august 15, 2006  | northern california edition send this to a friend
  A Packed Summer Lineup...

 

  No, you haven't missed any July-August Zuna Surf newsletters.  While that sweet SW swell rolled in, we were traveling on the East Coast and recovering from an unpleasant hardware crash.  Meanwhile, we're evolving our newsletter & online event submission format, so events will get posted on our site sooner, daily.  Stay tuned for shorter, twice-monthly newsletters ( 1st & 15th of the month) and some new community features. We welcome all suggestions!

August has been chock full of fun. There's still room to register for the Kiteboard Clinics 8/19, the Log Shop Surf Contest 8/19, and also the Surf Swap Meet 8/27 for sellers....This weekend was packed with the Mavericks DVD release party, the Quiksilver debut of two surf films,  Shimmer (reportedly one of the best women's footage thus far) & First Chapter, plus Laird Hamilton launching his fragrance at Macy's on Saturday.

We're definitely salivating for more full moon surfing, the start of the Indian Summer, and some road tripping!  Brazil is also in the plans....Read on below.

Get Wet!  The Quality Quarterly for All Women Surfers.  Order it here.

 
Contents + Swell Events Index |  Aug-Sept
Featured Swell Pics Photographer Phil Matthews
Off the Lip Surf Sales | Locals in the Media | Wet Magazine for Women Surfers Debuts | Davenport Cash Store Reopens | Tandems  Epoxy Wars  | Boardworks Demo Day at Pacifica Swap Meet
Art Nikki Brooks at Coastline | Nick Allen at Mollusk | Jeff Canham

Swell Events Calendar

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Music Diego's Umbrella | Shi-Tones |Aqua Velvets | Ben Harper  Ashley Lloyd | Pollo Del Mar | Dick Dale | Pepper | Mermen
Black Furies
Film Skateboard Legend Christian Hosoi + Quiksilver Skate Team Demo + Party
Clinics Julie Cox Surf Clinics | Jeff Kafka Kiteboard Clinics
Non-Profits Surfrider Santa Cruz  | National Paddle Out Day | Surfrider San Francisco | Surfrider Marin + Board Raffle | Save Our Shores
Events Surf Fest Fundraiser | Zuna's Surf Swap Meet Pacifica
Dew Action Sports Tour | ASR | Surf Expo
Contests Log Shop Summer Blowout | NorCal Women's Surf Fest Women's US Longboard Championships | Surf-O-Rama Volcom Great White Series | all other contests: Sept  Oct  Nov
 

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swell pic of the week
     
 
MORE SANTA CRUZ PHOTOS BY PHIL MATTHEWS
 
   
  Sunset at the Harbor Ratboy at the Hook  
     
     
 

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

 
 
 
 
 

Santa Cruz resident PHIL MATTHEWS has been surfing for over 40 years (and still owns his first board, which is now a wall hanger), and has been taking pictures with Pentax cameras for just as long.  When not running his painting business, he enjoys taking sunrise and sunset photos the most, but also shoots a wide variety of subjects, from surf action to weddings.  For his mailing list subscribers, he emails his “Pic of the Day” every morning to about 400 people around the world.

A beloved character in Santa Cruz, Phil is also the club photographer for the Big Stick Surfing Association, where you can often see more his work. Phil is also very active in the surf community as Vice-President of the  Pleasure Point Night Fighters, a social club that has been preserving and protecting the surf community since its founding in 1919.   For photo shoot inquiries, you can reach Phil at 831.295.0664.
 

 
 
OFF THE LIP | editors' note                 
 
 

 

CURRENT SURF SALES

o Wise Surfboards - All SURFTECH boards 10-20% off. 800 Great Highway, San Francisco. 415-750-9473
 

o Hotline Wetsuits - The 2005 suits on sale starting at $150.  719 Swift Street, Santa Cruz. 831.425.5920 x115.
 

o Lil Grom  - Starting Fri Aug 18, Back to Pre-School through 1st Grade Sale!.  30-50% off selected items, 10% of all regular priced merchandise.  Carrying brands you love for the Lil Grom (birth -6 yrs old)Such as O'Neill Rox, Quik, Tiki Baby, Surfer Baby and more. 1011 41st Ave, Santa Cruz. 831-476-6166.


