El Gringo Surf Report and Surf forecast

Located in the Atacama, Chile, El Gringo (the Chilean Pipeline) is a world-class left-hand barrel reminiscent of its namesake, only much colder. The waves here are dangerous; pros will usually wear helmets as it is always very shallow and the end section is often over bare rock. The waves break close to shore for up to 100 meters (328 feet) over urchin-infested rocks, with viewers very close by on shore cheering on the brave ones who choose to paddle out. The right is not as hollow but handles better size than the left. Watch locals to figure out the patterns of where and when to paddle out, as well as where and when to bail. Some areas are impossible to get out More...