Event Spotlight  •  By The Dudes at LiveTheGnar

Surfercross 2026 — August 10 & 11. Pala / Trail 6. Official Event Flyer.

Surfercross was created in 1999 by Jeremy Albrecht — a factory race mechanic who worked with AMA champions like Jeff Emig and James Stewart. The concept is straightforward and brilliant: two-person teams compete in motocross on Day 1, then the same teams compete in surfing on Day 2. Combined scores across both days determine the winner.

Teams are drawn at random — you don’t pick your partner. That’s part of what makes Surfercross special. A pro motocrosser gets paired with a pro surfer and they figure out how to win across two completely different sports. The moto day runs at Fox Raceway in Pala. The surf day runs at Trail 6 in Southern California.

Surfercross draws pro motocrossers, pro surfers, and an industry class for the “desk jockeys” of the moto world. Past participants have included Mike Metzger, Tyler Bereman, Jeff Matiasevich, and Brandon Ray on the moto side alongside legitimate competitive surfers. The industry class is where the rest of us get a shot.

The moto format runs two motos with teammates alternating laps. Day 2 runs a standard surf heat format. The team with the best combined score across both days takes the title.

Registration opens ahead of the event and fills quickly across all classes. Teams are randomly assigned on race day — you sign up as an individual, not with a partner. If you ride and surf, or just ride, keep an eye on Surfercross socials for registration to open. First-timers are welcome.

Follow @surfercross on Instagram and check the Surfercross Facebook page for registration details and event updates.