Here’s a way to make some cash while you surf.

Arnette is bringing their Cash Pot Surf Series to Newport Beach on March 3, stopping in at Blackies for their second in an eight-stop series that showcases regional talent and dishes out cash to competitors.

It’s the second year for the event, which will be stopping in at Seaside Reef in San Diego this Sunday if you want to check out what it’s all about. Other stops after Newport include: Ventura, New Jersey, Hawaii, Florida and North Carolina.

It’s first-come, first serve sign ups – so get there early before 6:30 a.m. to make sure you nab a spot. There’s two different divisions – Pro-Am and 16 & Under – with $3,000 in cash up-for-grabs at each event.

Arnette is doing things a bit different with the Cash Post Surf Series. Not only do top finishers take home some dough, but people will get paid for stoking out the crowd with a sick trick or big air.

Brent Reilly at last year's event. Photo courtesy of Arnette

Here’s a bit more about the event:

“The Cash Pot Surf Series went off great last year and I’m stoked we’re able to do it again. We’ve added a new stop in Ventura and with the help of our new media partner, Transworld SURF, we’re able to bump the prize money up to $3,000 per event,” commented Brent Bearden, Arnette Team & Events Manager. “You don’t have to make it to the finals to go home with cash. We’ve got money and prizes set aside for heat winners and the guys that simply just rip it up out there. I can’t wait to see this go off again.”

At each contest, ASP judging criteria and interference rules will be in full effect. The first place finisher in the 16 & Under division will receive $250, the winner of the Pro-Am division brings home $500 and additional prize will be going to heat winners and surfers who otherwise impress the judges.

2012 Arnette Cash Post Surf Series dates and locations include:
* 2/26 – Seaside Reef, San Diego, CA
* 3/03 – Blackies, Newport Beach, CA
* 3/17 – Ventura, Los Angeles, CA
* 4/21-22 (two day waiting period) – Casino Pier, Seaside Heights, NJ
* 7/08 – Kewalo Basin, Honolulu, HI
* 7/14 – Steamer Lane, Santa Cruz, CA
* 8/13 – Ponce Inlet, FL
* 8/17 –Outerbanks, NC

Here’s a bit about Arnette:

Established in 1992 in the humble surroundings of a one-car garage in Orange County, California, Arnette shades and goggles are found on today’s most influential action sports athletes and lifestyle personalities. Each product is meticulously designed with the highest quality materials, providing lightweight wearability for unmatched comfort, fit and style.

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