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Grudge Match Set to Begin

The waiting period for the 8th annual Garden State Grudge Match has officially began. Chemistry riders Mike Gleason, PJ Raia, and Justin Taylor are going to take their best shot at winning the highly prestigious belt signifying the best surfer of the year in the beautiful state of New Jersey.

Mike Gleason is a past winner and is looking forward to bringing the belt back to Long Branch. ESM has put together a great preview of the upcoming event here. Be sure to check out the action if you are around because this event brings together the best talent the state has to offer in man on man format.

Footage of Gleason’s win.