It seems as if these non-sanctioned, grassroots, highly personal events have become a favorite, especially on the East Coast, in recent years. Think Florida's Quiksilver King of the Peak, NJ's Smith Optics Garden State Grudge Match, and now the Battle of the Banks. This one is sponsored by WRV, which really grew out of Virginia. But Virginia surfing is forever tied to the Outer Banks. Virginia surfers head down to the more exposed breaks in North Carolina for barrels, and Outer Banks surfers ha ...

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