Peru awaits two great events

The Billabong Pico Alto Invitational & the Quiksilver Pro La Herradura

Two of the most important and traditional Peruvian events began their waiting period for good waves;  The Billabong Invitational will be held at Pico Alto, and La Herradura Beach will hold the Quiksilver Pro.

Both waves are two of the most classic and perfect waves in Latin America.  Pico Alto is well known for its enormous waves, that can reach easily 25 Hawaiian feet, and La Herradura is famous for its tubular and large left-breaking waves.

Twenty-four guests will be participating at the Billabong event, of which two Chileans and two Brazilians.  The waiting period goes from the 1^st May to the 30^th June.

On the other hand, the Quiksilver event is open and has a waiting period that goes from May 1 to June 31^st.  Last year’s winner was the talented local surfer, Gabriel Villaran.

At the Billabong Pico Alto Invitational gallery of champions we find:

2006: José Gómez

2005: Not carried out

2004: Magoo de la Rosa Toro

2003: José Gómez

It is a time of great southern swells for Peru.  Both events can start at any time now.  Last year, for example, both championships were run on the same day, soon after the Peruvian coast was hit by a large swell.

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