Stop One: The Body Glove Surfbout presented by Adio
Lowers delivers during the 2005 Body Glove Surfbout |
Where: Lower Trestles, San Clemente California
When: April 25th-29th, 2006
Event Elements:
The Body Glove Surfbout presented by Audio Footwear in conjunction with the Oakley Pro Junior is a 4-Star ASP WQS event that boasts a field of 192 international professional surfers who will compete for a chunk of the $75,000 prize purse, ASP ratings points and standing in the Macy’s California Trifecta Surf Series.
Lured by the attraction of surfing Trestles, and by the prestige that comes with a solid performance in the US surf industry’s backyard, a sold-out field is anticipated for both divisions in 2006. Known for its heated competition and excellent conditions, the Body Glove Surfbout has a storied and venerated history. Considered to be one of the world’s most prestigious qualifying events, its winners list reads like a who’s who of the pro surfing world, as the vast majority of past champions have either been current, former or future WCT competitors. Last year, David Weare added his name to that list, and in the tradition of the Surfbout, qualified for his rookie season on the 2006 World Championship Tour.
Click here to go to Surfbout Home page.
Stop Two: The Newport Beach Pro presented by Jeep
Che Stang banks his way through heaving 56th Street |
Where: 56th Street, Newport, California
When: September 20-24th, 2006
Event Elements:
The Newport Pro is a history-rich event that for the past 17-years has brought together some of surfing’s brightest stars. Held at Newport’s renowned 56th Street beachbreak, the Pro has a draw for every level of surf enthusiast by offering both pro and amateur divisions for men and women. A 2-Star ASP WQS event, the Men’s field is open to 144 international professionals who will compete for part of the $25,000 cash prize. As the second stop on the Trifecta tour, last year, the Newport Pro proved to be the event where several domestic competitors began to emerge as point’s leaders in the Macy’s California Trifecta Series.
Click here to go to Newport Classic Home page.
Stop Three: The O’Neill Cold Water Classic presented by Jeep
Steamer Lane, surfing’s Coliseum |
Where: Steamer Lane, Santa Cruz, California
When: October 18-22nd, 2006
Event Elements:
The O'Neill Cold Water Classic in conjunction with the Oakley Pro Junior has been Northern California's premiere professional surfing event since it's inception in 1987. “The Lane” has become known over the years as one of the world's greatest spectator venues, and the icy water, combined with the rugged conditions have proven to be a right of passage for aspiring surfers as they set their skills against the elements. A field of 224 world-class surfers will converge in Santa Cruz for this 4-Star ASP WQS event.
Last year, this Roman Coliseum-like arena played host to thousands of onlookers who lined the cliffs, watching an ever tightening Trifecta Point’s Title showdown, a race that eventually saw Asher Nolan emerge as the champ.
Click here to go to Coldwater Home page.
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