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Archive Page 49
September 13th, 2009 by evan
I was browsing youtube.com and found this short video from the Hennessey 2007 Maliko race. Now that I’m into downwind racing, it’s really interesting to see how these guys are catching bumps. If you watch the SUP portion around 2 minutes into the video, you’ll see Dave and Ekolu Kalama almost not even paddling and getting really long glides. It’s definitely something to strive for and the Maliko conditions look super fun. Check out the video.
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September 10th, 2009 by clarise
After competing and winning his division in the Duke Kahanamoku Oceanfest race, Starboard team rider Connor Baxter travelled to Friesland, Holland for another SUP event. In the Duke’s Oceanfest Race, Connor placed 1st in his division (19 and under) and landing 8th overall SUP – finishing in 1:24:00–only 9 minutes behind the winner–Scott Gamble.
Continue reading ‘SUP Sensation Connor Baxter Stand Up Paddles in Holland’s SUP 11-City Tour’
September 9th, 2009 by evan
C4 is releasing a couple new Subvectors. One is 9′6″ and the other is 10′.
Continue reading ‘New C4 Waterman Subvectors – 9′6″ and 10′’
September 7th, 2009 by clarise
Here’s some good insights from Robert Stehlik on his Molokai Channel Crossing experience.
My wife asked me after the Molokai race: “What were you thinking about for those six hours?” My reply: “I was trying not to think about anything.”
’nuff said…
I had several more people ask me what was going through my head during the Molokai crossing, so while it is still fresh in my mind, I will write down some thoughts on the mental aspect of the crossing. So, if the short answer above is not enough for you, read on. Continue reading ‘2009 Molokai Channel Crossing Mental Notes from Robert Stehlik’
September 4th, 2009 by evan
Here’s a new video I found on You Tube for Sandwich Island Composites F-Series boards. I think this was taken during their recent Molokai trip. This is a great video showing brief clips of each board.
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September 3rd, 2009 by evan
I took the video and these pictures last New Year’s eve on the North Shore after heavy rainfall. You’ll notice from the pictures here how gross the water looks. Continue reading ‘Himalayas and Polluted Water’
September 1st, 2009 by evan
From Surftech comes another new line of Pearson Arrow surfboards- the Laird 10′6″ and Laird 11′ SUP boards. Here’s a closer look at these boards shaped by Bob Pearson.
Pearson Arrow Laird 10′6″ SUP Board
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Continue reading ‘Surftech Pearson Arrow Laird 10′6″ and 11′ SUP Boards’
August 30th, 2009 by evan
At a recent party at Surftech HQ in Hawaii, I got a chance to meet Randy French, the founder of Surftech. After talking with him for a bit I thought it would be interesting to hear where he started and where he sees SUP going in the future. Click below for the video interview. Continue reading ‘Randy French (Surftech Owner) Interview – Video’
August 28th, 2009 by evan
This is Todd Bradley of C4 Waterman’s last installment of the paddle technique video series.
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August 28th, 2009 by clarise
HONOLULU, August 27, 2009 – Waikiki beachboy Alika Willis, 45, might not have made it to the final of the C4 Waterman Standup Beachboy contest, but anyone familiar with the company of C4 Waterman and the story behind Duke’s OceanFest, knows that its spirit doesn’t lie in competition. Duke’s OceanFest is a celebration of the life of the greatest waterman who ever rode the waves – Duke Kahanamoku. C4 Waterman is a company founded on the principles that Duke stood for: a passion for riding the waves and a mission of sharing aloha with any person open to receiving it. Respecting that, the top honor of Waterman of the Event today went to Willis.
“This award goes to the surfer who best embodies the spirit of Duke and the heart of aloha, both on the beach and in the water,” said C4 founder Brian Keaulana. “And that is Alika Willis.”
Continue reading ‘Waikiki Beachboy Alika Willis Earns The Ultimate Respect At C4 Waterman Standup Beachboy Event a Highlight of Duke’s OceanFest’
August 26th, 2009 by evan
Here’s a peek at the new Surftech Gerry Lopez SUP line.
GERRY LOPEZ – 8′11 “Lil’ Darling SUP Board”
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Continue reading ‘Surftech Gerry Lopez’ 8′11″, 9′6″, 10′ SUP Boards’
August 25th, 2009 by evan
I found this on youtube the other day and thought it was pretty funny.
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August 24th, 2009 by evan
I’ll be at the Duke’s race on Saturday. I hope you can make it and if you see me, please say, “Hi”.
Remembering Duke Kahanamoku, on his Birthday
Born August 24, 1890
HONOLULU, August 24, 2009 – Surfers from around the world are gathering here in Waikiki to remember the greatest waterman of all time: Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, born August 24, 1890. In honor of his life, the annual Duke’s OceanFest is underway, staged at Queen’s Beach at the foot of his bronze statue and on the sands where surfing, as we know it today, began.
While a single Olympic gold medal is enough to substantiate many an athlete’s life, Kahanamoku won six, three gold for swimming, two silver for swimming, and a bronze for water polo. Yet today he is most widely renowned for being the father of modern day surfing.
Continue reading ‘Remembering Duke Kahanamoku, on his Birthday’
August 24th, 2009 by evan
Here is video part 2 of the 2009 Rainbow Sandals Molokai to Oahu Paddleboard Race last July 25. Check it out.
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Continue reading ‘2009 Molokai-Oahu PaddleBoard Race -video part 2′
August 22nd, 2009 by evan
Better late than never…here is the video (part 1) and more pictures of the 2009 Rainbow Sandals Molokai-Oahu PaddleBoard Race.
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Continue reading ‘2009 Molokai-Oahu PaddleBoard Race – video part 1′
