Backdoor is an exposed reef break receiving consistent south-facing swells throughout most of the year, though summer months often flatten considerably. The wave breaks right and produces clean faces when south swells align with offshore northerly winds, with autumn and especially June offering the most reliable conditions. The reef's exposed position means…
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Backdoor is an exposed reef break receiving consistent south-facing swells throughout most of the year, though summer months often flatten considerably. The wave breaks right and produces clean faces when south swells align with offshore northerly winds, with autumn and especially June offering the most reliable conditions. The reef's exposed position means it rarely becomes crowded.
Located six kilometers from Saquarema, Backdoor sits within a region with significant Brazilian surfing history. While Saquarema itself was discovered by Rio surfers during the 1960s-70s and became known as Brazil's surfing capital, hosting the first Brazilian surfing festival in 1975, specific details about Backdoor's own surfing history were not readily available.
Access is via Santos Dumont Airport (72 km away) or Galeão Antonio Carlos Jobim Airport (82 km away), both serving Rio de Janeiro.
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- Ability
- advanced · pro
- Boards
- shortboard · bodyboard · gun
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