After four thrilling Gromsearch series competitions in Lombok, Java, Bali, and Sumatra, the prestigious Gromsearch Series Juggernaut continues on to the perfect surf of Lakey Peak, Sumbawa for the conclusion of the series, the National finals and the crowning of the 2016 Gromsearch National Champion.

In what is sure to be the most high voltage surfing of the series so far, Friday, November 4th, the Peak will be reserved for the GromSearch #5 as competitors in this years close race get one last shot at a spot in the National Finals.

Dawn the next day, Saturday the 5th, will then kick off the National Finals weekend in the best waves Sumbawa has to offer, with the Grand National Finals on Sunday.

“We feel honored to be returning to Lakey Peak for our series #5 and our National finals”, says Rip Curl Marketing Manager SEA James Hendy, “Lakey Peak holds a special place in our hearts and the waves are so perfect that it allows the Gromsearch to live up to its name as an inspiration to Indonesia’s best young surfers. The surfing is always insane”.

In cooperation with the Lakey Peak Boardriders Club, this upcoming finale to the Gromsearch series will be held at yet another ideal venue for both competitors and spectators to witness the hottest under 16 surfing in Indonesia.

This year’s GromSearch series will continue its legacy of giving any under 16 Indonesian surfer their shot at the big time. With the winner of the National Finals automatically being seeded into the International Grand Finals to be held at a secret location somewhere on the globe. Real surf, real contests, real winners and a fantastic grand prize that could lead to international recognition and help launch an international professional surfing career.

Here’s how it works: The winners of each regional competition are invited to the Indonesian National Final. The winners of the Indonesian National Final are then flown to the international Grand finals where they will face the hottest under 16 surfers from around the globe. Win the International Grand Finals and you are well on your way to sponsorship and a pro career. Past locations for the International Grand finals include the USA, Australia, Brazil, Europe, Hawaii, South America and New Zealand.

Inspiring to all new contestants, past winners read like an honor roll of some of the World’s best pro’s, including – Owen Wright, Matt Wilkinson, Jordy Smith and six time World Champion Stephanie Gilmore.

“More than just a comp” Says Hendy, “The GromSearch brings the most talented young surfers in Indonesia together in an exciting, safe and friendly environment that promotes sportsmanship, environmental awareness, cultural exchange and top shelf  performances. Something the Competitors, the parents and Rip Curl can be very proud of”.The Rip Curl GromSearch remains a worldwide series of events designed especially for young surfers or, to use the Australian term, Groms. Since its inception, The Gromsearch has always been the premiere series of global events that gives young surfers the center stage and a chance to show the world what they’ve got. And with three divisions, under 16yrs, under 14yrs and under 12yrs for both boys and girls, there are plenty of chances to do just that.Remember, to be competition eligible in the next two comps, you must be the specified age as of the 31st December, 2016. All divisions are limited, with entry allocated on a first in, first served basis. Participants may also enter both remaining qualifying events, giving young surfers the maximum opportunity for competitive success.

The Rip Curl GromSearch remains a worldwide series of events designed especially for young surfers or, to use the Australian term, Groms. Since its inception, The Gromsearch has always been the premiere series of global events that gives young surfers the center stage and a chance to show the world what they’ve got. And with three divisions, under 16yrs, under 14yrs and under 12yrs for both boys and girls, there are plenty of chances to do just that.

Remember, to be competition eligible in the next two comps, you must be the specified age as of the 31st December, 2016. All divisions are limited, with entry allocated on a first in, first served basis. Participants may also enter both remaining qualifying events, giving young surfers the maximum opportunity for competitive success.

So look for all the action at Lakey Peak in November on these locations later this year:

Rip Curl GromSearch  2016  Locations:

EVENT 5 – Lakey Peak, Sumbawa, November 4th,
National Final – Lakey Peak, Sumbawa, November 5th-6th

REGIONS FINALIST :

BOYS DIVISION
OGOH ANWAR         (Lombok)
AMIR HAMZAH         (Lombok)
AAN PRIHANDOYO         (Java)
RIKY FAUZI                 (Java)
KETUT AGUS                 (Bali)
RAJU SENA                 (Bali)
RIKARDO ASEP         (Sumatera)
Finalist ??                 (Sumbawa)
Finalist ??                 (Sumbawa)

GIRLS DIVISION
TAINA IZQUIERDO         (Bali)
CINTA HANZEL         (Bali)
DHEA NATASHA         (Bali)
KAILANI JOHNSON         (Bali)
Finalist ??                 (Sumbawa)
Finalist ??                 (Sumbawa)

Rip Curl GromSearch 2016 series Lakey Peak, Sumbawa & National Final is sanctioned by: Asian Surfing Championship

Sponsored by: AGILITY Global International Logistic, XPS Link and Zombie Wax.

Supported by: GUS, LAKEY PEAK Dompu Sumbawa Surfing Club, White Monkey Surf Shop, The Wreck Bar & Restaurant And full support by Dompu – Sumbawa, Nusa Tenggara Barat Tourism Board (Dinas Kebudayaan & Pariwisata Kabupaten Dompu- Sumbawa, Nusa Tenggara Barat)

and media partners: Surftime Magazine, Bali Belly &  Indosurflife.com

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