Point Break—the wave, the movie, the myth

It looks like a point break. It feels like a point break. But is it actually a point break?

In this episode, we dive into the surf science of point breaks—what they are, why they matter, and how they compare to beach and reef breaks. We break down what makes Malibu a true point break, why Waikiki isn’t one (despite its vibes), and why Point Break the movie... doesn’t actually feature a single real point break. Ridic.

Plus: the superiority of peeling waves for pop-ups, if Keanu Reeves actually learned to surf, and the wild details of Patrick Swayze’s custom-shaped board—including that famously pronounced sternum.🌊🕺