The longest-running single-fin longboard event in Australia, now in its 44th year, will return to Wategos Beach on April 25 and 26 – and entries are now open.
The Byron Bay Malibu Classic is aiming to be bigger and better than ever, says co-organiser, Jy Pendergast.
‘It attracts over 150 competitors from all over the globe, together with their families and a large number of spectators’, he says.
Raises funds
‘Run by volunteers from Byron Bay Malibu Club, the Classic was set up to help raise funds for a range of local charities and causes, featuring barbecues and an evening closing event at the Byron Bay Bowling Club with heaps of giveaways.
‘All club profits go directly to these organisations and we have donated well in excess of $300,000 to local organisations and charities in the last 40 years.
‘2024 alone saw $18,000 being divided amongst some incredible causes and projects’, says Jy. To enter, visit www.byronbaymalibuclub.org/the-classic.
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