Over 40 teams from around New Zealand competed in brutal conditions at the second round of the Surf Boat Series at the Whangamata Surf Boat Spectacular on Saturday.
With persistent and often heavy rain, two meter swells and a cold, strong wind, competitors faced huge challenges.
Class honours in the under-23-year-old men's class went to the local crew from Whangamata, while Muriwai claimed first for the women.
The under-19-year-old class wins went to Titahi Bay and Orewa Surf Life Saving Club for the men's and women's classes respectively.
North Beach Surf Club, of Christchurch, finished in the top spot in the open men's class in a stunning final race, while the open women's winners win went to the Piha Surf Life Saving Club feeling "a bit sore" after their massive effort.