 

WET MAGAZINE for WOMEN SURFERS DEBUTS
 

WET's publisher/editor Ben Marcus & Surfer Mag Art Director Joni Casimiro have released their first issue of WET Magazine, the Quality Quarterly for All Women Surfers... which fills the void left by two major women's mags that have ceased to publish...."The crossword puzzle about Chelsea Georgeson has a mistake -- the 2 Down answer needs an extra box," groaned  Marcus. "We blew it. The proof reader has been sacked." Despite that, the premiere issue of WET is chockablock with all the color, action and adventure of women's surfing in the 21st Century. Of Nor Cal interest is an interview with Billabong XXL winner Jamilah Star, done just after she won $5000 for charging Waimea Bay and Mavericks during the winter of 2005/2006.  Subscriptions are $8.  Issues are not in stores yet, but can be purchased directly here or at the Pacifica Swap Meet 8/27 at check-in.  Read the press release.


 

TANDEM WIRE
 

Congratulations go out to BluEmursion founder and shortboarder Liz Hess, who recently got engaged.  Others recently engaged includes another well-known Santa Cruz longboarder/Paradise team rider (we're not naming names here) and also Pacifica surfer Jon Campo...
 

 

FORMER DAVENPORT CASH STORE RE-OPENS THIS MONTH

About The Cash Store...The Davenport Cash Store re-open around August 28 under new management as the the Davenport Roadhouse at the Cash Store.  This favorite food stop for 35 years was fully renovated by a group that includes Santa Cruz locals and surfer Jesse Katz.  The restaurant will offer an affordable menu that takes advantage of local, organic  & artisan ingredients.  Some of the offerings include pan breads featuring the freshest locally grown toppings such as the Nuevo Mexico (wood roasted chicken, chile rajas, corn topped with queso Oaxaca) of the classic Margherita (farm fresh tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and basil from their own natural garden) or the Hanger steak with garlic fries -- all prepared in the wood-burning oven. Stone fireplaces, more outdoor patio dining, and a schedule of events featuring local artists, musicians and excursions are expected to draw locals and tourists alike. Lodging-wise, its 12 rooms and massage therapy offerings -- now the Davenport Inn -- are also being updated and an Esalen-influenced spa will be installed in the future.   It's all very timely-- Devil's Slide re-opened ahead of schedule and the Roadhouse will benefit from the new coastal trail system and campsite facilities that'll be developed, thanks to the recent donation of the large, 5-mile Coast Dairies parcel to the state for public use. 

 

 

EPOXY BOARD COMPETITION HEATS UP - Surftech Demo Centers
 

Surftech recently updated their website and have set up Authorized Demo Centers where surfers can demo the full line of Tuflite demo boards with a small rental fee, which applies towards your purchase of a new Tuflite board.   Current local centers are Freeline Design, 821 41st Ave in Santa Cruz (831-476-2950) and Wise Surfboards at 800 Great Highway, San Francisco (415-750-9473)...

 

 

BOARDWORKS DEMO DAY - at Pacifica Surf Swap Meet, Aug 27
 

Meanwhile, another epoxy board maker, Boardworks, who produces boards for shapers like Steve Walden and Ben Aipa will be offering a Demo Day in its tent at our Surf Swap Meet Pacifica, Sunday 8/27 at the Log Shop's side lot.  So, visitors can test ride both Boardworks and Cobalt Surfboards' epoxy shapes by Bob Miller.  The seller registrations in and we're still taking registrations from individuals with used gear and businesses seeking booths.  MUSIC & ART UPDATE - In lieu of a DJ, we have Scotty Correa-Mickel & Santa Cruz band, Cruzin...The highly talented surf artist whom Quiksilver discovered here last year, Casey O'Connell, will be exhibiting, too. The Togo's Summer Surf Art Tour will also be on hand. The van offering complimentary sandwiches and a cool art exhibit of renowned artist Drew Brophy.

 

 

LOCALS IN THE MEDIA
 

o In the recent Chronicle interview on Laird Hamilton, it notes that surfing's alpha male born was in San Francisco in 1964 and that he always says "if everyone just scared themselves once a day, the world would be a better place."  Laird was in town this past Saturday at  Macy's to promote the men's fragrance, Davidoff Cool Water, for which he's the new face.  (So, then, by wearing his fragrance, might the world smell better? Laird doesn't strike us as the cologne-wearing type...But perhaps they passed on the lucrative opportunity to bottle his sweat...)
 

o Nissan's Show Us Your X Campaign - (pictured right) If you've seen all those Donavon Frankenreiter surf ads for Nissan Xterra everywhere online and in mags like Surfer & Triathlete, the other surfers are locals Claudine Solin, the threadless Brad Goya, and Aqua's Silvin Morgan of Greenbrew Skateboards.  Waterphile Suzanne Stack's agency did the real people casting call.  

