Quiksilver Pro Contest On, Festival Off

Despite Hurricane Irene's best efforts, the contest will go on for the Quiksilver Pro in Long Beach, NY. Organizers announced that the surfing competition will be held from September 4th-September 15th. However, Irene hit Long Beach hard which have forced the Quiksilver Pro to cancel the festival and concerts that were part of the event.

Here is part of the statement we received from the Quiksilver Pro.

The situation has been changing daily, and we recognize that City resources are focused on hurricane restoration and clean up as first priority.  In that context, we have been informed by the City that the festival and music components of the event are no longer achievable.

The Quiksilver Pro NY is first and foremost about the surf contest and Long Beach has an incredible surfing tradition and spirit.  We are committed to holding the ASP tour event at Long Beach so that together we can promote the sport by bringing together the best surfers in the world to this terrific community.

For more info on the event visit: http://quiksilverpro.com/