Jocko's

Surf Guide

Named after North Shore legend Jock Sutherland, Jocko's is a worthy left reef pointbreak, offering up a relatively easy take-off (compared to it's higher profile North Shore counterparts) and long rides. But don't be fooled into complacency -- when a big West or North-West swell fills in, Jocko's transforms into a proper and heavy left barrel. Also, at this size, the current here is notoriously vicious, so it pays to watch Jocko's for a few sets before paddling out in order to establish where the channel and take-off zone are. As with Chun's, Jocko's is a favorite of surfers looking to avoid the mobs just up Kam Highway. While this doesn't mean that the visiting surfer should exercise any less respect, it does mean that the overall vibe in the water is a little less intense.