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 EAST OPEN, TYNEMOUTH
Venue: Longsands Tynemouth
Date: 24th - 25th Oct 2009
Sponsors: TBC
Supported by: North Tyneside Council

The North East can provide some of the best quality waves in the country. The swell unfortunately only last for a short period of time.

This event is run inconjunction with Xtreme Festival incorporating Skateboarding, Snowboarding, Kite Surfing, Windsurfing and live music. It is supported by North Tyneside Council who bring all the extreme sports together.

From 2002 to 2004 the event was held at Cayton Bay.

Categories / Prize Money: Open - £2,000, Women’s - £500,  Relentless Money Move - £250, King of Watersports Highest Scoring Wave - Sector 9 Skateboard

Status: Open, Women’s, Pro Junior  - 1 Star

Longsands Beach Wave Information

Longsands is a consistent east-facing mellow beachbreak (with rocks in places),  Multiple peaks up and down the beach.

Best tide time to surf: From mid- to three-quarter tide
Driving Access: Access off main roads
Car Park spaces: 100
Price: Less than £5
Beach facilities: Lifeguards, public toilets.
Beach type: Fine sand
Break type: Beach
Left/Right: Both
Offshore wind direction: Westerly
Access: Short walk to beach
Water quality: Good - EU blue flag award
Lifeguard service: During summer months

Past Event Winners


2008
Sam Lamiroy (Newcastle)
Caroline Perret (France)
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2007
Llewellyn Whittaker (S Africa)
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2006
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2005
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2004
Johnny Fryer (Isle of Wight)
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2003
Jake Boex (Helston)
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2002
Mark Harris (Newquay)
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Tom Coleman (Scarborough)
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