Los Caballos
A powerful reef below the Suances cliffs, for experienced surfers on swell days.
Los Caballos is a reef wave off the cliffs of the Suances coast that starts working with 1.5–2 m of north-west swell. It breaks hard over rock and is one of the serious waves in the area.
Many days it breaks with nobody out: it isn't a wave to try if you have no reef experience.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Reef |
|---|---|
| Level | Expert |
| Best swell | NW |
| Best wind (offshore) | S, SE, E |
| Tide | Low to mid, rising |
| Size | 1.5–3 m+ |
| Best season | Autumn and winter |
| Crowd | Light |
| Localism | Medium |
Surf forecast
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Model forecast for open water a few kilometres offshore: it can't see sandbanks or the shelter of headlands and jetties. The rating (0–5) is worked out from this spot's ideal swell and wind. Use it as a guide and check the sea before paddling out. Data: Open-Meteo (DWD, ECMWF; CC BY 4.0)
Which board to bring
A shortboard with a bit of extra volume or a step-up depending on size. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Los Caballos
The water is around 12 °C in winter and 20 °C in late summer. This is what we'd bring for this spot's water, level and boards.
The autumn-to-spring suit for water at 12–16 °C.
View on AmazonWarm feet in winter and protection on rocks.
View on AmazonA shortboard leash won't hold in waves of several metres.
View on AmazonThe three-fin set for a shortboard.
View on AmazonRock or urchins on the bottom: protect your feet going in and out.
View on AmazonWarm-water wax won't grip in this water.
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Localism and vibe
Few people, but it's a local wave: arrive respectfully and, if you come by car, don't leave anything in sight.
Surfing style
Powerful reef surfing.
Hazards
Rocks, currents and a tricky access below the cliffs.
Map
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Other spots nearby
Suances
Suances' surfiest beach: long peaks, a channel to paddle out and a hollow right by the cliff.
Suances
Suances' quiet beach by the estuary: gentle waves to learn on.
Liencres (Piélagos)
The most consistent, powerful wave near Santander, inside the Liencres Dunes natural park.
Comillas / Valdáliga
A large natural bay between Comillas and San Vicente, with smaller waves when everywhere else is too big.
Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.