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‘HELLS GATES 38’ READY TO RISE FOR FIRST RUNNING
Border restrictions delayed its debut by one year, but organisers of the Shaw and Partners Hells Gates 38 believe it has a long future.
McGREGOR’S DREAM WELL & TRULY ALIVE AFTER VICTORY AT SOUTH AFRICAN CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 44 year-old surfski legend added another victory to his name, while Melanie Van Niekerk claimed her first national title.
BOUZAN BUILDS ON WINNING RUN WITH VICTORY AT EUROCHALLENGE
It was a Spanish double at the Eurochallenge in Villajoyosa, with Walter Bouzan and Chloe Bunnett claiming victory.
NOTTEN & BIRKETT WIN 2022 PRESCIENT FREEDOM PADDLE
The leading crews couldn’t be split across the 27 kilometre course out-and-around Cape Town’s Robben Island until a thrilling sprint finish.
CAUSE FOR CONFIDENCE AFTER HILL AND SMITH WIN FORSTER OCEAN CLASSIC
Two-time World Champion Cory Hill showed his hoodoo-breaking win was no fluke, while Jemma Smith claimed back-to-back crowns.
HILL BREAKS HOODOO WITH VICTORY AT SHAW AND PARTNERS NINE MILE RACE
It had been two and a half years since Cory Hill had last won a race – but that run was brought to an end at today’s Nine Mile.
COLLINS TO STEP AWAY FROM DOWNWIND RACING AFTER WIN AT ‘THE CHUCKY’
The Australian star added another title to his name over the weekend but – for now – his priorities lie in different waters.
“SINK OR SWIM”: RICE REVEALS REASON BEHIND SWITCH TO FENN
One of the biggest names in surfski paddling, Kenny Rice opens up about his departure from Think Kayak.
“NEW BEGINNING” BECKONS FOR MOLOKAI CHALLENGE AMID UNCERTAINTY OVER FUTURE
Organisers admit the iconic race is at a “crossroads” – but remain hopeful it’s one that will lead to a better future.
NEW CHALLENGE FOR ‘DOWNWIND DALE’ AFTER INCREDIBLE RECORD YEAR
The South African’s passion for downwind paddling resulted in an unbelievable accomplishment last year.
2022 MOLOKAI CHALLENGE CANCELLED AMID COMMUNITY CONCERNS
The unfortunate outcome that had been expected, but it’s one paddlers from all over the world were hoping wouldn’t come true.
NORTON AND McKENZIE PASS SEASON-OPENING “TEST” WITH BRIDGE TO BEACH VICTORIES
The pair dominated on their way to opening the Shaw and Partners Australian Ocean Racing Series with victory.
AUSTRALIAN OCEAN RACING SERIES TO SHOWCASE “NEW STYLE OF RACING” IN 2022
Dean Gardiner believes fans will see a number of changes – and several new faces – when international racing resumes this year.
THE SWEET SATISFACTION BEHIND NOTTEN’S FIRST CAPE POINT CHALLENGE CROWN
He’s enjoyed an incredible year of results, but there’s a simple reason why this latest victory is sweeter than any other.
COLLINS REVEALS BURNING AMBITION BEHIND BREAKTHROUGH 20 BEACHES WIN
He’s starred in the ocean ski arena for the past few seasons, but Collins came into the Shaw and Partners 20 Beaches Ocean Classic with a point to prove.
ADDED MEANING BEHIND JASPER MOCKE’S PE2EL VICTORY
The South African legend has won races all around the world, but admits his latest title has left a feeling like no other.
WORLD CHAMPION NOTTEN “VINDICATED” AFTER VICTORY AT PETE MARLIN
The 2021 World Championships may have been missing some high-profile paddlers, but the Pete Marlin boasted an all-star line-up for the ages.
BOUZAN CONTINUES WINNING STREAK AT ICONIC EUROCHALLENGE
The Spanish veteran has rounded out his 2021 racing season in the perfect way, adding another victory to his name at the EuroChallenge.
DEAN GARDINER WINS THE 2021 JOE GLICKMAN AWARD
The Australian surfski pioneer becomes the second winner of the Joe Glickman Award, after Oscar Chalupsky.
DOUGAL’S EPIC ADVENTURE SEEING THE WORLD FROM A SURFSKI
Dougal Glaisher has always loved exploring. His current exploration of France combines his passions in a way few have done before.
BRASIL TO BE SURFSKI’S “NEXT BIG GROWTH AREA” SAYS OSCAR CHALUPSKY
The nation concedes next year’s World Championships “cannot realistically” be held in Auckland due to current COVID restrictions.
VOTE: THE 2021 JOE GLICKMAN AWARD
Three finalists have been announced for the 2021 Joe Glickman Award – and organisers want your to help decide the winner.
NEW ZEALAND FORFEIT HOSTING 2022 ICF OCEAN RACING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
The nation concedes next year’s World Championships “cannot realistically” be held in Auckland due to current COVID restrictions.