River Roots GoPro footage of Ben Marr and Rush Sturges losing control at 72 KMH (45MPH) down a drainage ditch near Vancouver, British Columbia.
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Despite some unexpected surf, dozens of paddlers showed up for the inaugural Hulakai OC4 eight-man relay in Kailua Bay — the kickoff event of the Queen Liliuokalani Outrigger Canoe Races.
The lighthearted event had participants paddle a triangular course in the bay, and is an example of how the event known for its long-distance race takes advantage of the long Labor Day weekend.
“It’s not just a single race anymore, as compared to something like the Molokai race, or most other well-known long-distance races,” said Race Director Mike Atwood. “We are glad we have been able to … More
una tarde increible, mucho sol, kayak y ballenas. Mientras mirabamos desde arriba del kayak, una de las ballenas si dio vuelta y se vino hacia nuestra dirección y nos levanto la embarcación dos veces!!!! terrible, todo en este video!!!
Without Whitey Harrison, two things in California may not exist. One is the outrigger canoe. The other is the Dana Outrigger Canoe Club.
Developed by the indigenous people of Hawaii and mainly used for fishing and transportation, the outrigger canoe has emerged as one icons of the culture. For the most part, Harrison is credited with its use in competitive racing in California.
And as the Dana Outrigger Canoe Club paddles through each new season, Harrison’s legacy is never far … More