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October 13th, 2014 by davi
Kai Lenny secures the win at the World Series Finals @ Turtle Bay in epic conditions
Kai Lenny (Naish) secures a well deserved win at the World Series Finals presented by Turtle Bay, taking 1st place in the long distance and 2nd place by a matter of inches in the sprint racing, giving him his second win of the season and securing 2nd place overall for the year on the World Series Ranking. While the 2x Racing World Champion was disappointed not to retain his Title (with Connor Baxter (Starboard) securing the deal at Huntington last month), Kai was committed to finishing year on a high, at home in Hawaii.
Continue reading ‘Kai Lenny secures the Finals win, Zane Schweitzer the Sprints, and Connor Baxter the 2014 World Title’
October 12th, 2014 by davi
Kai Lenny is victorious on Day 1 of the World Series Finals at Turtle Bay
Kai Lenny (Naish) storms to victory here in the Stand Up World Series Finals Long Distance race. On Day One of the final event on the Stand Up World Series calendar the fleet had to battle through some heavy surf conditions on the start line at Turtle Bay. With athletes pushed to their limits having to use their knowledge of the ocean to punch through the on coming sets and get out past Kawela Bay.
Continue reading ‘Dramatic Racing on Day 1 of the World Series Finals at Turtle Bay sees Kai Lenny & Fiona Wylde victorious’
October 8th, 2014 by davi
World Series Finals to reaffirm Hawaii’s stature as the ultimate proving ground
In the surfing World, Hawaii has always been an equalizer, the place where reputations are made, Champions are crowned and mother nature rules supreme providing the ultimate proving ground for the world’s very best athletes.
Continue reading ‘Stand Up World Series Finals to be the most spectacular yet, going LIVE this weekend at Turtle Bay’
October 5th, 2014 by davi
This article was originally published on http://www.ocregister.com/articles/event-636823-elite-races.html.
Two-day event hosted by Rainbow Sandals and surf legend Gerry Lopez also includes kids’ events and vendors.
Stand-up paddlers ride the waves in, after rousing a buoy/marker out in the water during the Open SUP Relay race in 2013, part of the Battle of the Paddle.
Continue reading ‘Battle of the Paddle hits Salt Creek Beach’
October 5th, 2014 by davi
This article was originally published on http://www.sail-world.com/Asia/Sylt-PWA-Super-Grand-Slam—Reno-SUP-Challenge-begins/127316.
‘Amanda takes on Eva – 2014 Sylt PWA Super Grand Slam – Reno SUP Challenge’ © Carter-pwaworldtour.com
With light winds continuing to dominate on day six of the Davidoff Cool Water Sylt PWA Super Grand Slam, the decision was made to begin the Reno SUP Challenge during the afternoon, which saw twelve teams battling it out in heats of two for a place in tomorrow’s final, to keep the crowds entertained.
Continue reading ‘Sylt PWA Super Grand Slam – Reno SUP Challenge begins’
October 2nd, 2014 by davi
World Series Finals at Turtle Bay to kick off next weekend on Oahu’s North Shore
After a dramatic stop in Huntington Beach California, the action will intensify as we build up to the prestigious World Series Finals at Turtle Bay Resort presented by Naish that will take place on Oahu’s North Shore.
Continue reading ‘Stand Up World Series Finals at Turtle Bay from 10th – 12th October & La Torche Pro France entries now open’
September 28th, 2014 by davi
Location X is provisionally announced for Morocco from the 8th – 16th November
We are proud to announce that Morocco will host this year’s Location X event, following directly on from the La Torche Pro France and running from the 8th – 16th November. Final details are still being confirmed with all travel, logistic and broadcast details to be released next week.
Continue reading ‘Location X announced, World Series Finals coming up & look back at the Huntington Beach Pro Grand Slam’
September 22nd, 2014 by robert
After a few weeks of sweltering heat and light winds it looks like we will have some nice trades this Wedensday, so we will take advantage of the tailwinds with a downwind run!
We will meet on Wednesday at 4:30 pm at Kahala Beach park. Please let Robert or Jeff know if you want to rent a race board for $20, otherwise we will see you at Kahala. Continue reading ‘Tradewinds are back! Wednesday Training Group: Downwinder – Meet 4:30 Kahala’
September 22nd, 2014 by davi
Candice Appleby makes it a clean sweep in the World Series & is Grand Slam Champion
Candice Appleby takes Huntington by storm as she surges to victory in the Long Distance 10km race to take the overall World Series win, but also the Grand Slam Title with a 3rd in the surf and 1st in the race. What an entry to her first Stand Up World Series event here in here home city at Huntington Beach beating current ratings leader Lina Augauitis.
Continue reading ‘Candice Appleby makes it a clean sweep at the World Series & earns the Grand Slam Title in Huntington Beach’
September 22nd, 2014 by davi
Connor Baxter gets redemption in Huntington & secures 2014 World Title
After a dramatic day of action here in Huntington Beach, Connor Baxter (Starboard) not only navigated an incredible Long distance Race to take the win earning him the event Title here at Stop 4, he has been able to secure the 2014 World Title in advance of the Final event.
Continue reading ‘Connor Baxter secures the Huntington Beach World Series win and the 2014 World Title in advance of the Finals’
September 21st, 2014 by davi
Connor Baxter comes out of the gates strong on Day 1 here in Huntington Beach
Current Ratings Leader and yellow jersey holder, Connor Baxter (Starboard) started today as he means to continue here at Stop 4 of the 2014 Stand Up World Series, securing a win on the first day of competition in one of the most exciting Sprint Racing eliminations yet.
Continue reading ‘Connor Baxter & Candice Appleby reign supreme in today’s World Series Sprints at Huntington Beach’
September 20th, 2014 by davi
Izzi Gomez secures the event win & in the process her first World Surfing Title
Izzi Gomez (Starboard) made history today by not only claiming her 2nd consecutive Huntington Beach Pro Title, but also securing her first ever World Championship Title in advance of the Final event in France next month.
Continue reading ‘Izzi Gomez wins Stop 4 of the 2014 Stand Up World Tour & in the process, the 2014 World Title in advance of the Finals’
September 19th, 2014 by davi
Spectacular performances define a magical day here at the Huntington Beach Pro
Despite early morning winds that buffeted the event site on arrival today at Huntington Beach, by the time the sun came up, the wind backed off and the conditions turned on for a day to remember here in Surf City USA.
Continue reading ‘Dramatic action at Day 3 of the Huntington Beach Pro sees performance levels sky rocket’
September 18th, 2014 by davi
Top Seeds excel in excellent surf today at the Huntington Beach Pro Grand Slam
Today dawned bright and beautiful here in Huntington Beach, as the swell peaked for a full day of action for the Main Event of both Men’s and Women’s competition. Stand out performances across the board today, with the majority of the Top seeds making it directly through to Round 3.
Continue reading ‘Top Seeds excel today on the first day of the Main Event at the Huntington Beach Pro Grand Slam’
