Quicksilver
By Koobo Surf Team ·
Surf guide
Written by the Koobo team from local sessions and boatman intel
Cloud 9's little brother has a mean streak. Usually about half the size of its famous neighbour, Quicksilver flips in peak season into a fast, technical right that can out-barrel anything around: pristine, heavy tubes from overhead to double-overhead once it's 6 ft+. On the small summer days it softens right off into a playful wave anyone can enjoy. It's right off the Cloud 9 tower, so it's easy to reach and easy…
Ideal conditions
What to look for before you commit to the boat fare
Swell direction
2-8 ft Northeast swells.
Wind direction
Southwest offshore or no wind.
Tide
Mid to high tide only. Low tide breaks onto exposed reef on big swells.
How to get there
Start at the Cloud 9 Tower in Catangnan. From there it's a short walk or paddle to Quicksilver's lineup, to the left of the tower. Keep 100 PHP handy for the entrance fee at the roadside entry; local residents enter free with a valid resident ID. The same gate covers Cloud 9 and Jacking Horse, so it is worth stringing all three into one session. You're right on the Cloud 9 strip, so the tower, surf schools, board rentals, cafés and bars are all there, with Cloud 9 and Jacking Horse immediately next door and Tuason close by. General Luna's full spread of stays and food is a short ride away.
Surf forecast & live wind
Where the wave breaks
Nearby spots
Other breaks within reach of the same trip
At a glance
Wave difficulty
Advanced
4+ ft Quicksilver is for experienced surfers only. 2-3 ft summer swells are generally suitable for beginners.
Wave quality
Good
Quicksilver dishes up a punchy, high quality barrel when it's firing. Though not as consistent as Cloud 9.
Crowd factor
Crowded
Due to its easy accessibility from the tower at Cloud 9 this break is a favorite of local surfers and instructors.
Verified local instructors
