When is the contest?
What time does the contest start?
Where is the contest going to be held?
What does my entry fee cover?
Are there other events?
Does "Tandem" really mean bodysurfing with two people?
What does "Pure" mean?
Where are the possible contest sites?
Can I bring something to the BBQ?
Where is the BBQ going to be held?
Where is the best place to eat?
Where is the best place to stay?
When is the contest?
September 26, 2009
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What time does the contest start?
7:30 a.m. Check in
8:00 a.m. First heat in the water
12:00 p.m. (approximately) Last heat ends
2:00 p.m. Pure and Tandem Divisions
5:00 p.m. BBQ, Raffle and Award Ceremony for all Divisions
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Where is the contest going to be held?
It depends on surf conditions. We'll call and let you know the night before.
Important! Make sure we have your cell phone number.
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What does my donation cover?
Your donation covers entrance into the main contest, the pure division, the tandem division, the BBQ, the "Expression Session" breakfast on Sunday and a T-shirt.
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Are there other events?
Yes, on Friday night we'll be at the "Aloha Island Grille". It's at 17th and Portola Avenue in Santa Cruz. If we're lucky, there will be an Hawaiian band playing that night on the outdoor deck.
On Sunday morning join us for an Expression Session and breakfast at Lagunas.
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Does "Tandem" really mean bodysurfing with two people?
Yep. It's kinda like synchronized bodysurfing and it's very entertaining. We are quite happy to sign you up with a partner if you want to try out this fun event.
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What does "Pure" mean?
No fins and no wetsuit.
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Where are the possible contest sites?
Laguna Creek is a beautiful and wild beach approximately 6 miles north of Santa Cruz. Take Highway 1 North. It's 6 Miles north of Western Drive. Look for the road sign that says "Laguna Road" The tricky part: there are two Laguna Roads. Park at the one with the parking lot. It's the second one. Go to the north side of the parking lot. Cross the highway. Look both ways!! Follow the trail straight to the beach for 1/4 mile. Go to Google maps to see a nice photo of the parking lot and directions. Use 6092 Laguna Road, Santa Cruz as a destination point. The waves are challenging with some refractive waves off the rocks making for some nice lefts. You will not be disappointed in the incredible beauty of this beach.
Sunny Cove at the end of 17th Avenue. There are usually smaller waves here and this is where we often host the laid back part of the competition: “The Pure” and “Tandem” and the BBQ. You can Google directions by using 305 Geoffroy, Santa Cruz as a destination point.
26th Avenue is just a bit south from Sunny Cove. It's a challenging beach break with rights and lefts. Park at the large public parking lot at Moran Lagoon a bit south from 26th Avenue with an outdoor shower and restrooms. You can Google 22790 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz as a destination point.
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Can I bring something to the BBQ?
Yes. Please bring whatever you want to drink (no glass) and a dish to share. Fine to bring your family. We will be providing turkey dogs, potato salad, chili, chips and salsa and a green salad.
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Where is the BBQ going to be held?
Likely at the contest site.
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Where is the best place to eat?
Best Cheap Mexican Food: Taqueria Vallarta 893 41st Avenue, Capitola
Best Pizza: Pleasure Pizza 4000 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz
Best Breakfast: Harbor Cafe' 535 7th Avenue, Santa Cruz
Best Margaritas and Nachos: Cafe' Palomar 2222 East Cliff Drive at the Harbor,Santa Cruz
Best BBQ: Cole's BBQ 2590 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz
Best Salad/Healthy Fast Food: Hank's at the Hook 800 41st Avenue, Capitola
Best Italian: Star Bene 1245 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz
Best Donuts: Ferrell's 2227 Mission Street, Santa Cruz
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Where is the best place to stay?
Local Favorite: Ocean Echo is at Sunny Cove. www.oceanecho.com
Best View: Dream Inn www.jdvhotels.com/hotels/dream
Best New Motel Close to Sunny Cove: Bella Notte www.bellanotteinn.com
Best West Side Hotel: Mission Inn www.mission-inn.com
Best for Visiting the Boardwalk: Carousel Motel www.santacruzhotels.com
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