 

o The Maverick's 2006 Contest DVD Release party with the Mermen was packed last Saturday night at the Independent.  Read a 2007 contest update and the potential for  big-screen viewing events to alleviate the crowd congestion.

 

o Chronicle Mag recently featured Doc Rennaker & John Raymond on their surfing  adventures at the infamous Potato Patch off the Marin Headlands.  Peruse it here...


o Matt Warshaw's newest book, Photo/Stoner, on Surfer's legendary photographer Ron Stoner (who mysteriously disappeared)  will be released this fall. He recently penned a piece on it in Stellar Magazine, as well as a piece on Ronnie Burns.

 

o Not quite local, but there's a good NY Times piece on the surf brand RUCA Clothing, their phenomenal growth & their cult status.

 

 

Got community news & sales items for us?  Drop us a line!

 

- Monica Lee, Kelly Vander Kaay + the Zuna Crew
 

 


updated August 15, 2006

Find upcoming Northern California events, from surf clinics and  benefits to art & music from members of the local surf community.

We also welcome other events relevant to our community.

Share your surf event with us and 
submit it here!

   

AUGUST

 
     

TUESDAY 8.15

SURF CLINICS:
Tues Aug 8.15-Sat 8.19

Beginner/Intermediate SURF CLINICS with JULIE COX - thru 8/19

Julie Cox

when:
Sunday 8.13 through Sat 8.19
where:
tel:
760-297-0334 Julie Cox
more:

Julecollection.com

 

These 90 minute hour clinics are for beginners & intermediate surfers. Tues-Wed Location: Santa Cruz.  Thurs-Sat noon location: SF Bay Area. Cost:  $65pp or $100 for a group of two. Wetsuits & boards are NOT included.

These clinics are run by pro Roxy surfer and Las Olas camp instructor Julie CoxLessons cover basic techniques, wave formation, etiquette & safety. Intermediates will get tips on wave selection, positioning, take offs, stance, turning, style & more. For questions & signup, call Julie. 

ART: Opening
ongoing thru Sept 8

MOLLUSK Art Exhibit : NICK ALLEN Photography

when:
ongoing
where:
Mollusk Surf Shop, 4500 Irving St (at 46th Ave), SAN FRANCISCO
tel:
415-564-6300
price:
Free
more:

Map |  Nick Allen's Focal Designs Website

The Nick Allen Photography show opened this past Saturday, Aug 12th.  Check out his water shots from Ocean Beach to Nicaragua. NExt show: 

MUSIC: SURF
Tues 8.15 thru 8.31

Park Chalet's SURF MUSIC Lineup - August

park chalet

when:
Ongoing through Aug 31
where:
Park Chalet, 1000 Great Highway, SAN FRANCISCO
tel:
415-386-8439
price: No cover charge for music
more: Map | More Beach Chalet/Park Chalet Surf Music
 

Kick back at Park Chalet with a beer, Ocean Beach views and fine live music lineup by local surfer-musicians.

Tuesdays 8.15, 8.22, 8.29- Diego's Umbrella - Latin/surf, 6:30-9:30pm. Led by San Francisco surfer Michael Pinkham catch their Latin-influenced grooves on Taco Tuesdays ($2.50 for tacos & beers 2-fr-1 margaritas) | Tracks

Thursdays 8.17, 8.24, 8.31 - Shitones - instrumental surf, 9pm (note: sometimes the Mermen or special guests drop by)

Sat 8.19- Aqua Velvets - psychedelic surf/lounge, 9:0pm | Albums

       

THURSDAY 8.17

SURF ART + MUSIC
Thursday Aug 17

Coastline Brewery Artist Reception:  NIKKI BROOKS

when:

Thu 8.17, 7pm

where:
Coastline Brewery, 120 Union St,  SANTA CRUZ
tel:
831.459.9876 Coastline
price: FREE
more:

