The dragon boats? They’re definitely the headline-makers of the long-running Long Beach water race that happens at the end of each July . (Not to mention the fact that dragon boats have been raced in China for well over 2,000 years — definitely headline-worthy.)
But the beautiful boats are only one element to the weekend that bears their name. For, yes, the Long Beach Dragon Boat Festival is very much about the rowing and the teams and the captain at the front with her drum — there are drums on dragon boats, as you likely know — but the party is also about a lot more  … More
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The seven outrigger canoes coasted across the ocean’s surface one recent afternoon, occasionally piercing the modest swells. The athletes aboard dipped their paddles into the water, propelling the vessels in a steady rhythm.
“Hut, hike, ho!” they chanted, keeping the beat.
The six-man crews worked to keep the canoes steady as they traveled, stopping during their five-mile journey only to  … More
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Four years after capturing eight medals in canoe and kayak events, Germany enters the London Olympics with a strong roster.
The Germans led the medal table in these events at the Beijing games, and figure to be strong again. They led all nations at last year’s sprint world championships with 11 medals, including six gold. Russia also captured 11 medals, while Hungary had 10Â Â …Â More
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