Brian Toth won the Margara Pro in another edition of tubular bombs

The waves were epic again for the second edition of the new era of the tournament


Puerto Rican local Brian Toth won the second edition of this new era of the Margara Pro presented by Vans and Tres Palmas last Friday and made sure the trophy stayed at home. On a day of epic conditions, the goofy footer found the best tubes and didn't hesitate to go out successfully, one after the other.

In the grand final, 100% Puerto Rican, Rolando Montes placed second, Mauro Díaz third and Ricardo Lucke fourth. Among some of the notable visitors were former CT Chris Ward and skimboarder Brad Domke who put fins on his board, at least during the tournament, and placed seventh.

Then, without keels, he went down some waves which he completed successfully.

Conditions were once again a different story, 10 to 12 solid feet of face, organizers said, all that energy barreling left and right on one of the best waves in Hawaii's Atlantic.

“Thanks to the Municipality of Arecibo, the state and municipal DRD, Corkcicle, Costa Sunglasses, La X 100.7fm, La Regata, PRO, Vista Graphic, Café Tresbe and BBo Presentation for the live broadcast and to many sports heroes such as Natasha Sagardia, Joey Carrión, Werner Vega in the scoring system, we had a Dream Team,” commented Rubén Gómez, organizer of the activity.

Christian Rivera, who was a finalist last year, did not make it into the top eight this year but he did ride the best tube of the event... Many would take that prize alone. All photos and videos: Margara Challenge/Ardiel Jiménez
The good thing about these events with waves like the Margara Classic is that you can lose but you go home with a full stomach. Jorge Padrón was not among the best but he took home this gem.
When Puerto Ricans say it was solid and heavy, they are not exaggerating.

Final results
1- Brian Toth – US$ 2500
2- Rolando Montes – US$ 1100
3- Mauro Diaz – US$ 500
4- Ricardo Lucke US$ 400
5- Tommy Bursian US$ 150
5- Carlos Cabrero US$ 150
7- Brad Domke US$ 100
7- Ale Moreda US$ 100

Best tube: Christian Rivera US$ 250
Best Judge: Dale Pigford
Best performance: Mauro Díaz US$ 250
Best maneuver: Ricardo Lucke US$ 250

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