Map |  Nikki Brooks Photography

Enjoy a Nikki Brooks surf photography exhibit & slide show...plus live music by Linda Koffman (Back from OZ) and soul/reggae grooves from Gabe Lackner. 10% of the art sales benefit the Core "by the youth, for the youth"

       

FRIDAY 8.18

MUSIC: Surf Lineup
Fri + Sat  Aug 18-19

BEN HARPER w/Innocent Criminals + Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley

when:
Fri 8.18 + Sat 8.19 at  6pm
where:
Greek Theatre, UC Berkeley, Gayley Road, BERKELEY
tel:
415-421-TIXS (8497)
price: SOLD OUT | check craigslist
more: Listen to Tracks

Surfer/Musician Ben Harper's in town for his seventh studio album, the double-disc Both Sides of the Gun 

       

SATURDAY 8.19

 
MUSIC + SURF BENEFIT
Saturday August 19

NorCal Women's Surf Fest FUNDRAISER + Ashley Lloyd Live

 
when:
Sat 8.19, 3pm-8pm
where:
El Rio Club 3158 Mission St,  SAN FRANCISCO
tel:
415-282-3355
price:
Admission $8-20+ (no one turned away); Age 21+
more:

Map | Listen to Tracks  | Event Info

Malibu pro surfer/acoustic songstress Ashley Lloyd returns from competing abroad in the Women's World Longboard Championships in Biarritz and a European music tour.  She plays at the always-fun Fundraiser Bash for the upcoming Sept 3rd NorCal Women's Surf Fest.  Highlights: giant raffle including a new surfboard and hang with Roxy Pro Julie Cox and local ripper Diana Mattison who's been competing onthe WQS circuit.  Also enjoy free Niman Ranch BBQ, dancing, and music also by DJs and  The Charm School Drop Outs.
 

KITEBOARDING CLINICS
Saturday August 19

INTRO Kiteboarding Clinics w/ Jeff Kafka  + Wind Over Water

 
when:
Sat 8.19, 12pm & 3pm
where:
Wind Over Water location, 410 Airport Blvd, Burlingame
tel:
650-218-6023 | call to reserve a spot
price:
$100
more:

Clinic Info | Wind Over Water Kiteschool info

Learn to kiteboard and have an alternative for those blown-out surf days. Taught by standout kiteboarder & Mavericks surfer Jeff Kafka and his Wind Over Water Kiteboard instructors. Co-hosted by Zuna Surf.   $100 intro land clinic, Level I  (normally $150).  2-3 hrs.   SIgn up for this clinic and get $20 off the water session (Level II).
 

SURF CONTEST
Saturday August 19

6th Annual Log Shop End of Summer Blowout Contest

Leogls04
when:
Sat 8.19.  7:30am | all day
where:
tel:
650-738-5664 Log Shop
price: FREE spectating | Entry Fee:  $70 + $10 for additional divisions.
more:

Map

Pacifica Summer Series Event #2. The annual longboard and retro-70s single-fin board contest for men, women & kids.  Entries available at the Log Shop, 640 Crespi Drive. 650-738-5664.  Photo of Leo Goldman by Jim Crotty.

SURF BENEFIT
Saturday August 19

TOAST to the COAST  | Save Our Shores Benefit

when:

Sat 8.19, 6:00pm

where:
Coastline Brewery, 120 Union St,  SANTA CRUZ
tel:
831.459.9876 Coastline
price: $10 donation suggested | RSVP 831.462.5660
more:

Map |  Save Our Shores  

Live Music & Auction.  Great food + drink specials.  Show your support for clean beaches & healthy oceans and join Dan Haifley (O'Neill Odyssey), Vicki Nichols, Fred Keeley and more. Info.

       

FRIDAY 8.25

 
MUSIC: Surf Moderne
Friday Aug 25 POLLO DEL MAR Live

when:
Fri 8.25 - 3 sets
where:
Park Chalet, 1000 Great Highway, SAN FRANCISCO
tel:
415-386-8439
price: No cover charge for music
more: Map | More Beach Chalet/Park Chalet Surf Music

Kick back with Ferenc & the Pollo Del Mar crew's surf moderne grooves. Listen to tracks here.   Next date:  Sunday Sept 10, 3pm, at Hotel Utah (4th & bryant) w/the German band Kilauea

       

SUNDAY 8.27

SURF SWAP MEET
Sunday Aug 27

Pacifica Surf Swap Meet + Sample Sale + Surboard Demo Day

when:

