Keep your calendar free for the 13th & 20th of October. Mornington Peninsula Spring Classic.
Two events / Two dates.
Conditions will determine which event will be run on the 13th.....the other event to be run on the 20th.
Plenty of great locations to choose from to ensure we get the best conditions possible.
Registration will open soon at www.supvic.com......stay tuned.
Don't miss it
Looks great.. fingers crossed for big waves for the surf comp and small waves for the surf race..
DJ
This will be a great series of Surfing and Surf race events held by Sup Vic Surf.....
There has been some absolute classic Springtime conditions on the East Coast beach breaks over the last few weeks so with the warmer weather we are in for the best event so far this year, each one gets "betterer"!
Look forward to catching up with all the mongrel crew 
Select to expand quoteockanui said..
This will be a great series of Surfing and Surf race events held by Sup Vic Surf.....
There has been some absolute classic Springtime conditions on the East Coast beach breaks over the last few weeks so with the warmer weather we are in for the best event so far this year, each one gets "betterer"!
Look forward to catching up with all the mongrel crew
And us with you King Dog!!!
Select to expand quoteLeroy13 said..ockanui said..
This will be a great series of Surfing and Surf race events held by Sup Vic Surf.....
There has been some absolute classic Springtime conditions on the East Coast beach breaks over the last few weeks so with the warmer weather we are in for the best event so far this year, each one gets "betterer"!
Look forward to catching up with all the mongrel crew
And us with you King Dog!!!
The whole sup thing is starting to develop a definite canine undertone, not unlike the rap language of the USA, ie. "What up Dawg?" "I be chillin Dawg". As for feral underdog, I'll get someone knowledgable to sniff your arse to establish your rank in the pack!! I've had the two best days of surfing in twenty years in the last two days at 13th. I've discovered a bank about a 600 metre paddle/walk from Ant steps(right). As for my hip (touch wood) I'll forgive the power that is for making the last four years of my life a physical and psychogical nightmare as I appear to be blessed in my recovery so far.
Select to expand quoteLeroy13 said..Leroy13 said..ockanui said..
This will be a great series of Surfing and Surf race events held by Sup Vic Surf.....
There has been some absolute classic Springtime conditions on the East Coast beach breaks over the last few weeks so with the warmer weather we are in for the best event so far this year, each one gets "betterer"!
Look forward to catching up with all the mongrel crew
And us with you King Dog!!!
The whole sup thing is starting to develop a definite canine undertone, not unlike the rap language of the USA, ie. "What up Dawg?" "I be chillin Dawg". As for feral underdog, I'll get someone knowledgable to sniff your arse to establish your rank in the pack!! I've had the two best days of surfing in twenty years in the last two days at 13th. I've discovered a bank about a 600 metre paddle/walk from Ant steps(right). As for my hip (touch wood) I'll forgive the power that is for making the last four years of my life a physical and psychogical nightmare as I appear to be blessed in my recovery so far.
where are the pics
good stuff
cheers matt
Pics? Pics? My best surfin buddy is otherwise occupied and hasn't quite got a a board, oh hang on you know him. It's pumpin all week (Docs app on Wed Arvy) Lets go any other time I did 2 hrs on Sat and 3 on Sun, knackered but frothin (whatever that means/ Rabid perhaps? ). I'll take photos of you and you of me!!!!
Get your in laws to take care of the kids and we'll pick up the board so you can test in the water.
I'll even let you choose from my array of fins for a set up. It's you piking out not me!!!
I'll give you pics Dawg!!.
Great to see a comp on the East Coast and it should be a smoker!
With 2 main comps on the West Coast and 2 main comps on the East Coast now something for everyone.
Huey hopefully you will smile on us again.
Kristi and I will see you there for sure.
Phill
Locked in!
Stoked to see something on the east coast...there's been some great banks around the past month.
Hopefully my new JP will get me through a few heats!
Don't forget to register early for both the surf and surf race events....
ahh Classic Springtime conditions on the East Coast.......... will be the Battle Royale of the local East coasters revelling in their hometown conditions V the travelling reef riding West Coasters...
This will be one great surf'n event...
Here's some additional event info from the SUP Vic rego page.....get on it crew, it's going to be a heap of fun
SUP VIC is pleased to announce the Mornington Peninsula Spring[b] Classic SUP Surf Comp & Surf Race.
[/b]Building upon the success of previous surf events, this is sure to be one not to miss.
The Spring Classic will be split into two separate events and run on two separate dates, Sunday 13th & Sunday 20th October.
The surf comp on one of these dates….surf race the other.
