They have our favorite surfers that they come out to see in real life. When they hear the names of their favorites announced, they get excited and cheer them on. Their energy and enthusiasm for the surfing give the athletes that extra motivation to do their best. It's amazing to go to the events and be that up close to the world's most talented surfers.
Huntington Beach comes alive and are packed with beachgoers who are show up for the sun and surf. The Vans US Open of Surfing is an event to be enjoyed by oneself or with friends and family. The surfers put on a show as they compete for points and prize money. Most of them want to qualify for the CT or trying to maintain their positions on CT. Striving and living out their dream, they are inspirational.
They wear Thrasher black t-shirts, hats, and skater shoes. They skate around with speed and control. They throw their body up and hopefully land gracefully inside the bowl to continue on.
The music is blasting and fans sit on the bleachers watching the skaters' every move. It's demo all week, and competition happens over the weekend. Between the surfing and skateboarding, there's not a dull moment.