27 October 2025 – Jialeshuei Beach, Pingtung, Taiwan: The 2025 Pingtung Jialeshuei APSS Asia Tour Taiwan concluded yesterday afternoon after a full day’s worth of local division competition, followed by a hilarious SUP Team competition and the celebratory awarding presentation.
The event ran from 22-26 October and saw a total of 285 competitors from countries including Japan, China, Australia, Brazil, South Korea, South Africa, Indonesia, India, Malaysia, the USA, the Philippines, the UK, France and of course Taiwan participating.
Although challenged occasionally by strong winds at the event site, the waves were largely unaffected and provided great opportunities for scoring in each discipline, from the APSS Short and Longboard divisions to the Body Board, SUP, and Master’s divisions, as evidenced by the ability of the competitors to perform a variety of impressive maneuvers and post high scores during the event.
Double winner Dhany Widianto (IDN), who took both APSS Men’s Shortboard and Longboard wins described the surfing conditions at Jaileshuei: “The waves are really good here, because even when it’s windy there are walls and sections to work with, so I could always find a good wave and post a high score. I had such a great time here, surfing and meeting new people. It was so much fun and I want to thank TORSA, the Pintung Government, the ASC, and all the sponsors that made this event so great. I’ll definitely come back next year!”
Here are the links to the APSS division action for your viewing:
Day 1: Men’s and Women’s Longboard – https://youtu.be/Z_AtCd2hbjc
Day 1: Men’s and Women’s Shortboard – https://youtu.be/pALKd3FhFQY
Day 2: Men’s Shortboard Final – https://youtu.be/rHTgPTekGGY
Day 2: Women’s Shortboard Final – https://youtu.be/8tuPGYIU7V8
Day 3: Men’s Longboard Final – https://youtu.be/Lmup2hqjypk
Day 3: Women’s Longboard Final – https://youtu.be/t8gVe1pUFL4
Final Day Fun: https://youtu.be/RUdR_vvtw-M
The Pingtung Jialeshuei APSS Asia Tour Taiwan also included the opportunity for local businesses to bring their products including food, clothing, drinks, and handicrafts to display and sell during the 5 day event in the parking area, which was also the setting for the final awarding presentation yesterday afternoon.
The awarding presentation included an introduction and short speeches by TORSA Chairman Chen-Fu Chu, whose team organized the event and is celebrating 20 years of success, Pingtung Government Director General Huang Kuo-Wei, who supported the event, and Tim Hain representing the ASC whose team provided technical and media support.
The competitors were then called up to receive their awards, which included cash and products from the many sponsors who contributed to the event, a total of 18 divisions received cash and prizes plus the Team SUP winning team. You can check all the results and scores on Live Heats at https://www.liveheats.com/events/415088
In addition to the awarding presentation, yesterday’s highlights worthy of note included the Master’s Division final, which was won by local legend Chen Tong-Ming, with world renown Robert “Wingnut” Weaver making a celebrity appearance and taking second place, showing his timeless style on the waves of Jialeshuei.
Next was the inflatable SUP team challenge, which provided literally hundreds of hilarious moments as the 7 teams prepared then paddled out these enormous inflatable crafts and attempted to catch waves all the way to the beach and collect the 10k NT prize money on offer. Team Naluwan was declared the winner, and celebrated their victory with their captain, Master’s champion Chen Tong-Ming.
The Pintung County Government has been an avid supporter of surfing in South Taiwan, as evidenced by their sponsorship of this event, which is the longest-running surfing competition even in this region. Their goal is to increase the visibility of the area for both surfers and tourists that seek to enjoy watersports like surfing, diving, and boating, as well as, biking, exploring, and enjoying the varied culinary and cultural wonders on offer in this beautiful area.
Pingtung: Taiwan’s Southern Paradise
At the sun-soaked southern tip of Taiwan, Pingtung County is a tropical playground where ocean, mountains, and culture come together in perfect harmony. With warm weather year-round, this coastal gem is ideal for outdoor adventures — from surfing and diving to cycling and hiking — or simply relaxing under swaying palms.
Adventure All Year Round
Pingtung’s coastline, stretching from Jialeshuei to Kenting National Park, offers some of Taiwan’s best surf spots — gentle beach breaks for beginners and challenging point and reef breaks for experienced riders. The water is warm all year, and the surf community is friendly and welcoming. Beneath the surface, vibrant coral reefs and clear seas invite divers and snorkelers to explore Taiwan’s underwater wonders, while steady winds make windsurfing and SUP popular choices along the bays.
Culture, Cuisine, and Community
Beyond its beaches, Pingtung is rich in tradition. The region is home to several indigenous communities, including the Paiwan and Rukai peoples, whose villages preserve ancient crafts, music, and legends deeply connected to the land. Visitors can experience their warm hospitality, taste traditional dishes, and witness living traditions that make Pingtung’s cultural landscape as rich as its natural one.
Festivals, Food, and Freedom
From lively night markets bursting with local flavors to music and sports festivals that light up the coast, Pingtung celebrates life outdoors. Cyclists and triathletes flock here for world-class events, while travelers unwind in mountain hot springs after a day of adventure.
Safe, sunny, and endlessly welcoming, Pingtung County is where every day feels like a holiday — a place where nature, culture, and ocean breeze come together to create the perfect escape.
Event Information
Supported by the Pingtung County Government and organized by the Taiwan Ocean Recreation Sports Association (TORSA) and the Asian Surf Cooperative (ASC), the Pingtung Jialeshuei International Surfing Competition event is the longest-running surfing event in Southern Taiwan and one of the most well-attended surf competitions in the region.
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