Sun 7.15, 10am - 3pm

where:
Log Shop Parking Lot, 640 Crespi,  PACIFICA
tel:
650-738-5664 Log Shop
price: FREE | Individual seller $3; Commercial & tents  $35
more:

Map |  Seller Registration |  Event Info  | Preview Merchandise

Log Shop, Zuna Surf, and Stef Phillips invite you to their 2nd annual Surf Swap and Sample Sale at Log Shop's side parking lot. Clean out your quiver or find score that fish, shortboard, longboard, or item you've been searching for.  Bring your wallets, too, for sample sale &  merchandise from Quiksilver, Rusty, Sanuk, Smith Optics, Grommet Surfstyle & more.   Clothing, art, mags, & DVDs, etc.. too.

Test ride boards from Cobalt Surfboards (advance reservations possible; call Barry at 831-297.3029 with board type & size preferences)...and from Boardworks, too. 

MUSIC & ART UPDATE - Scotty Correa-Mickel & Santa Cruz band, Cruzin will perform live. The highly talented surf artist whom Quiksilver discovered here last year, Casey O'Connell, will be exhibiting, too. Togo's Summer Surf Art Tour will also be on hand. The van offering complimentary sandwiches and a cool art exhibit of renowned artist Drew Brophy.

SEPTEMBER

 
 

SATURDAY 9.02

 
SURFRIDER Santa Cruz
Saturday Sept 2

Surfrider SANTA CRUZ | Beach Cleanup

surfrider logo
when:
Saturday, 9.2, 11am-1pm
where:
tel:
831-476-7667 Surfrider
more:

Surfrider Santa Cruz

 

Always the first Satruday of the month.  Other upcoming events:

o Sept 9: National Paddle Out for Clean Water! At Cowell's with the Chapter.
o Sept 16: 22nd Annual Coastal Cleanup Day at Moran Lake County Beach.
o Sept 30: Celebrate the Watershed; Capitola Beach and Park
 

SUNDAY 9.03

SKATE & FILM BASH
Sunday Sept 3

CHRISTIAN HOSOI - Meet the Skateboard Legend | film, demo, party

 

when:
Sunday, 9.03 | 4pm Quiksilver Team Skate Demo| 8pm Film Premier
where:
Pacifica Skate Park + Log Shop Surf Shop, 640 Crespi,  PACIFICA
tel:
650-738-5664 Log Shop
price: FREE
more:

Map

The afternoon kicks off with a Pacifica Skate park demo by the Quiksilver team: Christian Hosoi, Arto Saari, Reese Forbes, Omar Hassan, Tim O'Connor, Stefan Janoski, Kyle Leeper, Omar Salazar, Dylan Rieder and Eric Fletcher.

Then watch the film debut of Rising Son, at 8pm, at the Log Shop,  which chronicles the rise, fall and rebirth of the legend, Christian Hosoi. 

SURF FESTIVAL
Sunday Sept 3

4th Annual NorCal Women's Surf Fest  Clinics, Yoga, Contest

when:
Sunday, 9.03 7am-4pm, followed by awards dinner
where:
Linda Mar State Beach, PACIFICA
tel:
415-516-2547  Judith Cohen
price: $30-50 | Register here
more:

Map

The 4th annual Surf Fest includes novice & age group shortboard, longboard, funboard & boogie board divisions. Kids and men-in-drag divisions too. Huge raffle, beginner & intermediate surf clinics, yoga & pilates on the beach, sponsor tents, and more! Visit the NorCal Women's Surf Club site for updates and entry forms.

THURSDAY 9.07-9.10

 
ACTION SPORTS FEST
Thursday Sep 7- 10

DEW Action Sports Tour w/ The ROOTS in concert

when:
Friday-Sunday, 9.09 - 9.10
where:
HP Pavilion,  525 West Santa Clara, SAN JOSE
price
more:

Dew Action Tour Site

The Pro Tour of Action Sports takes place featuring BMX, FMX, and Skate events.  The hip hop legends, The Roots lay on Friday evening.

   

FRIDAY 9.08

 
SURF INDUSTRY SHOW
Friday Sep 8- 10

ACTION SORTS RETAILER trade show

 
when:
Friday-Sunday, 9.09 - 9.10
where:
San Diego Convention Center 111 Harbor Drive, SAN DIEGO
tel:
(800) 486-5716   
more:

ASR site

The annual show for the action sports & youth lifestyle market, for the trade only. Next show: January 25-27, 2007, San Diego.

