Back to the 60's

DLSA 2008 Back to the 60’s Contest Results

Doheny Longboard Surfing Association holds it’s annual

“Back to the 60’s” Surf Classic

The grand tradition of longboarding came back to life for a brief moment Saturday, June 7^th, 2008 as the Doheny Longboard Surfing Association (DLSA) held its annual Back to the 60’s contest at Doheny State Park.

This year’s program was a fond look back at surfing history. Contestants were required to ride boards made before 1970 with no leashes allowed. It was a great opportunity to see old-school surfing, a skillful style born of the 1960’s era where big, heavy boards ruled the day. An interesting side note was seeing surfers who rode back in the 60’s competing with younger surfers who’s only recollection of the style are photos from magazines or old films. The daylong event showcased an exciting range of classic hang-tens, drop-knee cutbacks, Tandem Team competitions coupled with spectacular wipeouts and assorted odd maneuvers that defy any type of naming convention.

This year’s contest featured surfboards from local Dana Point shaped Hobie’s to those built by Bob Bolen of the Greek label out of Huntington Beach. The event was not only a classic surfboard competition but also a fun way to circle back in time as many contestants wore traditional surf clothes from the 60’s.

Moving about the beach afforded a great opportunity to see many old boards up close. Some were in excellent condition while others had obviously seen better days. A great collection of 60’s style surfboards boards and surf gear can also be seen at the San Clemente based Surfing Heritage Foundation. Directions to the Foundation can be found at their website at www.surfingheritage.org.

This year's contest conditions were tough with an onshore breeze and extreme tide changes at Doheny’s infamous Rivermouth area. The 70-degree weather however made up for the hard to surf conditions and everyone involved enjoyed the sunshine and a post event awards dinner ceremony.

The Doheny Longboard Surfing Association is an organization comprised of individuals dedicated to the enjoyment of board surfing in a clean and natural environment. In relation to that philosophy, the DLSA will act as a support group to other organizations with similar views and objectives.

PR contact: Denny Michael at DLSA10@hotmail.com

Young Guns – Ride Your Own

1. Eli Gillis – San Clemente
2. Perry Rohr – San Clemente
3. Dean Michael – Dana Point
4. Noah Cordoza – Dana Point
5. Grant Huntington – Dana Point

Men 49 & Under – Ride Your Own

1. Ryan Reynolds – Dana Point
2. Josh Rapozo – Laguna Niguel
3. Doug Smith – San Juan Capistrano
4. Jeff Parsons -
5. Jim DuCharme – Foothill Ranch
6. Clay Huntington – Dana Point

Open Women – Ride Your Own

1. Cheryl MacGregor – Dana Point
2. Katie Calkins –Mission Viejo
3. Lauren Ngan – Dana Point
4. Rachael Calkins – San Clemente
5. Hallie Rohr – San Clemente
6. Jeanette Francis – San Clemente

Men 50 & Over – Ride Your Own

1. Bobby Knox – Fountain Valley
2. Mark Calkins – Mission Viejo
3. Steve Stirrett – San Juan Capistrano
4. Ed McMillen – Dana Point
5. Chuck McElvain – Fullerton
6. Jack Sutter – Dana Point

49 & Under – Pick A Stick

1. Ryan Reynolds – Dana Point

2. Hallie Rohr – San Clemente

3. Doug Smith – San Juan Capistrano

4. Andy Nieblas – Capistrano Beach

5. Jim DuCharme – Foothill Ranch

6. Perry Rohr – San Clemente

50 & Over – Pick A Stick

1. Mark Calkins – Mission Viejo

2. Katie Calkins – Mission Viejo

3. John Arvidson – Mont Clair

4. Ed McMillen – Dana Point

5. Denny Michael – Dana Point

6. John Upp – Dana Point

Tandem - Pick A Chick/Grab A Guy

1. Ryan Reynolds/Debbie Gale (Dana Point/San Clemente)
2. Mark Gale/Cassandra Ontiveros (San Clemente/San Juan Capistrano)
3. Travis Long/Jennifer Jacquez (San Diego/Dana Point)
4. Clay Huntington/Hallie Rohr (Dana Point/San Clemente)
5. Landon Yacobucci/Kristen Huntington (San Clemente/Dana Point)
6. Matt Kolodziejczyk/Jessica Gale (Valencia/San Clemente)
7. Brett Reinieg/Emilee Sutton (San Clemente/Laguna Niguel)
8. John Upp/Tina (Dana Point/Dana Point)

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