ASP PRIME Event Drawing Large Contingent of World’s Best Surfers Vying for Big Points San Clemente, Calif. (May 3, 2010)
Surfline is calling for small, but contestable, south-southwest swell for the start of the 6.0 Lowers Pro and Oakley Pro Junior at Lower Trestles, San Clemente, Calif. on Tues., May 4th. According to the official forecaster, a new and good-size south-southwest swell will build throughout the day on Wed. the 5th, looks strongest Thur. the 6th, and then slowly fades Fri. the 7th and into the final day Sat. the 8th.
The Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) PRIME event, featuring one of the largest contingents of World Tour surfers on the mainland U.S., will run May 4-8 and also include the ASP Grade 2 Oakley Pro Junior. The combination of contestable swell, a world-class wave, major points and the elite athletes will ensure fierce competition at the famed Southern California surf break all week and into the weekend.
A recent storm in the Central South has set up a good size south-southwest swell for the Nike 6.0 Lowers Pro, building Wed. and into Thurs., before slowly fading through the following weekend.
According to Surfline, the forecast breaks down as follows:
TUESDAY 4th: Small SSW swell with mainly 3′ (waist high) surf and occasional larger sets.
WEDNESDAY 5th: New SSW swell builds throughout the day, starting in the 3-4′+ range (waist-shoulder high+) and building to 4-5-6′+ (shoulder high to slightly overhead) over the afternoon with some larger sets.
THURSDAY 6th: SSW swell continues with 4-6′+ surf (shoulder high to slightly overhead), with larger sets occasionally up to a couple feet overhead.
FRIDAY 7th: Slow fading SSW swell with more 4-6′ surf (shoulder high to slightly overhead) in the morning and occasional slightly larger waves.
SATURDAY 8th: Fading, but still fun SSW swell in the 3-5′ range (waist to head high) with some bigger waves possible in the morning.
Watch the high-quality webcast of the 6.0 Lowers Pro and Oakley Pro Junior featuring live video coverage and scoring for all five days of competition at www.nike6lowerspro.com . For more about the Oakley Pro Junior, visit oakleyprojunior.com.
Here’s what’s in-store for the week after the sun sets:
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at The Shore, Wednesday, May 5th
201 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA 92672
Drink Specials, taco bar and live entertainment from 7 p.m. to close
Surfrider Foundation Emergen-C Karaoke Party at OC Tavern, Thursday, May 6th
2369 El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA 92672
Live band karaoke and Corralejo and Red Bull Drink Specials
6.0 Lowers Pro After Party at OC Tavern, Saturday, May 8th
2369 El Camino Real, San Clemente, CA 92672
Corralejo and Red Bull Drink Specials
The 6.0 Lowers Pro and Oakley Pro Junior wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of sponsors. A special thank you goes out to presenting sponsors Nike 6.0 and Oakley, co-sponsors Red Bull and Corralejo Tequila, and media sponsors Surfer, Surfing and FUEL TV.
About Nike 6.0
The Nike 6.0 brand defines innovation and embodies the creativity of youth, united by action. Nike 6.0 delivers footwear and apparel to support the new generation of action sports athletes who are changing the worlds of surf, snow, moto, BMX, wake and freeski. Their unlimited potential and contagious energy deliver the future through performance and lifestyle. www.nike6.com
About Oakley, Inc.
The global leader in performance sunglasses, goggles and prescription eyewear, Oakley also offers technical and lifestyle apparel, footwear, watches and accessories. The company was created for athletes who see impossibility as just another challenge, and their dedication inspires Oakley to seek out problems, solve with innovation and wrap invention in art. Exceeding the limits of possibility for more than thirty years, Oakley serves the demands of world-class athletes with unbeatable technologies including High Definition Optics (HDO). Additional information is available at www.oakley.com.
About Source Interlink Media’s Action Sports Group (ASG):
Reaching more than two million enthusiasts, Source Interlink Media’s Action Sports Group (ASG) is the dominant force in the action sports and adventure sports arenas. In addition to publishing leading lifestyle publications such as Surfer, Surfing, Snowboarder, Skateboarder, Bike, Powder and Canoe & Kayak, Source Interlink Media’s ASG delivers a cutting-edge network of online properties, events and television programming.
Media Contacts:
Dawn Hamilton
KHPR for ASG
310-295-1189
dhamilton@khpublicrelations.com
Elishia Matta
SURFER PR Manager
949-370-7083
elishia.matta@sorc.com