ART: Opening
Fri Sept 8- mid Oct

MOLLUSK Art Exhibit: JEFF CANHAM

mollusk surf shop

 

when:
Fri Sept 8 Opening | exhibit thru Mid Oct
where:
Mollusk Surf Shop, 4500 Irving St (at 46th Ave), SAN FRANCISCO
tel:
415-564-6300
price:
Free
more:

Map  |  Jeff Canham art   |  bio

Join the Mollusk crew for an opening for the former Surfer Mag art director and San Francisco artist Jeff Canham (who also art directed Matt Warshaw's Surf Movie Tonite book). Music by Gojogo and Peggy Honeywell (aka Clare Rojas).

SATURDAY 9.09

SURFRIDER: SF Meeting
Saturday Sept 9

Surfrider SAN FRANICSCO - Cleanup

cleanup
when:
Saturday, 9.09, 10am-noon
where:
Rivera St, OCEAN Beach, SAN FRANCISCO
tel:
 
more:

Surfrider San Francisco

Ocean Beach Cleanup at Rivera- 10am-12pm. Always first Sunday of the month. Just show up at Ocean Beach at the end of the street, and we'll provide gloves and bags and instructions.

       
SURF MUSIC
Saturday Sept 9

DICK DALE Live 

when:
Saturday, 9.03 | 8pm
where:
Brookdale Lodge, 11570 Hwy 9,  BROOKDALE
tel:
831-338-6433 Brookdale Lodge
price: TBD.  (all ages show)
more:

Map | Dick Dale Site

See the King of the Surf Guitar himself on his World Tour.  Sample tracks here.

SURFRIDER Santa Cruz
Saturday Sept 9

Surfrider SANTA CRUZ | National Paddle Out for Clean Water

surfrider logo
when:
Saturday, 9.9, 9am-11am
where:
Cowell's Beach,  SANTA CRUZ
tel:
831-476-7667 Surfrider
more:

Surfrider Santa Cruz

 

Join Surfrider, Pelagic Shark Research Foundation, and a host of local sponsors in the national Paddle For Clean Water at Cowell’s Beach on September 9th.  The event will feature coffee & bagels, a raffle, a water sampling demo, a discussion on the state of our beaches, a paddle-out, and more.

Other upcoming events:
o Sept 2: Beach Cleanup
o Sept 9: National Paddle Out for Clean Water! At Cowell's with the Chapter.
o Sept 16: 22nd Annual Coastal Cleanup Day at Moran Lake County Beach.
o Sept 30: Celebrate the Watershed; Capitola Beach and Park
 

 

TUESDAY 9.12

MUSIC:  rock/alt
Tuesday Sept 12

PEPPER Live

 

when:
Tues 9.12.  7pm doors open; 8pm show begins
where:
Catalyst Night Club, 1011 Pacific Ave,  Santa Cruz
tel:
831-423-1338 club
price: $16.80 + $2.75 online surcharge
more:

Map | Band Site  | Listen to Tracks

The hot band that hails from Kailua-Kona, Hawaii has been busy on tour with 311 and the Wailers, but catch solo them in the great intimate Catalyst venue.  Sponsored by Volcom. 

 

   

TUESDAY 9.15

SURF INDUSTRY SHOW
Tuesday Sep 15-17

SURF EXPO Trade show

 
when:
Friday-Sunday, 9.09 - 9.10
where:
9899 Int'l Drive,  Orange County Convention Ctr, ORLANDO, FL
tel:
(800) 947-SURF
price:
variable | trade only
more:

Surf Expo site

The twice annual show for the retailers & manufactures in boardsports, swimwear & resort industries.  For the trade only.  Next show: Jan 11-14, 2007, Orlando.

WEDNESDAY 9.16

SURFRIDER:  Cleanup
Wednesday Sept 16

Surfrider MARIN cleanup + Mystic SurfBoard Raffle

when:
Wed 9.16, 12pm cleanup
where:
tel:
415-868-0264 surf shop
more:

Map Surfrider Marin

Celebrate Coastal Cleanup Day by joining our beach clean up in Stinson with Surfrider Marin.  The chapter's also holding a fundraising raffle.  Win a 10'1 Stable Table Mystic Longboard made with Clark Foam. $1 Donation.  Drawing held Oct 23 at 2 Mile Surf Shop in Bolinas. Raffle Info.

