In a contest where competition takes a backseat to style, Alex Knost claimed his second Vans Joel Tudor Duct Tape Invitational at the famous first point in Malibu, CA.
Alex Knost curling the toes over the nose on a small wave at first point. photo Nikki Brooks

Vans worked closely with Joel Tudor to develop a series of events to showcase longboarding in its purest aesthetic continuing to push the envelope on traditional longboarding technique. 16 of the best longboarders in the world ride 12-lb, single fin leashless boards judged on style and nose riding for a $10,000 purse.

The tour was introduced last year at the East Coast Surfing Championships in Virginia Beach and has since take place at legendary Ditch Plains in Montauk, NY, Steamer Lane in Santa Cruz, CA, and Playa Salinas in Salinas, Spain and now Malibu.

Alex Knost known for his unique ability on a log took home $4,000 for his efforts. Justin Quintal earned $3,000 for second, Christian Wach $2,000 for third and Harrison Roach made $1,000 for fourth.

Check out the photos from a fun weekend in Malibu courtesy of Vans.

Christian Wach. photo by nikki brooks


Ryan Burch from Stoked and Broke showing his skills on a single fin. photo by nikki brooks


Alex Knost doesn't need much of a wave to look good. photo by nikki brooks


Alex Knost and Joel Tudor. photo by nikki brooks

The equipment of choice for the Vans Duct Tape Invitational. photo by nikki brooks


Classic bonfire to end the weekend in Malibu. photo Liam Cassidy