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    RIP CURL SUNSET OPEN 2022 SURF COMPETITION

    RIP CURL SUNSET OPEN 2022 SURF COMPETITION

    RIP CURL SUNSET OPEN 2022 SURF COMPETITION

    

    The tradition of the Sunset Open began in 2010. A surfing event held once a year with 3 reasons in mind:

     

    1. To showcase local Emirati and expatriate surfing talent from the region.
    2. To bring together the world class ocean and beach communities in the UAE.
    3. To celebrate the sport of surfing (in multiple forms of wave riding) and bring more awareness to the beaches and ocean environment of the UAE.

     

    It has always been held during the UAE’s most wave rich calendar months of February to March with a 5 week waiting period to give us the chance of picking the best weekend of swell in that time frame.  Falling in the back half of the winter seasons also allows surfers to have the first portion of winter to shake off summer cobwebs and refine their surfing.

     

    The very first Sunset Open was unsurprisingly held on Dubai’s Sunset Beach. Half a dozen picnic gazebos, a dozen outdoor garden chairs and 20 community volunteers helped put on the events first iteration and instantly became a calendar highlight of the year. It is an event that embodies the spirit of the UAE’s surf culture. Fun waves, good vibes, a close community of familiar faces and a stoke for riding waves on par with the most revered surfing hubs around the globe.

     

    The event has grown leaps and bounds in its national support, production and participation since 2010 (now 100+ competitors across all divisions), and we look forward to its inaugural hosting at the Umm Al Quwain Kite Beach Centre this year in 2022.

    A bit of nostalgia below, showing the first ever permit to run the competition back in 2010. 

    DETAILS

    Waiting Period: March 5 - April 3, 2022

    • Surf House Dubai will be announcing the weekend, 3-5 days before, where the best forecast of swell would be suitable to run the contest. 
    • Competition will be 2 days, Saturday and Sunday.

    Location: Kite Beach Center Umm Al Quwain

    • Though in the past, we've done the contest at the surf spots in Dubai, we are now partnering with KBC to bring you a more organic and relaxed vibe with their venue ambience and of course tried and tested real quality waves.

    Divisions: 7 Divisions

    • Men's Shortboard
    • Women's Shortboard
    • Men's Longboard
    • Women's Longboard
    • Groms Division (12-16 years old)
    • Supergroms Division (7-11 years old)
    • SUPsurf 

    REGISTRATION

    Registration is now open for competitors and spectators. Kindly see links below as competitors and spectators have different ways of registering:

    Competitors - those who will be joining the competition will have to register with the below link. Registration includes your slot in the initial heats drawn, goody bag from sponsors, event t-shirt, entrance to venue and food & beverage for each day that they will be in Kite Beach Center UAQ.

    Link for Competitors*

    Spectators - those who will be coming as a spectator will have to register in advance as entrance slots are limited to a maximum of 300 pax. For registration and more information click the link below.

    Link for Spectators

     *Deadline for Registration will be on 2nd March 2022

    This event could not have happened without the support of Rip Curl Middle East, Breitling Middle East, RVCA, Skullcandy, Oakley, Hydro Flask, Threefold Foundation, Loud Mood, Mikoko Umm Al Quwain, Rokpool, Sunkiss Skin Care UAE, Carver Middle East, Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi (Lohis Maldives), Badawii Swimwear, Ohoy Swimwear, Omasi Beach and ZSI Corp.

    Many thanks to our partners and venue sponsor Kite Beach Center UAQ. 

    None of our efforts would come to fruition if it wasn't for the Surf Community in the UAE that has exponentially grown throughout the years ever since we started Surf House Dubai, to all of you, our sincerest appreciation and thanks. See you in the water!!!

