Frequently Asked Questions

When is the contest?

Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Check-in is 6:30 am.

When is the first heat in the water?

7:00 am.

When does the last heat end?

Approximately 3 pm.

Where is the contest?

Blacks Beach (aka Twin Lakes State Beach)

180 14th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

What does my contest entry fee cover?

Contest, dinner and a t-shirt. You can bring a guest to the awards ceremony and dinner for a mere $20 each.

When and where is the Awards Ceremony and Dinner?

5pm at 22800 E Cliff Dr. Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Can I bring something to the Awards dinner?

Bring whatever you want to drink and a chair. Bring your family. Also, don’t forget to bring money for the raffle. The prizes are always killer.

Are there other events?

PRE-CONTEST ALOHA: The night before the contest from 6-8 pm at the Aloha Island Grille, 1700 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz.

SUNDAY MORNING FREESURF: Charge 1) hard, 2) tuff, and 3) sans remorse at the SCBSA Expression Session — 26th Avenue Beach, Santa Cruz. Park in the Moran Lagoon Parking Lot at 22775 E Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz.