The FCS Manufactures Cup runs in conjunction with the Jim Beam Surftag Series and provides a national competition for surfboard manufacturers to compete against each other. The competition ultimately determines who is Australia’s No.1 board maker. The top three teams from the QLD & NSW state qualifying events, and the winning teams from the VIC & WA state qualifying events, progress through to the National final which is held annually at North Narrabeen, on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
Unlike other conventional surfing competitions, the series uses a tag team format. Each company submits a team consisting of four surfers, two staff members and two team riders of their choice. Heat duration is 45 minutes and each surfer in the team must catch three waves then return to the beach and tag the next surfer. Bonus points are awarded to the final surfer if they return to the tag area before the time runs out.
The FCS Manufacturers Cup gives Aussie board makers the opportunity to win over $3000 in cash and prizes, claim bragging rights and ultimately be crowned the champions of the surfing industry.
The FCS Manufacturers Cup is proudly supported by Jim Beam, Tracks and Swellnet.