Leftovers

Leftovers (Jeffreys Bay, South Africa) is a well-known reef/point-style wave at the far end of the famous J-Bay lineup, often considered the “left-hand” counterpart to the main right-hand break. It’s typically surfed as part of the greater South J Bay area and is known for producing fast, hollow, high-performance waves when the swell and winds line up.

Quick description

• Wave type: Left-hand point/reef break
• Best on: Medium to large southwest swell
• Wind: Offshore to light cross-offshore winds are ideal
• Wave character: Fast, powerful, and can get hollow
• Rider level: Intermediate to advanced, depending on size and conditions

What it’s like

Leftovers offers a quality left that can run along the reef with speed and open sections, but it can also get steep and shallow. Compared with the more famous right at Jeffreys Bay, it tends to draw less attention but can still deliver excellent, uncrowded surf when conditions are right.

Hazards

• Shallow reef sections
• Strong currents on bigger days
• Heavy, powerful surf during solid swells

Best for

• Experienced surfers looking for a fast left-hand wave
• Surfers wanting an alternative to the main J-Bay point
• Clean, lined-up swell with offshore wind