Surfrider Marin meets the 2nd Thursday of every month at Round Table Pizza in Strawberry at 7:30pm.  Next date:  Thurs Sept 15.  Map.

       

FRIDAY 9.22

MUSIC: Punk Rock
Friday September 22

BLACK FURIES live

when:

Fri 9.22, 10am - 3pm

where:
Annie's Social Club, 917 Folsom at 5th,  SAN FRANCISCO
tel:
650-738-5664 Log Shop
price: FREE
more:

Map |  Black Furies site |  Tracks

Check out Ocean Beach Surfer Mark Adams' punk rock band, the Black Furies -- this show is free.  The Thurs Aug 31 show at Great American Music Hall with hthe Aussie punk band, Radio Birdman is not...  

SATURDAY 9.23

Music: Psychedelic/Surf
Saturday Sept 23

THE MERMEN Live

The Amazing California Health And Happiness Road Show
when:
Saturday 9.23,  9:30pm
where:
Moe's Alley, 1535 Commercial Way,  SANTA CRUZ
tel:
831.479.1824
price: $12-$14
more:

Map Event Poster & Info Listen to Tracks

 

Based in San Francisco, the Mermen, is also the official band of Mavericks  Read Moe's Alley's profile of the Mermen's cult following.  Latest Albums...


     
surf contest calendar
updated August 14, 2006

Find upcoming contests in Northern California and other select areas below.
Plan your surf sessions accordingly. 
Need to publicize your contest or got results? 
Submit it here!

 
   

AUGUST

 

Aug 19

Saturday

Leogls04

Log Shop End of Summer Blowout
Linda Mar Beach, Pacifica

 

Pacifica Summer Series Event #2. The annual longboard and retro-70s single-fin board contest for men, women & kids. Fee:  $70 + $10 for additional divisions. Entries available at the Log Shop, 640 Crespi Drive. 650-738-5664.  Photo of Leo Goldman by Jim Crotty.

 

NORCAL

Aug 18-20

Friday-Saturday

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Oceanside Surf Contest & Beach Festival

plus Guy Takayama 6th Annual Pro Noseriding Event

Oceanside Pier, Ca

The 22nd Annual Oceanside event is a
really fun weekend with pros, live bands, vendor booths and more.  Enter via your coalition club.  Noseride entries for the  $10,000 cash purse are at the Oceanside Longboard Surf Club site.  Photo of Billy Harris by the Harris Family.

 

SoCAL

SEPTEMBER

 

Sept 3

Sunday


 

Surf-O-Rama

Pleasure Point, Santa Cruz

7am - 4pm.  Standout surfers from all over California compete in this no-leash, vintage 60s' board contest.  Board exhibition, too. For more info, call Greg Cochran, 650-355-4956

 

 

NORCAL

Sept 3

Sunday


 

4th Annual NorCal Women's Surf Fest

Linda Mar Beach, Pacifica

Pacifica Summer Series Event #3. Come out for a full-day festival with beginner clinics and women surf pros. The 4th annual women's contest includes novice & age group shortboard, longboard, funboard & boogie board divisions. Kids and men-in-drag divisions too. Pre-event fundraiser is August 19 at El Rio. Visit the NorCal Women's Surf Club site for updates and entry forms. Forms also available at area surf shops.  Photo of Diana Mattison by Elizabeth Pepin.

 

NORCAL

Sept 9-10

Saturday-Sunday

19th Annual MSA Classic

Malibu Surfrider Beach, Malibu

One of the largest longboard contests on the West Coast with 400 amateurs and pros competing. Info: Malibu Surfing Association.   Enter via your coalition club.  Photo of Chris Nelson by Ken Seino.

 

 

SoCAL

Sept 12 - 16

Saturday-Sunday

 

Boost Mobile Pro

Lower Trestles, San Clemente

Watch the Andy Irons-Kelly Slater showdown in person or watch it live online at the Boost Mobile Pro site. 

