The Crossing For Cystic Fibrosis 2023

 BOLD IN THE FACE OF FEAR.

The Crossing For Cystic Fibrosis is a long-distance endurance paddle challenge and international championship race that takes paddlers 80 miles across the Gulf Stream from Bimini in the Bahamas back to the Florida mainland. The event was inspired because of the incredible health benefits of the Ocean for those living with cystic fibrosis, a terminal lung disease. Travis Suit's daughter Piper was diagnosed with CF when she was four years old.

June 20-25, 2023

KIRA RACE #10 – SHAW AND PARTNERS MOLOKAI CHALLENGE 2023

 

Kanaka Ikaika Racing Association is proud to announce the

SHAW AND PARTNERS FINANCIAL SERVICES MOLOKAI CHALLENGE 2023.

COURSE: Molokai to Oahu. 32 miles (53 km) across the Ka’iwi channel.

START: Kaluakoi Beach on the west end of Molokai

FINISH:  Maunalua Beach Park, Hawaii Kai, Oahu (At the Keyhole on north side of the bridge).

DATE:  Sunday May 28, 2023

REGISTRATION: www.flpregister.com

Hawaii to provide a complete showcase of SUP Surfing at the World Tour Opener in February

From the 6th to 18th February, Oahu’s North Shore will play host to the most complete SUP Surfing spectacle of the year, featuring World Tour Openers for both Men and Women,the Na Kama Kai Youth Challenge and Clinic, not to mention the Tribute to the Legends, honoring the leading figures and pioneers of the ever evolving, but well rooted Ocean Sport culture.

More; Hawaii to provide a complete showcase of SUP Surfing at the World Tour Opener in February

Sunplay Video Highlights from the 2014 Carolina Cup

Check out this highlight  video I just received from Kasey Larose of www.sunplay.com of the 2014 Carolina Cup.  It is a pretty awesome video!

Kasey says in his email "That was a great event last weekend. My coworker Angie and I had a great time and loved being around all the positive vibes at the Carolina Cup. We made a highlight reel of the whole event, and I think it turned out pretty awesome."    

It is a pretty awesome video Kasey, thanks for sharing!

You can contact Kasey at; kasey@sunplay.com

2014 Carolina Cup - A True Stand Up Paddle Destination Event

Start of the men's Graveyard Elite Race

 

The 2014 Carolina Cup was one for the ages. With hundreds in attendance the entire weekend to enjoy some food, vendors, clinics, witness top- notch paddling or just hang out at the beach, it was definitely the way an event should have played out! 

The Carolina Cup that is coordinated by the Wrightsville Beach Paddle Club, and who do so much for the sport of SUP had a number of really fun events, including race clinics with some of the best racers in the world, a night paddle on Saturday and the Ocean of Hope Cancer Awareness Paddle on Sunday, all of which make this a true stand up paddle destination event.

Harbor side start area for the  Money Island open race,

the Harbor Island Recreational “fun” race

 

You could even mosey on over to the vendors area on the lawns of the Blockade Runner Resort, and you could find paddleboards – gorgeous paddleboards perfect for the waterman in you as well as paddles, bags and every accessory for fun on the water!  

Despite the wind that forced itself upon the event most days, the contest was on in full effect!  The 2014 Carolina Cup kicked off the SUP race season with 4 courses with names like the dreaded Graveyard Elite Race, the Money Island open race, the Harbor Island Recreational “fun” race and even a kid’s race. This was the fourth year for this event that is now the largest race on the East Coast with nearly 600 paddlers competing in the first day of competition.

A happy Danny Ching takes the win in the Graveyard Elite Race

Both the Money Island open race and the Harbor Island Recreational race started harbor side in a stiff wind followed by the Graveyard Elite Race, a 13 mile race that challenged athletes with all the weather elements, surf, wind and currents as they started on the beach in front of the Blockade Runner Resort, transitioned trough the inlet into the Intercoastal, around the Islands and back out through the inlet returning in the surf to the beach for some exciting finishes.  Taking the podium for the men in first place was Danny Ching, followed by Georges Cronsteadt and Travis Grant. In the very close women's race it was in first Annabel Anderson followed by Jenny Kalmbach and Lina Augaitis in third.

