The New Zealander says she experienced “ups and downs” across the Shaw and Partners WA Race Week, but walks away with her title defended.
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McKENZIE MAKES RETURN TO TOP OF PODIUM WITH WIN AT THE DOCTOR
The New Zealander says she experienced “ups and downs” across the Shaw and Partners WA Race Week, but walks away with her title defended.
INSIDE THE LUNCH THAT LEAD TO SOUTH AFRICA’S DOMINATION OF THE DOCTOR
By their own admission, the South Africans were struggling in the Shaw and Partners WA Race Week… until an honest conversation.
NORTON AND SMITH CLAIM VICTORIES IN CONTROVERSIAL FINISH
The second race of the Shaw and Partners WA Race Week was decided by sprint finishes for both the men and women.
HILL AND SMITH START SHAW AND PARTNERS WA RACE WEEK WITH CRUCIAL WINS
The Australian pair have kick-started their pursuits of the record-breaking $265,000 prize money on offer.
THE RISE OF EUROPEAN PADDLING REACHES NEW HEIGHTS
A long read of where the surfski paddling is heading in Europe, according to those on the ground.
HISTORIC FIELD ARRIVES IN PORTLAND FOR THE GORGE DOWNWIND CHAMPS
A lot has changed for the now 36 year-old German powerhouse, but his impressive results are as consistent as ever.
“IT’S A CONCERN”: RESCUE SERVICE’S WARNING TO PADDLERS AFTER RECENT RESCUES
Marine Rescue NSW has urged surfski paddlers to check weather charts – and their own abilities – before heading out on the water.
THE SIMPLE SECRET BEHIND GORDAN HARBRECHT’S CONSISTENT SUCCESS
A lot has changed for the now 36 year-old German powerhouse, but his impressive results are as consistent as ever.
CORY HILL AND DANIELLE McKENZIE CONQUER ‘HELLS GATES 38’
The inaugural running of the 38-kilometre event lived up to its name, but that couldn’t stop commanding paddles from Hill & McKenzie.
ICF TO ADOPT ‘OPEN ENTRY’ AT 2022 OCEAN RACING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
The major decision means that athletes will no longer have to qualify to compete through national selection events.
‘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.