May looks set to be another good month of contests, especially with the ASP's dreamtour continuing in full swing.  Watch out for amazing performances by the elite surfers over in Brazil as stop number 3 of the world championship tour continues for the men, and contest number 5 kicks off for the women.  Here are the best events to look out for or watch online:
 
Men:


 
Event: Billabong Pro Rio
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rating: WCT
Dates: 11th - 22nd May
Prize money: $500,000
Last year's winner: Jadson Andre (BRA)
 
Event: Saquarema Surf Pro International
Location: Itauna, Saquarema, Brazil
Rating: Prime
Dates: 24th - 29th May
Prize money: $250,000
 

 
Event: Super Surf International
Location: Imbituba, Santa Catarina, Brazil
Rating: Prime
Dates: 31st May - 5th June
Prize money: $250,000
 
Women:
 
Event: Billabong Pro Rio
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rating: WCT
Dates: 12th - 16th May
Prize money: $120,000
Last year's winner: Event didn't exist
 
Now for something a little bit fun... The British league is under way, and the Saltrock Open is always entertaining, so check out the blogs and results as they come in.

 
Event: Saltrock Open
Location: Croyde Bay, Devon, UK
Rating: 1 star
Dates: 28th - 30th May
Prize money: £15,000
Last year's winner: Russel Winter