Surf conditions will determine whether the surf comp or surf race will be held on the first date (13th Oct), the other event being held on the following weekend.
So keep both dates free so you don’t miss out!!
We also have permits for a backup date of Sunday 27th October should conditions require rescheduling of one of the first two dates.
This is to ensure we get the best possible conditions for both events.
We have permits for 5 top quality surf spots spread along the length of the Peninsula and into Westernport Bay should the swell be pumping.
Event location will be announced in the lead up to each event, via Seabreeze, Facebook and email to registered competitors.
EVENT ENTRY
Event entry is via online pre-registration only for the surf comp.
Entries close 6pm Saturday 12th October.
Surf comp entry on the day will not be permitted.
We also encourage online pre-registration for the surf race but this is not mandatory.
Pre-rego will enable us to communicate event details to you so that you can stay informed about location, time and dates.
Entry fees will be collected on the day at check in.
Event entry is open to all…..SUP Vic members AND NON-MEMBERS.
For entrants that are not SUP Vic members, an additional one off day membership of $10 will be required to provide you with event insurance cover.
Entry to future events will require you to become a SUP Vic member and you will be credited this day entry fee from your club membership.
Check out the SUP Vic website for membership benefits www.supvic.com/join-sup-vic/
SURF COMP
$20 entry fee for SUP Vic members.
Additional $10 day membership for non-SUP Vic members (see above).
Check in on the day is from 7.00 – 8.00am with first heat in the water at 8.30.
This is to be an inclusive day with all levels of skill and experience very welcome.
Every competitor will surf a minimum of two heats.
A complimentary BBQ will be provided for all competitors.
Surfing Categories:
- Open Men
- Open Women (numbers permitting)
- Juniors (numbers permitting)
SURF RACE
$10 entry fee for SUP Vic members.
Additional $10 day membership for non-SUP Vic members (see above).
Check in / race registration time on the day to be advised.
This is also to be an inclusive day with all levels of skill and experience very welcome.
Races will be relatively short and will require competitors to paddle a course in and out through the surf.
The SUP Vic 12’6” inflatable boards will be available to competitors entering the fun class.
There will also be an inflatable relay race (numbers permitting) with an emphasis on FUN.
Racing Categories:
- 12’6” Open Men
- 12’6” Open Women (numbers permitting)
- 12’6” Juniors (numbers permitting)
- Fun Class. All in….paddle whatever you’ve got / want
- Inflatable relay race (numbers permitting)
Anyone got one of those long range crystal ball swell forecasts for the next 2 weekends?
Looks like there could be a bit of swell around for next Sunday. Perhaps too much for the open beaches.
A long way out still for the wind but hopefully at this stage abating W turning NW.
Select to expand quoteBnaccas said..
Looks like there could be a bit of swell around for next Sunday. Perhaps too much for the open beaches.
A long way out still for the wind but hopefully at this stage abating W turning NW.
Well the first 2 comps were go big or go home affairs with 4.2m and 4.8m!
Huey so far this year we have taken everything you have thrown at us, you owe us a decent comp 3 with some perfect waves don't disappoint the boys on the East Coast :)
Pretty stoked we have a holding period for this event
Latest BOM forecast for Sunday 13 October
Winds: West to northwesterly 15 to 20 knots turning southwesterly 20 to 30 knots during the day.
Weather: Local hail and thunderstorms with stronger squalls.
At this stage based on this and all other available forecasts, our best option is to run the surf race this Sunday 13th Oct subject to the timing of the wind change and storm activity.
Surf comp will be either Sunday 20th or 27th Oct.
Gotta love our crazy Vicco weather
Stay tuned for further info Friday arvo / evening.
Seems it was a good move having a holding period for the Spring Classic!!
Current forecast for this Sunday 13th October is for 20-25 knot WNW winds early in the morning, then swinging to the SW mid morning and building to 30-40 knots.
Our aim is to run both the surf comp and surf race in the best possible conditions and this Sunday will be far from it.
We will therefore postpone the event until the next date for which we have permits.
That is Sunday 20th October.
Hopefully this doesn’t inconvenience anyone.
Stay tuned for announcements late next week……forecasted conditions will determine whether the surf comp or surf race will be run on this date.
The event that is not run on the 20th (comp or race) will be run on the 27th October.
Fingers crossed for the 20th!!....one week closer to summer
PS. All is not lost for this Sunday 13th.
There is currently some loose plans to do a downwinder in Westernport Bay, from Flinders to Balnarring, in the arvo once the SW wind and swell kicks in.
