2016 Pacific Paddle Games Registration OPEN!

CARLSBAD, Calif., June 27, 2016 – Registration for the 2016 Pacific Paddle Games presented by Salt Life is officially open at http://ppg.supthemag.com/registration!

SUP magazine’s Pacific Paddle Games presented by Salt Life will be held at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, California, September 30 through October 2, 2016. The weekend will feature Technical and Distance races (in both Pro and Open divisions), including Pro Junior and Youth categories, Prone divisions, the West Marine Demo Zone, Clinics and much more, including the largest prize purse in paddle sports history at $60,000!

There are two divisions for races: Open (age group) and Pro (Elite). Open divisions are for athletes who compete at a non-professional level. If you are in a Pro division you cannot enter an Open division or any other. If you are in an Open division you cannot enter the Pro division.

Board classes are 14’ and under for the Pro Men and 12’6” for the Pro Women. Pro racers must compete in both the Technical and Distance races to compete for the biggest prize purse in SUP history.

PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE ALL 2016 REGISTRATION DEADLINES AS PART OF OUR EFFORT TO ACCOMMODATE ALL #PPG2016 COMPETITORS AND DELIVER THE BEST COMPETITION EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE.

PRO PADDLERS MUST REGISTER BEFORE 3 P.M. ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2016. OPEN PADDLERS MUST REGISTER BEFORE 3 PM ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2016. THERE WILL BE NO RACE-DAY REGISTRATION!!!

IF A DIVISION DOES NOT HAVE AT LEAST 5 COMPETITORS REGISTERED TO COMPETE, THE DIVISION WILL MERGE WITH THE NEXT APPROPRIATE AGE CLASS.

Stay tuned to SUPthemag.com for the latest information on courses, prizes, registration and more. #PPG2016

The Pacific Paddle Games is a World Paddle Association sanctioned event and the finale for the Salt Life Cup and WPA National race series.  The Salt Life Cup awards through the year at the designated races and course(s) in Men’s SUP 14’ and Women’s SUP 12’6 with the Pacific Paddle Games being worth quadruple points (4,000 to first place in the Surf Race).  The top three point’s leaders at the end of the season will receive bonus money and crowned the 2016 Salt Life Cup Champions.  To qualify for the Salt Life Cup bonus money, competitors must compete in a minimum of three designated Salt Life Cup races during the 2016 season and the season finale, Pacific Paddle Games on October 1 & 2, 2016 at Doheny State Beach, CA.  For more information on standings and races, go to www.worldpaddleassociation.com

For questions, contact: info@pacificpaddlegames.com

The 2016 Pacific Paddle Games wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our sponsors and partners. Big thanks to Salt Life, West Marine, GoPro, Nexen Tire, and California State Parks.

ABOUT SALT LIFE

Salt Life is an authentic, aspirational and lifestyle brand that embraces those who love the ocean and everything associated with living the “Salt Life”. Founded in 2003 by four avid watermen from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, the Salt Life brand has widespread appeal with ocean enthusiasts worldwide. From fishing, diving and surfing, to beach fun and sun-soaked relaxation, the Salt Life brand says, “I live the Salt Life”. From its first merchandise offerings in 2006, Salt Life has grown to more than $30 million in annual sales, with distribution in surf shops, specialty stores, department stores and sporting goods retailers.

Salt Life, LLC is operated as an operating subsidiary of Delta Apparel, Inc., where it has been managed since 2011. The flagship Salt Life retail store, which opened in Jacksonville Beach, Florida in 2012, serves as a vision for retail customers to see product placements they can utilize in their stores and across multiple platforms. Salt Life’s corporate office is located in Columbus, GA and their distribution center was recently relocated to Fayetteville, NC. Numerous professional athletes and sportsmen have an alliance with the brand in cross-marketing partnerships. saltlife.com/athletes/

ABOUT SUP MAGAZINE
SUP magazine is part of The Enthusiast Network (TEN) and is the leading multi-media publication in the standup paddling world. With a progressive, approachable style, SUP strives to push readers off the couch and onto the water. By blending engaging print and destination features, gear coverage and in-depth instructional pieces with in-house video and event write-ups on SUPthemag.com, SUP magazine is enhancing your view of the sport, all while getting you into the game. For more information, please visit SUPthemag.com.

About TEN: The Enthusiast Network

TEN: The Enthusiast Network is the world’s premier trans-media network of enthusiast brands, such as MOTOR TREND, AUTOMOBILE, HOT ROD, SURFER, TRANSWORLD SKATEBOARDING, and GRINDTV. With more than 60 websites, 50 publications, 50 annual events, the Motor Trend OnDemand subscription video-on-demand service, as well as the world’s largest automotive and action/adventure sports media platforms, TEN inspires enthusiasts to pursue their passions. For more information, visit enthusiastnetwork.com.

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310-295-1189

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