Behemoth, LLC, founded by Nelscott pioneer, John Forse, and Jim Kusz was formed in 2003 in Lincoln City, OR.  Shortly after forming, the group added Adam Wagner, also from Oregon.  The company has successfully organized and promoted the Nelscott Reef Tow in Classic for four consecutive years. 

The Nelscott Reef Tow In Classic has become the world’s premier tow in event with contestants traveling from all over the world to compete. This big wave contest is held 1/2 mile offshore of Lincoln City, OR at Nelscott Reef. With a holding period of Oct. 1 through Dec. 31, organizers wait for a swell large enough to produce 30 foot or greater waves.

Organizers have adopted a traffic light system to help keep all up to date on the contest status.

•Red Light: no chance of the contest in the near future.

•Yellow Light: a swell forecasted is being tracked.

•Green Light: contest is go, marking a 48 hour notice for the start.    

In the past 4 years, the biggest names in big wave surfing have competed in this event.  They have travelled from all over the world from countries as far as Brazil, South Africa, Australia, Ireland and the US.

Contact Behemoth at 503-449-6558