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Eleven of the Best Left-Hand Waves in the World

The left-hander is goofy-footers' domain and regular-footers' backhand challenge. These eleven waves — from the heaviest slab in the world to the longest point break on the planet — represent the full range of what a left-hand wave can be.

The Best Time of Year to Surf the North Shore of Hawaii

The North Shore of Oahu transforms from a calm summer swimming beach into the most consequential stretch of ocean on earth between November and February. Here's exactly when to go, what to expect month by month, and which spots will be firing.