When the concept for the Cold War Surf contest came about, it was a pretty simple one: to gather the best surfers from the Mid-Atlantic region for a one-day event that showcased the regional talent on a day of great waves. Making that happen was not so simple.
The sponsors were on board with money. The city of Asbury Park was on board with support. The top surfers, including threewho are native to LBI, were completely on board. But getting the waves proved to be a much bigger challenge.
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