Update on Outer Banks Surf Contest: “Battle of the Banks” Did Not Go Off This Weekend
The “Battle of the Banks” did not go off this past weekend, but the Outer Banks waves sure did.
High tide was around 7 a.m. and rough seas washed over the dunes at S Turns shutting the road down for a couple hours. Unfortunately, most of the contestants were not able to make it down south for the beginning of the contest.
However, the good news is that left a full day for the OBX and VB teams along with every other surfer in the area to hit some amazing OBX barrels. The beach was packed with fishermen, spectators, cameramen, and about 50 – 100 surfers. The current was intense, making it very difficult to get in position, but for the lucky few that did, there were some amazing rides to be had; 8 – 10 foot tubes with some rides lasting up to 30 seconds and covering more than 100 yards.
I stood in awe next to Mickey “2M” McCarthy as he snapped the above picture. Here’s a great compilation that was posted on SurfKDH.com showing some of best rides of the day, and here’s some props from ESPN.
We missed out on a great contest, but we definitely didn’t miss out on great waves or great surfing. Enjoy the videos below.
Fall on the Outer Banks
The fall is arguably the best time of year to fully experience the unique charm that only the Outer Banks can offer…locals favorite time of year.
After September, the beach quiets down just in time for perfect fall weather; warm days and cool nights. Empty beaches, warm water, best time of year for surfing some the best surf on the East Coast, and amazing fishing. Restaurants are much less crowded and the dining is still first class, and many stores remain open all winter for shopping.
Plenty to see and do outside as well – Jockey’s Ridge, Pea Island, Hatters National Sea Shore, 4 gorgeous lighthouses, Nags Head Woods Preserve, wild horses, and the list goes on.
One of the best advantages of the fall…save some money. You will find substantially lower rates during the fall.
One of the Outer Banks’ best kept secrets, the off-season.
Winter Education Series on the Outer Banks
Currituck Heritage Park Winter Educational Series
COROLLA IN RETROSPECT
* Getting Here * Making It Here * Surviving Here
Experience life in the past from a panel of local experts; Come prepared to participate! Refreshments served. No cost to attend. Donations welcome.
CURRITUCK HERITAGE PARK IS LOCATED PAST MILEPOST 11 ON RT. 12 N. IN COROLLA, NC.
ALL SEMINARS WILL BE HELD IN THE OUTER BANKS CENTER FOR WILDLIFE EDUCATION.
Reservations Required. Please call 252-453-9040 ext 3.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009 9:30 am
MAKING IT HERE
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Local Recipes
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Living off the Land
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Historical Traditions
Tuesday, January 12, 2010 9:30 am
SURVIVING HERE
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Storm Stories
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Passing the Time
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Seasonal Skills
Tuesday, February 9, 2010 9:30 am
GETTING HERE
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Boats
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Carts
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Automobiles
Co-Sponsored by the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education, the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, and The Whalehead Club at Currituck Heritage Park. Each facility will be open for Tours.
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