It’s going to be wild so will only be suitable for experienced paddlers!!
Just a reminder that Sunday October 20th is Round the Bay in A Day - cyclists of all shapes and sizes - so stay well clear of Point Nepean Road.
The surf comp is ON this Sunday 20th October!!
Forecast is looking awesome.....27 degrees, light offshore winds and plenty of swell
At this stage the most likely location will be Point Leo.
If you want to be a part of it make sure you pre register here:
www.supvic.com/event/sup-vic-spring-classic-surf-comp/
We will not be accepting entries on the day.
You will be forwarded additional event info after submitting your online registration and provided with emailed updates if there are any changes.
Also a big thankyou to SHQ Boardsports that have come onboard as event sponsor.
The SHQ crew will have their fleet of demo boards from JP & Coreban available for demo on the day.
SHQ have offered up some prizes that will be drawn from a lucky dip.....everyone has a chance to take home a prize!!
Don't miss out on what is going to be an awesome day.
Good waves, good crew, great weather, prizes, demo's and a complimentary BBQ for competitors....what more could you want??
woohoo, can't wait, please tell me water temp is 5 degrees warmer in western port than west coast.
havin trouble wearing wettie after two weeks boardies and vest.
Yeeeeooooow! Can't wait!
Is it true everyone gets to surf a minimum of 2 heats?
If anyone is keen...I'm hoping to be down that way tomorrow. PM me if ya want to get some waves.
G'day Mick - welcome to Melbourne's East Coast. It's a great place to surf (just don't tell everyone, ok! )
You will find waves tomorrow. Wind forecast is 15 - 20 knots NNW most of the day. Currently as I look at the cams there is some good swell coming into Westernport, but it is predicted to drop a bit tomorrow (and then pick up again Sunday, for the comp!). I expect there will be waves inside Westernport again tomorrow, but the issue may be size. Westernport breaks are very tide-dependant. Most are best from mid - high tide, on the incoming tide. Once the tide starts running out it tends to kill the swell.
I think you should start at Flinders (Big Left - off the golf course), which is outside the bay and picks up a similar swell to 13th Beach on the West Coast. Just look for the goatboats, other SUP's etc and you will find it . You can paddle out from the carpark down by the beach in the middle of the golf course. The issue will be wind, as the break is a long way out and very susceptible to wind. Will break at any tide, subject to swell size.
If it is too big or messy at BL, then I'd suggest you go back to Shoreham - the Pines - look for the anti-SUP stickers in the carpark and the pack of grumpy mal riders who think it is massive if it gets to 2 foot! SUP's often paddle up to the next point (towards Flinders) from here to avoid most of the crowds.
Or you could go back to Pt Leo ($4 entry charge now we are approaching summer), where there are a few breaks (Crunchies, Suicide, 2nd Reef). Picks up a lot more swell than Shoreham. High tide is at 12:30pm tomorrow, so best times should be from about 9am - 1pm.
Or you can give me a call, as I'm hoping to get down tomorrow for quickie at some stage.
And, as a final option if the forecast is off and it is howling from the North - grab hold of a 14'er and do a downwinder with the crew in the (Port Phillip) bay.
Sorry for the text book answer....I think I need a coffee after this!
Select to expand quoteBnaccas said..
Yeeeeooooow! Can't wait!
Is it true everyone gets to surf a minimum of 2 heats?
If anyone is keen...I'm hoping to be down that way tomorrow. PM me if ya want to get some waves.
Yeah mate
If ya bomb out in the first round you get a second crack in the repechage round.
Minimum two heats for everyone with only a few others in the water in what's looking like epic conditions....YEEEEEWWWWWW
Select to expand quotehoagie said..
Any idea when the comp will start? I see low tide is at 7am.
Rego at 8:00 - 8:30
Likely to get first heat in the water around 9:00 but will depend on swell and tide.
If the forecast is correct you'll be able to surf the Hump right through the low tide.
Get your pre rego in before 6pm tomorrow (Sat) arvo.
Make sure you all get your entries in before 6pm tomorrow as this is the first ever Sup Surf comp on the East Coast and we have a forecast for perfect swell and offshore winds.
If the swell is right, the Point will be working from sun up, if not we may have to wait a while for the tide to fill in a bit.
See you all Sunday morning!
Hate to rain on the parade as I hope to give the comp a crack but it looks like there is a Super Grom comp on as well this Sunday at Leo. Check out:www.triggerbrothers.com.au/w/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=540&Itemid=100053
If this is the case I will certainly give the comp a miss as I don't have enough skills to dodge a busy Leo line up with kids!
