Clutch, fuelled by Monster Energy and presented by VANS, is an exciting online campaign celebrating progressive, high-performance surfing.

Check out the website for more details: Clutch!

The first entry goes to Chad Du Toit at North Beach. One of the most impressive entries so far comes from Indie Malherbe, surfing in the Mentawais.

If you have something to submit, send your surfing clips to Zigzag! Entry details are provided at the bottom of this release.

The Judges

• Monster Energy
• Zigzag
• VANS
• Public votes

The Prizes

Podium Grand Prize

• The Surfer: R25,000 and a spot on a mystery international editorial surf trip in 2025 with the Monster team and Zag crew.
• The Videographer: R12,500.

Monthly Prizes

• The Surfer: R5,000, a case of Monster Energy, and entry into the final for a shot at the Grand Prize.
• The Videographer: R3,000, a pair of Raen sunglasses, Vans Crosspath shoes, a Crosspath PO hoodie, a case of Monster Energy, and entry into the final for the videography grand prize.

Local Hero Prizes

• Local Hero Surfer: A brand new Xcel All Weather Jacket, a custom Lost surfboard, Vans Brain Storms Study Ls Tee, Service Cargo Loose Tapered Pant, Theo Windbreaker, and a case of Monster Energy.
• Local Hero Videographer: A Nixon watch, Vans Trail Boxy Tee, Crosspath Legging, Off The Trail Low 5 Panel hat, and a case of Monster Energy.

How to Enter

To submit your videos, send the raw footage to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. via WeTransfer.com.

Make sure to include:

• Name of the surfer
• Name of the videographer
• Date surfed
• Location/region

Public voting will be open for the last three days of each round.

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