0.8m to 1.5m, to easily walk through the famous Suluban cave. At higher tides, the cave entrance gets submerged, making access difficult or impossible. Aim for that rising…
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