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2012 Hyundai Tour Event Dates
Hyundai Tour Event 1, 7-8 January, Raglan (4-star)
Hyundai Tour Event 2, 15-21 January, Piha (5-star) - Open, Women's Junior, SUP and SUP Race
Hyundai Tour Event 3, 3-6 February, Sandy Bay (SNZ 6-star / ASP LQS 1-star)
Hyundai Tour Event 4, 18-19 February, Mount Maunganui (4-star)
Hyundai Tour Event 5, 2-3 March, Port Waikato (6-star)
 What: Hyundai Tour Event 1
Where: Raglan
When: 7-8 January
Rating: SNZ Longboard 4 Star
Prize Money: $3,050
Divisions: Open Men, Women, Under 18 Men, Over 40, Over 50, SUP and SUP Race
Information: The opening event of the tour brings all the surfers out of the woodwork and the event being held at Raglan will amplifiy this further. Held during the peak summer season the surfers have plenty of beach goers to surf in front of. Raglan is the best venue in New Zealand to watch surfing, with surfers a mere stones throw away from the rocks. Nice summer swells can frequent the West Coast at this time of the year and it is important that all surfers get their campaign off to the best possible start with a good result at the event.
Additional activities: Hyundai will lay on their usual hospitality in association with the local Hamilton Hyundai Dealer - Waikato Motor Group. Check out all the latest Hyundai vehicles or take on some other land based activities on the beach.
Promotional activity: There will be a gold coin donation BBQ and refreshments. The Hyundai girls will be out selling raffle tickets for the Hyundai longboard. All proceeds from the raffle go to the Point Boardriders Club of Raglan.
Defending champions: Open Men – Josh Constable (Aus), Open Women – Mischa Davis (Piha), Under 18 Men – Nic Jones (Aus), Over 40 – Brian Young (Orewa), Over 50 – Viv Treacy (Whangarei), SUP - Daniel Kereopa (Rag), SUP Race - Daniel Kereopa (Rag).
Entry closing dates: 30th December 2011
Hyundai Tour hotline: For on the day event schedules and event locations please call 0211134506.
 What: Hyundai Tour Event 2 (2012 Hyundai Naitonal Championships)
Where: Piha Beach, Auckland
When: 15-21 January
Rating: SNZ Longboard 5 Star
Prize Money: N/A
Divisions: Open Men, Women, Under 18 Men, SUP and SUP Race
Information: The birth place of the modern surfboard in New Zealand is Piha Beach. Piha is notorious for big swells but this time of the year can be settled often with early morning offshores and afternoon sea breezes. This years event is the 50th anniversary for the National Champs so will hold a special place on the 2012 calendar. Over 20 divisions are contested at the event over a seven day period. It is the perfect excuse for the ultimate surf trip/getaway. Make sure you take the chance to head to the event and catch some of the best surf that New Zealand has to offer.
Additional activities: Hyundai will lay on their usual hospitality in association with the local Auckland Hyundai Dealer. Check out all the latest Hyundai vehicles or take on some other land based activities on the beach.
Promotion activity: There will be a gold coin donation BBQ and refreshments. The Hyundai girls will be out selling raffle tickets for the Hyundai longboard. All proceeds from the raffle go to the local Lion Rock Boardriders Club.
Defending National Champions: Open Men – Thomas Kibblewhite (Auck), Open Women – Hannah Joynt (Dun), Under 18 Men – Luke O'Neill (Chch), SUP - Daniel Kereopa (Rag), SUP Race - Jeremy Stephenson (Auck).
Entry: Enter online here.
Entry closing dates: 9th January
Hyundai Tour hotline: For on the day event schedules and event locations please call 0211134506.
 What: Hyundai Tour Event 3
Where: Sandy Bay, Whangarei
When: 3 - 6 February (Friday - Monday)
Rating: SNZ Longboard 6 Star / ASP LQS 1 star (Men's Division only)
Prize Money: $9,500
Divisions: Open Men, Women, Under 18 Men, Over 40, Over 50, SUP and SUP Race
Information: The Sandy Bay event is a must on the longboard calendar. Held over Waitangi Weekend, this event is like an annual pilgrimage where everyone gets together. Out of cell phone coverage, the place is tranquil and relaxing and the event has one of the best atmospheres there is. The event has recently held the tag of the most festive event of the tour with IC Motors stepping up the corporate hospitality with bands at the beach and big marquees. 2012 sees another day added to the event to cater for the ever burgeoning entry level. The ASP sanctioning ensures this event plays host to the best longboard surfing on offer in this country during 2012.
Additional activities: Hyundai will lay on their usual hospitality in association with the local Hyundai Dealer IC Motors. Check out all the latest Hyundai vehicles.
