Best Wave Award
Team Rama
Chris De Aboitiz and his talented pups Rama and Millie were crowned the winners of the 2016 Best Wave Award thanks to their incredible “Backpack” move and standout performance.
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Surfing Dog Spectacular
The 2016 VetShopAustralia Surfing Dog Spectacular delivered packed shorelines, huge crowds and unforgettable moments as hydro-hounds battled for the Best Wave title.
Packed
Shoreline Crowd
Epic
Wave Conditions
Big
Crowd Energy
Noosa
First Point
Watch the Action
Catch the backpack move, tandem rides and unforgettable moments from the 2016 Surfing Dog Spectacular.
The 2016 VetShopAustralia Surfing Dog Spectacular brought huge crowds to the shoreline as spectators watched the hydro-hounds battle it out for the Best Wave title.
Team Pepper got off to a strong start, while Chris De Aboitiz and Team Rama wowed the crowd with their famous “Backpack” move, instantly turning the competition up a level.
Teams including Indi, Anna, Murph, Hugsley, Timba, Lani and Kevin all showed off their own unique styles, while a mid-wave board switch between Team Rama and Team Patches had the crowd erupting.
The winning team from the 2016 Surfing Dog Spectacular.
Best Wave Award
Chris De Aboitiz and his talented pups Rama and Millie were crowned the winners of the 2016 Best Wave Award thanks to their incredible “Backpack” move and standout performance.
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