Annabel Anderson making it look easy as she finishes with the win in the grueling women's Graveyard Elite Race

All said this was a well-organized event with nearly 600 racers from throughout the US and 9 different countries.  If you missed all the action this year, come on out and join us next year at the 2015 Carolina Cup - a true stand up paddle destination event.   In keeping with the mantra of Carolina Paddleboard Company "SUP Y'ALL" 

Full Carolina Cup results! http://www.gameonnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/CC14-OVERALL-FINAL-3-copy.pdf

For more photos, check our Facebook page at; https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.702221119843311.1073741836.455174831214609&type=1

 

Registration Open for 13th Annual Surftech Jay Race – StandUpPaddleSurf.net

The Surftech Jay Race is a unique event offering prone and stand up paddlers the opportunity to honor and pay tribute to Jay Moriarity, an individual who affected countless lives with his positive attitude and fearless approach to big wave surfing.

Competitors will enjoy the charm of Capitola Village, the historic Redwoods & Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the natural beauty of the race course, and a memorable post race celebration at the Crow’s Nest restaurant.

Held annually in June, events include a 12-mile long course, 2-mile short course, Waterman Challenge and kids “Mini Jay Race.” These events benefit the local Junior Lifeguard programs providing scholarships and equipment.

Visit paddleguru.com/13thAnnualSurftechJayrace to register

WATERMAN CHALLENGE

 

The 2014 Surftech Jay Race will once again feature the Waterman Challenge! This action packed event begins with a 500m swim followed by a 1500m prone (12′ stock) paddleboard leg and finishes up with a 1000m SUP (12′6″ SUP) leg!

Men’s and women’s age groups; 17 & under, 18-49 and 50+

Click HERE to register for the Waterman Challenge

Bart's SUP blog: The French Polynesian SUP Crossing, Tahiti - Bora Bora...

An exciting new SUP crossing for Bart de Zwart  in the rich paddle culture of French Polynesia. In the next weeks Bart will have regular updates with the  gear he is using.  See some details about this crossing. Bart's SUP blog: The French Polynesian Crossing, Tahiti - Bora Bora...:

Results - Florida State Paddleboard Championship

 

As promised, here are the top three results by watercraft type, gender, age group and overall results for all paddlers from todays Florida State Paddleboard Championship.  Thanks again to all those from the Cocoa Beach Surf Museum for putting on a great event.

 

Related stories; http://watermennews.blogspot.com/2014/04/exciting-surf-conditions-greet-paddlers.html 

 

Photos; https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.697658113632945.1073741835.455174831214609&type=3&uploaded=109

 

Click below for complete results;

Exciting Surf Conditions Greet Paddlers for the Florida State Paddleboard Championship – Cocoa Beach FL

About 60 intrepid athletes competed today in the Florida State Paddleboard Championship (FSPBC) in Cocoa Beach, FL.  The FSPBC an annual event is held in conjunction with the Easter Surf Festival, a four day event that draws 15,000 to 20,000 spectators daily.

 

The spectator friendly event organized by the Cocoa Beach Surf Museum once again proved to be exciting as the paddlers negotiated rough 4-5 foot surf in various watercraft to include outrigger canoes, surf skis, prone paddleboards and standup paddleboards at the start and the finish of the 7 mile open ocean course at the famous Cocoa Beach Pier.

As with all ocean events in the Cocoa Beach area it was once again good to see the Cocoa Beach Fire Department provided on water ocean rescue support with their PWC and rescue sleds. Special Aquatic Service had the pleasure of teaching their first PWC rescue class.

Overall Champions

Reid Hyle		Surfski	Open	male	00:57:06	1
Josh Ashley		Surfski	Open	male	01:13:03.98	2
Mark Weinzierl		OC-1	Open	male	01:16:14.73	3

 

Check back for complete results as they become available. 

More photos available at; https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.697658113632945.1073741835.455174831214609&type=3&uploaded=109

UPDATE, results are now posted at; http://watermennews.blogspot.com/2014/04/results-florida-state-paddleboard.html

Video - Molokai-2-Oahu Paddleboard World Championships: EP2: The Champs

From the M2O 2013 Mercer in front with Leeann 400 yards back.
 

Founded in 1997, the Molokai-2-Oahu Paddleboard World Championships, presented by Kona Longboard Island Lager, is set to celebrate its 18th anniversary on July 27, 2014. The annual race has grown from a grassroots challenge for the legendary lifeguards and watermen of Oahu to the premiere event for the sport of paddleboarding. More than 250 courageous men and women from 15 countries will attempt to cross 32 miles of treacherous open ocean known as the Ka'iwi (kah-EE-vee) Channel from Kaluakoi Beach on the north shore of Molokai to Maunalua Bay on the south shore of Oahu.  Watch the newest video released by the M2O this week.

