2026 bp North Island IRB Championships
Event Details
Event Contact:
Luke Smith
Tel: 021 190 1432
Email: luke.smith@surflifesaving.org.nz
Description
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The bp North Island IRB Championships has a proud history of being one filled with hard, fast, and action-packed racing. The second largest Inflatable Rescue Boat racing competition on the Surf Life Saving calendar, crews from throughout the country will line up to showcase their surf skills, fitness and experience amongst their peers.
The competition includes several events, requiring varying levels of technical skill and physical fitness. With surf and weather conditions constantly changing, the competition has proved to be one of the most exciting competitions of the Surf Life Saving calendar.
ENTRY INFORMATION
Entries must be made using WAVES Competition Management System. Each club has access to this system and will process entries. Clubs will be invoiced for payment following the event.
Entries Open: Wednesday 19 November, 2025
Entries Close: Wednesday 21 January, 2026 @ 10:00am
Entry Fee: $250.00 per crew (incl GST)
(please note, individual clubs may charge different fees and/or have an earlier entry deadline to administer team entries)