In what can only be described as perfect 4'-6' J-Bay, Ryan Payne outpointed Warren Dean in a dramatic and incredibly close final of the inaugural Xcel Supertubes Showdown...

Sixteen invitees representing generations of local J-Bay surfers have been announced for the inaugural Xcel Supertubes Showdown, with the waiting period kicking off today.

As witnessed by Jordy Smith’s semifinal finish at the Billabong Pro J-Bay a couple years ago, South African wildcards can be as as dangerous as a night out in Johannesburg slum!