Surf: The west side has the greatest surf spot and population density, so even winter breaks like Aja or Bowls get crowded. Unfortunately, these good quality reefs rely on the combination of meagre N windswells and SE winds which is very infrequent. Bowls can be an incredible A-frame and the outside reefs can, occasionally provide cooking surf. Environment: Rips, urchins, live coral are all a feature of west coast spots.