Izzy Gomez takes the win at the Abu Dhabi All Stars amid fierce competition

Coming off an impressive win at the last stop of the Stand Up World Tour in Brazil, Izzy Gomez (Starboard) started slower at the open of the 2014 Abu Dhabi All Stars, but soon found her stride and gained momentum through the rounds to take victory at stop #3 on the 2014 Stand Up World Tour. With an incredible winning record (2 out of 3 this year and 4 out of 7 since the beginning of 2013), Izzi is proving herself to be a dominant force in the sport of Stand Up Paddling and a true Champion.  Read more: Izzy Gomez takes the win at the Abu Dhabi All Stars amid fierce competition

The Florida State Paddleboard Championship, April 19, 2014

 

The Florida State Paddleboard Championship (FSPBC) is one of the longest running paddleboard races on the East Coast of the United States (since 2000).

 

It was the first race on the East Coast to offer a Stand Up Paddleboard division (in April 2007).

 

The FSPBC is held in conjunction with the Easter Surf Festival, a four day event that draws 15,000 to 20,000 spectators daily. It is held on Saturday, the busiest day. In 2014, the FSPBC will be held on April 19th.

 

This is a World Paddle Association points sanctioned event.

 

The FSPBC is a 7 mile open ocean race. The King and Queen of the Beach Competition (a 3 part sprint event consisting of a swim, paddle, and run) is held at the completion of the 7 mile race.

 

At the end of the competition, there is a free raffle offering high quality items which all paddlers have an opportunity to win.

 

All proceeds from the event go directly to the Cocoa Beach Surf Museum.

Maui To Molokai Dates Confirmed ForJuly 12th, 2014 / SUPracer.com

Feel like doing an awesome downwind race? Then get yourself to Hawaii in July, because the Maui to Molokai SUP race (which covers a stretch of water often described as “The Best Downwind Run On The Planet”) has officially been announced for July 12th, 2014. There were recent suggestions of a date change, however it sounds like it’s officially locked in on its traditional weekend (two weeks out from the Molokai 2 Oahu race).

The Maui to Molokai, which I refer to as the little brother of Molokai 2 Oahu, is a 27 mile race that starts in Honolua Bay on Maui’s west coast and finishes in the Kaunakakai Harbor on Molokai. Paddlers enjoy some of the longest and steepest bumps in the world – you can almost just surf your way across the Pailolo Channel.  More; Maui To Molokai Dates Confirmed | SUPracer.com

What is Tuck Fest? / U.S. National Whitewater Center

Tuck Fest is three days out of outdoor celebrations. All images courtesy of Tuck Fest/ USNWC 

The 2^nd annual Tuck Fest is a three-day festival that celebrates the outdoor lifestyle through competitions, exhibitions, demos and live music at the U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC). The festival features a variety of outdoor sport competitions that include trail running, kayaking, biking, climbing, stand-up paddleboarding, slacklining and adventure racing. The name “Tuck Fest” comes from the Tuckaseegee Ford and Trail, a historical landmark located at the USNWC.

New to trail running? Challenge yourself with the 5K Trail Race. Enjoy stand-up paddleboarding? Take it to the next level with the Flatwater SUP Race. Tuck Fest is rooted in the overall outdoor experience, giving guests of any age or skill level the opportunity to try something new. It’s about getting outside and enjoying our natural surroundings, by trying a new competition or simply enjoying the music and atmosphere. With more than 20 competitions in and around the river as well as live bands and participation from leaders in the outdoor industry, the festival invites athletes, spectators, and musicians to celebrate the active lifestyle.

More info: http://tuckfest.org/

The 2014 Carolina Cup in Wrightsville Beach, NC

When:                
Saturday, Apr 26, 2014 9:30 AM

Where:
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Contact:
Mark Schmidt
mark@wrightsvillebeachpaddleclub.com

Event Website:
https://www.facebook.com/TheCarolinaCup

Details:                
2014 is the fourth year for one of the world's largest paddle events. There are 4 races, one for every level, with the addition of a RELAY in the Graveyard Elite Race. There are also several clinics and certification opportunities hosted by some of the best instructors in the world. Bring the whole family for the week and get this 2014 paddle season started.

The 2014 Carolina Cup kicks off the race season with 4 courses: the Harbor Island Recreational “fun” race, the Money Island open race and the legendary Graveyard Elite Race on Saturday and Kids Turtle Race on Sunday. Last year, we had over 600 paddlers. this year, we expect even more.

