HONOLULU - (October 30, 2014) -- Day 1 of the HIC PRO will get underway this-morning, with organizers expecting to surf through two rounds of competition by day's end. Waves are in the 5- to 7-foot range out of the NNW, with stiff easterly winds. Watch the event LIVE HERE.
The HIC PRO is a 3-day, $85,000 ASP 4 star competition and the Official Qualifier for local surfers into the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing. The HIC PRO has until November 10 to crown a champion.
A full report will be issued at the end of today's action.
The HIC PRO will be televised LIVE on Oceanic SURF Channel 250 & 1250HD in Hawaii, and shown on delayed basis nationally in the US on TWC SportsNet & its affiliate distributors DirecTV, Cox Communications, Charter Communications, Bright House Networks, Verizon FiOS, and AT&T U-Verse. Check your local listings for dates & times.
About HIC - Hawaiian Island Creations:
Hawaii's biggest and best selection of surf gear - since 1971 HIC has provided Hawaii with quality surfboards, skateboards, clothing and accessories - by surfers, for surfers. Locally owned and operated, the HIC retail chain includes thirteen stores across Oahu, Maui and the Big Island, plus two in Japan. Through a commitment to quality, service and aloha spirit, the brand has built a reputation as an icon of Hawaiian surfing recognized throughout the world. Enjoy the ride!
Official HIC PRO event gear: Available at www.hicsurf.com/
About Vans:
Vans®, a VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) brand, is the original action sports footwear and apparel brand. Vans collections include authentic footwear, apparel, accessories and snowboard boots that are sold globally in more than 170 countries through a network of subsidiaries, distributors and international offices. VF Outdoor, Inc. owns and operates more than 415 stores of the Vans brand in the United States and internationally, each offering a range of Vans footwear and apparel while communicating the brand's rich heritage. The Vans brand promotes the action sports lifestyle, youth culture and creative self-expression through the support of musicians, artists and athletes on boards and bikes all over the globe and through progressive events such as the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing®, the Vans Downtown Showdown, the Vans Pool Party, the Vans Warped Tour® and surfing's most prestigious contest, the Vans US Open of Surfing.
Hic Pro Called ON Today
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HONOLULU - (October 30, 2014) -- Day 1 of the HIC PRO will get underway this-morning, with organizers expecting to surf through two rounds of competition by day's end. Waves are in the 5- to 7-foot range out of the NNW, with stiff easterly winds. Watch the event LIVE HERE.
The HIC PRO is a 3-day, $85,000 ASP 4 star competition and the Official Qualifier for local surfers into the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing. The HIC PRO has until November 10 to crown a champion.
A full report will be issued at the end of today's action.
The HIC PRO will be televised LIVE on Oceanic SURF Channel 250 & 1250HD in Hawaii, and shown on delayed basis nationally in the US on TWC SportsNet & its affiliate distributors DirecTV, Cox Communications, Charter Communications, Bright House Networks, Verizon FiOS, and AT&T U-Verse. Check your local listings for dates & times.
About HIC - Hawaiian Island Creations: Hawaii's biggest and best selection of surf gear - since 1971 HIC has provided Hawaii with quality surfboards, skateboards, clothing and accessories - by surfers, for surfers. Locally owned and operated, the HIC retail chain includes thirteen stores across Oahu, Maui and the Big Island, plus two in Japan. Through a commitment to quality, service and aloha spirit, the brand has built a reputation as an icon of Hawaiian surfing recognized throughout the world. Enjoy the ride! Official HIC PRO event gear: Available at www.hicsurf.com/
About Vans: Vans®, a VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) brand, is the original action sports footwear and apparel brand. Vans collections include authentic footwear, apparel, accessories and snowboard boots that are sold globally in more than 170 countries through a network of subsidiaries, distributors and international offices. VF Outdoor, Inc. owns and operates more than 415 stores of the Vans brand in the United States and internationally, each offering a range of Vans footwear and apparel while communicating the brand's rich heritage. The Vans brand promotes the action sports lifestyle, youth culture and creative self-expression through the support of musicians, artists and athletes on boards and bikes all over the globe and through progressive events such as the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing®, the Vans Downtown Showdown, the Vans Pool Party, the Vans Warped Tour® and surfing's most prestigious contest, the Vans US Open of Surfing.
HIC Pro Sunset
Catch the best of the 2014 HIC Pro finals day at Sunset Beach, Hawaii, which saw the Kauaian triumph.
Kauai's Danny Fuller wins the first event of his 15-year career at the ASP 4-Star in Oahu.
Top seeds entered the fray today at the HIC Pro at Sunset Beach, led by world No. 19 Fred Patacchia.
NO HIC PRO for Monday, Nov 3rd due to near flat conditions on hand at Sunset Beach. New NW swell forecasted to fill in late today. Next
No HIC PRO for Sunday, November 2nd. Decreasing 1'-3' N swell on hand at Sunset Beach
News
The first BWT event of the season is set to take place Friday, November 16 with favorable conditions expected in the 30+ range.
XL swell and perfect conditions are expected for Friday, November 16 in Nazaré, Portugal.
Surfing is a global community and when our local communities are in need, we band together to support one another.
Macy Callaghan and Brisa Hennessy will be the new faces on Tour after Port Stephens; Paige Hareb and Bronte Macaulay also requalify.
The Big Wave Tour is placing the Nazaré Challenge on Yellow Alert with a projected swell headed towards the region.