Windsurfing - Taranaki Wave Classic

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When:

Sat 23 Oct ’10, 9:00am–5:00pm	Saving
Sun 24 Oct ’10, 9:00am–5:00pm	Saving
Mon 25 Oct ’10, 9:00am–5:00pm	Saving

Where: Oakura Boardriders Club, Oakura Beach, New Plymouth Show map

Restrictions: All Ages

Ticket Information:

Admission: Free

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Paul Vlietstra
Windsurfing New Zealand

Following a long history of events held in Taranaki, the Taranaki Wave Classic will continue to put the emphasis on fun.

The event will be an Expression Session format, where competitors will free-sail in whatever conditions occur at the chosen location for that day. There will be no heats, no man on man elimination and no stress. The top 10 riders will be selected for a super session.

The emphasis at this event is about participation, so as long as you can look after yourself on the water you don't have to be able to loop or carve - there will be opportunities to talk to the guns, and there are 'introduction to wavesailing' clinics held at the beach. The social side is great, the prizes are awesome (and they are spot prizes) and the opportunities to see great sailing, get great photos and meet great people make it worth the trip.

Visit the event website to get the full story and the latest news:
http://www.taranakiwaveclassic.com/event.php

Remember its all about fun so bring your toys...

Event listed by Windsurfing New Zealand

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Windsurfing New Zealand 1 year ago

The organisers did a brilliant job of organising the event but could not control the wind - but despite the lack of this essential component a great weekend was had by all. Over 80 windsurfers from as far away as Dunedin spent the weekend floating around on their biggest windsurfers or stand-up paddling (SUP), a popular alternative for windless windsurfers. The 'goodie bag' was great, supported by the various sponsors such as Rodgers Dental, Carbon Art and several windsurfing and local businesses. Each day featured a BBQ and 'workshops' where the experts shared their tips and answered questions. The party on the Sunday night was well attended by sailors and their families. Spot prizes on the evening included a brand new Carbon Art board, sails from Gaastra and KA, a wetsuit from 7th Wave and other goodies totalling over $7000. Congratulations to the Taranaki guys for another great event for everyone, not just the hard core! Roll on next year. Wave Nationals are on next Easter.