The World Paddle Association announces the Salt Life Cup 2014

 

Salt Life Apparel, in association with the World Paddle Association, proudly announces the formation of the Salt Life Cup 2014. The Salt Life Cup is a season-long accumulation of points earned at all WPA National races beginning with the Carolina Cup WPA National race on April 26 and culminating at the WPA Championships on October 25 where the top Elite Men's and Women's points leaders will receive bonus money and be crowned Salt Life Cup National race Champions.

 

Each of the WPA National races will award double points to the Elite competitors and quadruple points at the WPA Championship. Elite competitors must compete at the WPA Championships on October 25 to qualify for the Salt Life Cup bonus money that is in addition to the prize money offered at the WPA Championships. The Salt Life Cup bonus money will be awarded as follows to top point earners:

Men- $5,000

Women- $3,000

In addition to the bonus money for the top points leaders, Salt Life will award a $500 gift card to the top placing Open race competitors in the Men's 12'6, and 14' overall; and the Women's 12'6 overall winner.

WPA partner PaddleGuru will be managing the points throughout the year along providing points for rankings to all WPA competitors at all WPA only sanctioned races along with the Salt Life Cup. All competitors will need to be current WPA members by July 1, 2014 to have points earned retro-active from races prior toJuly 1, 2014. Anyone that has not joined or renewed their membership by July 1, 2014 will not receive any points earned prior to July 1, 2014.

2014 Salt Life Cup bonus points races (subject to change)

Click here to view the Salt Life Cup race schedule 

Connor Baxter & Angela Jackson take the 1st day of the Alagoas Pro World Series Racing

In another intense battle of the Titans, Connor Baxter (Starboard) and Kai Lenny (Naish) picked up where they left off last year with another battle for the ages.

Connor led through the first leg of the Finals, but Kai managed to catch him on the second buoy in the surf. Connor however succeeded in keeping the lead as they both battled around the next 2 buoys and into the home straight.

However, an incoming swell allowed Kai to pull back up to be neck and neck with Connor coming up the beach making for a dramatic sprint to the finish that saw Connor just get the better of Kai – a great start to what is destined to be another incredibly competitive year.

The Carolina Cup Is Now One Of The Most Significant Races On The Calendar | SUPracer.com

We’re just four weeks out from what’s shaping up to be one of the best races of the year: the 2014 Carolina Cup.

The Carolina Cup, held in humble little Wilmington, North Carolina, is fast becoming not only one of the biggest races on the calendar, but one of the most significant events in the entire world of SUP racing, period.

And I say that not only because I believe the 2014 elite race will be one of the most exciting contests of the year (it will: Danny, Travis, Jamie, Georges, Connor, Slater, etc will be duking it out – in fact it might just be the second most competitive race in the world this year, after only the BOP), or because luminaries such as Dave Kalama, Jimmy Terrell and Larry Cain will be doing clinics, or because pretty much every major brand will have a presence there, but also because the event will have HUNDREDS AND HUNDREDS of recreational paddlers competing. And it’s those hundreds of paddlers that are driving this humble little sport of ours. More; The Carolina Cup Is Now One Of The Most Significant Races On The Calendar | SUPracer.com

Racing In Lanes At The Australian Flatwater SUPfest | SUPracer.com

The automatic starting gates are definitely a novel addition to the world of SUP racing

(photo credit: Angie Jackson)

One of the more interesting races on the calendar is happening right now down in Adelaide, South Australia. The 2014 Australian Flatwater SUPfest has drawn some of the country’s finest to the Westlakes Aquatic Centre, a location usually reserved for canoe, kayak and rowing races. In the tradition of San Diego’s Silver Blade Regatta, the Aus SUPfest will see competitors racing in separate lanes, complete with automatic starting gates and all.

So while 99.9% of SUP races are “mass start” events, the SUPfest will see each paddler racing on their own stretch of water. This format is exactly the same thing you’d see in Olympic canoe and kayaking races and should provide a novel point of difference to the usual stand up paddling events. More; [UPDATED RESULTS] Racing In Lanes At The Australian Flatwater SUPfest | SUPracer.com

Caio Vaz (Brasil) Wins Sunset Beach Pro - Waterman League

SUNSET BEACH, HAWAII – The first stop of the 2014 Stand Up World Tour saw the fifth anniversary of one of the tour’s marquee events – the Sunset Beach Pro.  This iconic wave is known for it’s power and difficulty – every wave offers up it’s own unique, distinct challenge.  Local knowledge proves to be a huge asset as evidenced by the abundance of Hawaiian athletes in the main event draw.

More; Caio Vaz (Brasil) Wins Sunset Beach Pro