The past and present of surfing in one photo. Former CT competitor and East Coast ripper Gabe Kling (USA) (white) with fellow Floridian
The WRV Outer Banks Pro was graced with Ben Bourgeois' (USA) legendary presence, if only for the first two days of competition.
Pedro Todaro's (USA) air game wasn't enough to get him through Round 3 after an impressive Round 2 win.
Colt Ward (USA) kept his eyes on the prize throughout his Round 2 bout, but couldn't clinch a spot into Round 4.
Kelly Norris (AUS) nearly sending it into Round 3.
Nearly soaring into Round 3, Renan Peres (BRA) fell just short of clinching an advancing score.
Elijah Gates (HAW) is back in the Quartefinals after an impressive marathon day of competition -- making it through three rounds.
Gabriel Andre (BRA) was a standout on opening day, and nearly found that same form throughout a long day two of competition -- but came
John Mel (USA) was off to good start at this event but lost his rhythm with the ocean in Round 2.
Victor Mendes (BRA) boosting his way to a contest-high 9.17.
Wesley Santos' (BRA) successfully completed Superman attempt in the early morning goings.
Early morning clouds and waves made for a great second day of action at the WRV Outer Banks Pro presented by Pacifico Men's QS1,000
Brandon Mitchell (USA) began his day in the first heat of the day, advancing into Round 3.
Wesley Santos (BRA) found the dream vision early on with an Outer Banks barrel to begin the day.
Gabriel Andre (BRA) had his head in the right place on opening day -- posting the day's highest heat total, 16.67, and matching the highest
Jake Marshall (USA) was hoping for a big result here to help his North America QS campaign but will now look toward the RVCA Pro Junior for
Jack Boyes (USA) fell just shy of a Round 3 berth behind Bruce Mackie (BRB)
Bruce Mackie (BRB) tracked his waves all the way to the inside and found himself into Round 3 by finishing them off.