We had a cracker of a weekend at the Roar. The comp organization was flawless even with the cyclonic conditions Sat morning Jacko managed to get the show on the road and get through all the heats as planned. It really is a pleasure to compete in such a professionally run event – brilliant commentary with scores read out as a rider completes their ride makes for great spectator viewing. As soon as you come in the scores are available on a computer printout and the draw is updated. The judging is unbelievably consistent as well.

Us NSW boys were stoked as we manage 3 out of the top six, which at a QLD state titles is no mean feat. Me and Casso got equal 5th and Noel Graham was 4th. The top 3 Qlders – Billy, Keahi and Jackson ripped all weekend with Jackson’s paddle power on the McT allowing him to get the bomb sets and rip the bag out of them in the final- getting the nod over Billy and Keahi. I love watching these guys surf their heats as you learn so much about contest surfing!

The Ladies had 12 entrants and the standard was pretty damn good! Stoked to see Mel and Kristi Page make the final – OG (Phil) will be over the moon! Sorry I don’t know the full results as we had to leave before the presso to get our plane. The racing was fun as well with a great heat format that was good for spectators and competitors alike. Sat night was a blast with AA and PSH putting on free grog and a nice display of the sexy new PSHs.

I would like to say a big thank you to Angie and Jacko who must have put tons of work into this event. It really is the premier SUP surfing event in OZ at the moment and with the 2 divisions (Amateur and Pro) everyone gets a fair go. Add the racing into the mix along with a social event on the Sat night and you have a real fun weekend right there! As Arnie would say “I’ll be back”.

how good were the waves

thanks jacko and ange for a great weekend

yeah u guys did an amazing job i was so glad to go in such a great event and see so many happy friendly people totaly agree with what goatman said hopefully next year will be even bigger and i will have 3 fins in my board this time

How tuff was the first 1/4 final in the pro men

Keahi
Dogman
Woogie
Noel Graham

Harder than Noosa or the Malfunction.....

Rob

Congrats to winners and all competitors. I saw the spread of Naish boards that were nicely laid out and was amused by the sight of that really short SUP board that had extreme width...

I viewed some heats from my sup board and could clearly hear the commentator out on the water. The pro guys sure made the best of v small waves.

As a matter of interest was the comp area closed to other surfers?

cheers frog

I totally agree Roar has got to be one of the best comps I have ever been to!
The vibe was amazing even when it rained for like 2 hours straight, no one complained and everyone enjoyed themselves
It was great to meet many different 'breezers - put faces and names together!
Thanks again to Angie and Jacko for putting so much hard work into it the comp it was fantastic.
AA thank-you for helping me with a board to race with.
Thanks to Lacey for lending me boards, dropping me off at the airport and all the other countless things you did for me - your a legend!
And anyone one else who helped me at Roar Thank-You So Much!

Kristi

Angie and Jacko sweet vibe, fantastic organization and such a solid crew around you anything is achievable. This event sets the standard in SUP Surfing.

Surfing QLD the judging was solid and the scores came out fast letting everyone know what was happening.

I think I blew out my phone bill getting scores but it was worth it.

Lacey your a legend.

The standard of the surfing in those conditions was really high, everyone gave it their all and then some.

Add us to the list for next year please.

Phill

Hi Guys,

Did anyone get pics of the womens final or presso?

If so please drop me an email

Regards

Phill

More pies next year Dogstar!