     

     

    Salalah Coastal Expedition

    Salalah Coastal Expedition

    Over a decade ago, No Boundaries Oman set up chartering a single centre console and small fishing lodge in a sleepy fishing village called Ash Shuwaymiah. 50km offshore lay the magical Hallaniyat Islands, already with an underground reputation for insanely huge Giant Trevally. From this loaction they immersed themselves in adventure and have pioneered many different parts of the fishery both on and offshore. 

    Spend a full week offshore exploring Southern Oman with No Boundaries aboard their custom built luxury Mothership 'Notus Temptress'. Guests will board in Salalah and head along the coast towards the Hallaniyat Islands, an archipelago of 5 Islands that is home to some incredible marine life and amazing backdrops. We may even score some waves pending swell reports closer to departure but either way guests can expect an adventure filled week Fishing, Stand Up Paddle boarding over amazing reefs, Free diving, Walking virgin beaches, Whale & Dolphin watching and more.
    Each berth (room) sleeps 3 guests and all are en-suite. Our crew consists of Captain, first mate, chef, deck hands, certified guides and hosts. This is an all inclusive trip once you board in Salalah and includes 7 nights aboard Notus Temptress, 3 x 34ft centre consoles to explore on every day (6 full days), SUP use and all F&B. 
    Oman Air & Fly Dubai both offer direct flights or via Muscat or another option is the drive through the Al Ain border to Salalah. Its a long drive but pretty epic if you have never experienced it. 
    Dates are 24th February to March 3rd, 2022. Surf House Dubai as partners gives it's clients a 40% discount on the usual rate, payment can be made by clicking here.
    More information about the boat Notus Temptress: https://www.noboundariesoman.com/notus-temptress

    SURF TRIP: An Exclusive Wave at Lohis Maldives with Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi

    SURF TRIP: An Exclusive Wave at Lohis Maldives with Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi
    Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi is one of the best surf holiday resorts having what is considered to be one of the top 5 surf spots in the Maldives, with a perfect left breaking down one side of the island and six other world-class waves just a short boat ride away making it the ideal location for Maldives water sports activities! 

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    SURF TRIP: Maldives Local Island Thulusdhoo with Ocean Breeze Guest House

    SURF TRIP: Maldives Local Island Thulusdhoo with Ocean Breeze Guest House
    Ocean Breeze Maldives was born in a warm and tropical environment on the island of Thulusdhoo in the Maldives. Designed in great detail by a former flight attendant, an innate traveler who has accumulated experiences in more than 50 countries for 10 years and being a lover of water sports, different cultures and good food, she found a place in paradise to host an audience totally international. 

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    Surf House Dubai x Blue Horizon Maldives

    Surf House Dubai x Blue Horizon Maldives

    Looking for that next epic vacation with crystal clear waters, world class waves and a connection with nature & beautiful marine life? Well, look no further as Surf House Dubai brings you to the Maldives!

    We're partnering with Blue Horizon Maldives to give you that well deserved vacation you need, with a 7-night stay on a Liveaboard that will bring you to all the right places. 

    Join in for a surf trip that's for the books and that will take your mind off from all the uncertainty of the world today. 

    For more information, the nitty gritty and prices for booking, click HERE.

    Horizon 2 Surf Liveaboard (M/Y)

    Horizon-2 is a 6 guest cabin yacht catering mainly to surfers who like to surf away from the crowded areas near Male’ airport.

    Comfort and Agile Yacht, Ideal for Great Adventures!

    Horizon-2 operates in South Maldives from Feb to Oct (surf season) with domestic flights. (Besides surfing, we can do cruising and yoga trips as well).

    Horizon-2 is a value for money. Boat maintains 10 persons on open boat and 12 persons on private charters with good food ( set varied meals of Western and Asian cuisine ), free flow of unlimited water, coffee and tea and a great ambiance on the boat.

    The surf dhoni tender has a surf rack and provides surf from morning sunrise to sunset with a local guide to support you in the water.

    Snorkelling gear and fishing local style available for free. And a buffet or BBQ every trip. More than 65% are repeaters.