Set against the gentle chirps of the tuis and the groaning of the native pahutakawas, Waterbourne will be the home to some the best windsurfing action in the country. With world class conditions and a vibrant beach atmosphere this is an event you can't afford to miss.
Whether you are looking to have a blast with friends or get the adrenaline pumping with the best, Waterbourne will surpass expectations and bring your windsurfing to a whole new level. The fresh green grass at the event site has a lot to offer from a Saturday market and live music to on the water action.

Waterbourne will be the first stage of the Pacific Windsurf Cup bringing sailors from Tahiti, New Caledonia, Australia and Hawaii together as they fight to get qualification for the PWA World Tour. To be crowned Waterbourne champion, sailors will not only have to perform in slalom racing (70% of result) but also in the all new 'Waterbourne Ocean Clash' (30% of result) providing a whole new dimension to title (New Zealand citizens will also be fighting for their national ranking).

Waterbourne Ocean Clash
Competing or watching from the beach, there is plenty to see with windsurfing, kiteboarding and stand up paddle boarding all together. This race will be something you don't want to miss where all disciplines will be battling together with slight handicaps to allow slower vessels the chance to win the overall race.

Whether it's the prevailing north westerly or southerly you are guaranteed world class conditions where the beach can get rolling swell and choppy water depending on the wind direction.

Dress Up
Whether you are in it to win or just to have some fun we will also be holding a fancy dress for the race. Come along and dress to impress as we will have a judging panel with prizes for the winners. As health and safety is a priority we will have a officer checking costumes to ensure they will not inhibit you in the water. We encourage all participants to use life jackets where morph suits are not allowed. Gear TransportCompetitors traveling from the north island will have the option to take advantage of free gear transport. This is available for the first 25 windsurfers and 20 stand up paddlers.We encourage you to name 'tag and bag' your items together to minimise the risk of damage and ease of collection before and after the event site.

Windsurf allowance
2 boards
3 sails
2 booms
3 masts
SUP allowance
1 SUP board
2 paddles

Accommodation
Top 10 holiday park is offering 20% discount to competitors. With a variety of rooms and camper van sites for your needs we highly recommend getting in fast while there are still available spaces.
Promo Code: waterbourne2018

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With the fresh green sea flowing into the evergreen wild bush, Eastbourne will be the home of New Zealand's most exciting stand up paddle racing. From the 'Paddle for Hope' to the 'Waterbourne Ocean Clash' competitors of all ages and abilities are encouraged to come down and be apart of this exciting event.

SUP racers will have the option to enter a variety of racing types including sprints, technical races, long distance and relays (for charity) for one simple entry fee. With the event base in Eastbourne, Bishop Park, we will have the option to run racing from Petone if winds limit the racing, however, we expect to hold racing from the event base for the duration of the event.

Paddle For Hope
With a focus on having fun and raising money for your chosen charity, the 'Paddle for Hope' is something worth being apart of. Whether you are a beginner SUPer or a world star, come down and be apart of a fun day on the water. Team relays will offer a fun environment where pink costumes are a necessity. Whether you have a pink tutu or a pink tie come down and create a splash at New Zealand's premier extreme water sports event.

Gear Transport
Competitors traveling from the north island will have the option to take advantage of free gear transport. This is available for the first 25 windsurfers and 20 stand up paddlers.We encourage you to bag your items to minimise the risk of damage. SUP allowance1 SUP board2 paddles

Accommodation
Top 10 holiday park is offering 20% discount to competitors. With a variety of rooms and camper van sites for your needs we highly recommend getting in fast while there are still available spaces.
Promo Code: waterbourne2018