ANYWHERE. ANYTIME. ANYONE.
A NOW NOW MEDIA EVENT PRESENTED BY MONSTER ENERGY
IN ASSOCIATION WITH OCEAN & EARTH
WHAT IS THE
SHOOTOUT
A limited series of events* held at the best waves in the world, where we hail the standout surfers during an epic swell.
It doesn’t matter if you’re a pro, underground local or travelling tube hound - if you’re there, you’re in the running.
HOW IT WORKS
It’s simple: we follow a handful of swells to some of the finest, most fearsome waves on the planet*. We document the action and share the highlights and beatdowns as they unfold. At the end of each swell, the standout surfers will be awarded $US10 000 courtesy of Monster Energy, decided by a peer vote and ShootOut organisers on the ground, followed by a full wrap celebrating the iconic session.
(*We plan to do a maximum of three swell strikes from 2024 into early 2025)
WHERE IS THE
SHOOTOUT
WHEN &
The ShootOut can happen any time, any where, but the waves we’re looking at aren’t the usual suspects when it comes to surf contests. We’ve got our eye on a few choice locations across the globe, from Indonesia to Mexico, Namibia and the South Pacific. But that’s the beauty of the ShootOut – the ocean is our oyster, and anywhere a special swell makes landfall is fair game.*
We’ll be announcing the event as we go live on the day, so follow us on instagram and subscribe to our YouTube channel to make sure you don't miss any of the action.
A QUICK DISCLAIMER
We’re not into blowing up low-key or secret spots. The waves we're targeting are famous and attract the world’s best barrel riders whenever they light up, or have a crew of dedicated locals on hand 24/7.
(*We plan to do a maximum of three swell strikes from 2024 into early 2025)
WHO CAN SURF THE
SHOOTOUT
Underground local, core lord, pro surfer or working class hero – anyone is eligible for the ShootOut. But we're not handing out invites – if you’re there, you’re there.
Otherwise, come along for the ride by following us on instagram and subscribe to our YouTube channel, where you can watch all the highlights and beatdowns as the swell unfolds, followed by the the full wrap video celebrating the iconic session once the dust has settled.
WHAT ARE
THE PRIZES
STANDOUT OF THE SWELL
US$5 000
This can be awarded for a single standout wave, or the surfer who was the standout of the swell. The winner will be decided by a peer vote and ShootOut organisers on the ground.
LOCAL HERO
US$3 000
This can be awarded for a single standout wave, or the local surfer who was the standout of the swell. The winner will be decided by a peer vote and and ShootOut organisers on the ground. If the Standout of the Swell is a local surfer, this prize will be awarded to the next best local standout.
MONSTER MOMENT
US$2 000
This can be awarded to the person who sent it the hardest but came off second best; or any other standout moment from the swell, decided by a peer vote and and ShootOut organisers on the ground.
*Anybody blatantly burning fellow surfers or being a hazard will automatically be disqualified from contention.
GET IN TOUCH
WITH US
Contact us directly if you want to get in touch, or want access to complimentary media. Or drop us a line to find out how you can get involved in the ShootOut.
Follow us on on instagram and subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay tuned to the ShootOut and make sure you never miss a moment.