SoCAL

Sept 16 - 17

Saturday-Sunday
Highlight for Album: WSA Contest C Street Ventura

Western Surf Association's Championship Tour #2

Seaside Park, Ventura

Western Surfing Association (WSA) is the oldest amateur surf association in the world.  Each year, the Championship Tour circuit of 11+ California events culminate in the West Coast Championships and Surfing America US Team Championships in May and October 2007.  Open to both male & female surfers of all ages from groms to pro/ams.  Longboard & shortboard divisions. Entry forms, annual membership & more at the WSA site. 
 

SoCAL

Sept 16 - 17

Saturday-Sunday
Photo credit Mike Moriarty, www.surfstills.com

C Street Longboard Classic

California Street, Ventura

Open to amateur surfers of all ages. This contest is also a fundraiser for the re-establishment of the Ventura Surf Museum.  Huge board raffle year after year.  Entry fee: $65.  Entry forms & more at the C-Street contest site.  Photo of Ventura Harbor by Mike Moriarity.

 

SoCAL

Sept 23

Saturday

Volcom Stone's Great White Series

Pleasure Point, Santa Cruz

No entry fees! Volcom’s Totally Crustaceous Tour kicked off July 2006. The VQS* consists of separate qualifiers in regional areas and has 4 divisions: Girls (All Ages), Groms 14&Under, Juniors 15-17, and Mens Pro-Am.  All contests have tons of prizes for finalists and giveaways, including surfboards, snowboards, skateboards, bicycles, and video games, from Volcom and others. The top 5 finishers in each division in each area will qualify to compete in Volcom’s Totally Crustaceous Tour VQS* World Championships, to be held at 54th St, Newport Beach, in May 2007. More details at the Volcom site.

NORCAL

Sept 23-24

Saturday-Sunday

US Women's Longboard Championships | Roxy Surf Jam

Cardiff Reef, Cardiff-By-the-Sea

Longboarders from around the world compete in this ASP-sanctioned U.S. regional championships for a $15,000 prize purse, including locals Julie Cox and Ashley Lloyd.  This is the qualifier for the 2007 Roxy Jam Biarritz, France, also the world championships.  Divisions:  Open Pro to amateurs of all ages.  Also enjoy the big fun, family-oriented beach fest with art, music and activities.  More details soon at the Roxy site.

 

NORCAL

Sept 30 - Oct 1

Saturday-Sunday
Noll Longboard Classic

11th Annual Noll Longboard Classic

Crescent City, CA

A long-running classic full of ohana spirit, and one of our favorite contests.  Come out to Greg Noll country, home of massive redwood trees, incredible salmon fishing and huge elephant seals. Open to all levels from beginners & kids to women and pro men.  Entry fee: $40.  Entry forms & more at the Noll Surf Shop site.

NORCAL

OCTOBER

 

Oct 3

Sunday
Highlight for Album: WSA Contest at Pismo Pier

Western Surf Association's Championship Tour #3

The Hook, Santa Cruz

Western Surfing Association (WSA) is the oldest amateur surf association in the world.  Each year, the Championship Tour circuit of 11+ California events culminate in the West Coast Championships and Surfing America US Team Championships in May and October 2007.  Open to both male & female surfers of all ages from groms to pro/ams.  Longboard & shortboard divisions. Entry forms, annual membership & more at the WSA site. 

 

NORCAL

Oct 14

Saturday

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16th Annual Big Chill Out

Linda Mar Beach, Pacifica

Pacifica Summer Series Event #4. Hosted by Pedro Point Surf Club, this coalition club longboard contest is super fun. Great huge raffle and longboard giveaway. Enter via your coalition surf club or call Greg Cochran. 650-355-4956.  Photo:  Jim Crotty

NORCAL

Oct 17-22

Thursday-Sunday

 

O'Neill Cold Water Classic 2006

Steamer Lane, Santa Cruz

The 4-star WQS contest week is always chock full of parties and great spectating. See top local standouts and pros face-off at the Lane. Co-sponsored by Jeep and Macy's.  Stay tuned for more info.  See last year's site here.  

NORCAL

NOVEMBER

 

Nov 11-12
(to be confirmed)

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Uncle Dickie's Surf Contest

Linda Mar Beach, Pacifica

Pacifica Summer Series Event #5. Hosted by NorCal Surf Shop. Entries available soon at the shop at 5460 Coast Hwy, Pacifica.  Tel 650-738-WAVE.  Photo of Greg Gubser by Jim Crotty.

NORCAL

 

 
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