Promotion activity: There will be a gold coin donation BBQ and refreshments. The Hyundai girls will be out selling raffle tickets for the Hyundai longboard. All proceeds from the longboard raffle go to the local North Coast Boardriders Club.
Defending champions: Open Men – Josh Constable (AUS), Open Women – Georgia Young (AUS), Under 18 Men – Luke O'Neill (Chch), Over 40 – Brian Young (Orewa), Over 50 – Viv Treacy (Ocean Beach), SUP - Beau Nixon (AUS), SUP Race - Jeremy Stephenson (Auck)
Entry: Enter online here.
Entry closing dates: 30th January
Hyundai Tour hotline: For on the day event schedules and event locations please call 0211134506.
 What: Hyundai Tour Event 4
Where: Tay Street, Mount Maunganui
When: 18-19 February
Rating: SNZ Longboard 4 Star
Prize Money: $3,050
Divisions: Open Men, Women, Under 18 Men, Over 40, Over 50, SUP and SUP Race
Information: The fourth and penultimate event of the tour is where the top surfers make their move for a tour title. Mount Maunganui is often regarded as the home of surfing and plays host to the biggest surf museum in New Zealand. Nice summer swells can frequent the East Coast of the North Island at this time of the year and a result here can set up a surfer for a late charge at a tour title.
Additional activities: Hyundai will lay on their usual hospitality in association with the local Hyundai Dealer. Check out all the latest Hyundai vehicles or take on some land based activities on the beach.
Promotion activity: There will be a gold coin donation BBQ and refreshments. The Hyundai girls will be out selling raffle tickets for the Hyundai longboard. All proceeds from the raffle go to the local Bay Boardriders Club.
Defending champions: Open Men – Josh Constable (AUS), Open Women – Nava Young (AUS), Under 18 Men – Hone Douglas (Wtane), Over 40 – Brian Young (Orewa), Over 50 – Grant Cochrane (Chch), SUP - Daniel Kereopa (Rag), SUP Race - Jeremy Stephenson (Auck)
Entry: Enter online here.
Entry closing dates: 13th February
Hyundai Tour hotline: For on the day event schedules and event locations please call 0211134506.
 What: Hyundai Tour Event 5
Where: Sunset Beach, Port Waikato
When: 2-3 March (Friday – Saturday)
Rating: SNZ Longboard 6 Star
Prize Money: $6,100
Divisions: Open Men, Women, Under 18 Men, Over 40, Over 50, SUP and SUP Race
Information: The finale at Port Waikato will determine the Hyundai Tour Champions for 2012. The event is another big points and prize money 6-star event. In recent years this event has been graced with some all time waves although 2011 was back to typical West Coast storm surf. You will have to be there to find out what goes down in 2012. Major bragging rights go on the line and hopes can often be dashed with just one bad heat. The event will be held on a Friday and Saturday with the Saturday night festivities coinciding with the end of the Tour.
Additional activities: Hyundai will lay on their usual hospitality in association with the local Waikato Motor Group Hyundai Dealer. Check out all the latest Hyundai vehicles and come be part of the aciton.
Promotion activity: There will be a gold coin donation BBQ and refreshments. The Hyundai girls will be out selling raffle tickets for the Hyundai longboard. All proceeds from the raffle go to the local fire brigade.
Defending champions: Open Men - Taylor Jensen (USA), Women - Georgia Young (Aus), Junior Men - Nic Jones (AUS), Over 40 - Dave Craddock (Auck), Over 50 - Grant Cochrane (Chch), SUP - Daniel Kereopa (Rag), SUP Race - Armie Armstrong (Rag)
Entry: Enter online here.
Entry closing dates: 27th February
Hyundai Tour hotline: For on the day event schedules and event locations please call 0211134506.
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LATEST RESULTS |
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NZ Pro Series |
1 Billy Stairmand (Rag)
2 Chris Malone (Gis)
3 Tim O'Connor (Mnt)
4 Matt Hewitt (Mnt)
5 Jay Quinn (Gis)
5 Bobby Hansen (Gis)
7 Alex Dive (Mnt)
7 Zen Wallis (Piha) |
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1 Dune Kennings
2 Elliot Paerata
3 Adam Grimson
4 Sean Kettle
5 Mackenzie Christie
5 Paul Moreiti
7 Waretini Wano
8 Kahu Craig-Ranga
9 Josh Taylor
10 Jordan Griffin |
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1 Jayda Martin-Fitzharris
2 Ella Williams
3 Hannah Kohn
4 Dayna Story
5 Ella Spiers
6 Bianca Sansom
7 Gabriella Sansom
8 Tayla Jakich
9 Bridie Laing
10 Jasmine Smith
10 Milly Crew
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