Oceanpaddler News & Views

Oceanpaddler DEMO DAY Saturday 4th September
Contributed by Yanda Nossiter
on 18/08/2010
Join us at the Oceanpaddler DEMO DAY and test paddle a huge range of surf ski's, kayaks and paddles. 
 
Where: Clontarf Reserve - Sandy Bay Rd
 
When: Saturday 4th September 1-4pm
 
 
Contact Dean on 0400 389 730

 Products include  

  • Fenn XT and new Aussie Fenn Elite
  • Custom Kayaks Horizon
  • Knysna Robberg Express and Viper
  • Kayakpro sea kayaks, racing kayaks and indoor paddling ergometer
  • Finn Kayaks plastic range
  • Full range of paddles 

Meet at Clontarf Reserve which is off Sandy Bay Road, Clontarf. Click map for details.


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Fenn Cup Downwind Series
Contributed by Yanda Nossiter
on 18/08/2010

 

CLICK HERE TO READ THE LATEST OCEANPADDLER NEWSLETTER WITH INFORMATION ON THE FENN CUP SERIES INCLUDING PRIZEMONEY POOL FOR SUP AND PADDLERBOARDERS.


Tom and Steve win YUKON 1000
Contributed by Yanda Nossiter
on 2/08/2010
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Australian Ocean Racing Series Form Guide
Contributed by Yanda Nossiter
on 12/07/2010
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Mauritius Ocean Classic - Travel packages available
Contributed by Yanda Nossiter
on 9/07/2010

The second Mauritius Ocean Classic, a World Surf Ski Series event will take place on the 11th of September 2010 from Souillac to Le Morne (28 kms) in the South of the beautiful Island of Mauritius!

The first race in 2009 attracted international and local paddlers alike and was a huge success. The Mauritius Ocean Classic has already not only established itself has an annual key race, but also as a fantastic week of surf ski which should not be missed by all paddlers.

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Australian Ocean Racing Series
Contributed by Yanda Nossiter
on 7/07/2010

 The 2010/2011 Australian Ocean Racing Series (AORS) kicks off again in July and we are pleased to announce Australian Geographic Outdoor as the official magazine sponsor of the series. 

Byron Bay will play host to the first event on the AORS calendar. 

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Molokai Results
Contributed by admin
on 21/05/2010

Results (unofficial) have just come in from Molokai.

  • 1st - Clint Robinson
  • 2nd - Dean Gardiner
  • 3rd - Jeremy Cotter
  • 4th - Tim Jacobs
  • 5th - Marty Kenny
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Molokai World Championships 2010
Contributed by Yanda Nossiter
on 15/05/2010

Oceanpaddler Karl Treacher is in Hawaii preparing for the Molokai Surf Ski World Championships. He shares with us his stories pre race and a bit of history about the Molokai event.

written by Karl Treacher - Monday May 10

We have been in Hawaii now for about 50 hours after arriving at 7am Saturday morning (3am Sunday morning Australian time). We raced yesterday in a warm up event - Makapu to Waikiki - 27kms. Conditions were reasonable with 16 knot trailing winds on a 1.9m swell. Not enough to be exciting, but enough to surf as much as paddle.

Top 10 (from 20 starters) were:

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Australian Ocean Racing Series Wrap Up
Contributed by admin
on 7/07/2010
The dust has settled and the titles claimed in this our first official Australian Ocean Racing national championships.
 
Ten events around the country culminated with the biggest event on the calendar the Bridge to Beach earlier this month.
 
Over 800 participants took part in the series this year with events predominantly in NSW. While QLD, VIC each hosted events with WA providing 3 including the lucrative ‘Doctor’ and Finn Kayaks Coastal Challenge.
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The new Oceanpaddler!
Contributed by Yanda Nossiter
on 24/05/2010

Thank you to all our customers for attending the grand opening party of our new retail store and paddling gym on Thursday night. Please stay tuned for more information about all the services that Oceanpaddler offers including the paddling classes in The Paddling Gym.

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Event News

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Local Events

Date Event Location
4-5 Sept Mid North Coast Ocean Series Port Macquarie
18 Sept Fenn Cup 1 (AORS) Sydney,NSW
2 Oct King of the Cape (AORS) Bunkers Bay, WA
9 Oct Lion Island Challenge Sydney, NSW
16 Oct Fenn Cup 2 (AORS) Sydney, NSW
24 Oct Burleigh Ocean Challenge (AORS) Gold Coast
30 Oct King of the Coast (AORS) Sunshine Coast, QLD
9 Jan Graeme Long Memorial Paddle - Outlaw #5 (AORS) Torquay, Vic
15 Jan Fenn Cup 3 (AORS) Sydney, NSW
22 Jan the Doctor World Cup (AORS) Perth, WA
23 Jan Finn Kayaks Coastal Challenge (AORS) Perth, WA

Manly Paddlers 10km Time Trial - every odd dated Sunday at 8am Shelley Beach, Manly. Join the meetup group. Click here.

International Events

Date Event Location
28 Aug Chicago Shoreline Marathon USA
11 Sept Mauritius Ocean Classic Mauritius
25 Sept Caribbean Mini-Tour Carribbean
27 Nov Dragon Run Hong Kong
Dec Dubai Shamaal Dubai, UAE
Dec Southern Shamaal South Africa

 

AG Outdoor turns 15!

 

Click here for the special subscription offer to AORS competitors.

 

The PADDLING GYM is Australia's first ever indoor paddling gym specialising in paddle fitness, training and technique. Located at our store in North Manly. Beginners welcome.

  • Indoor Paddling Classes
  • Drop In Sessions
  • Technique Tuition Classes  

Click here to view the class schedule and for more information.

Training and Coaching

Oceanpaddler together wtih ipaddle holds regular squad training sessions on the water. Click here for more information.

Product News

Fenn Ocean Ski's

Fenn XT's in stock now. Call us today before they run out!

HORIZON in stock now! Call us for a test paddle.


The HORIZON has arrived. In stock now! Variety of colours to choose from.  This ski is very similar to the popular Fenn XT. The perfect beginner to intermediate ski. If your interested in getting into ocean paddling then this is the ski for you. Click here for more info.

 

Speedstroke Kayak Ergo

Click here for more info on the all new Speedstroke Kayak ergo used by the worlds best paddlers. Ideal for strength and technique training.

 

 

 

KAYAK & SKI STORAGE NOW AVAILABLE

Looking for a home for your kayak or ski that is on the water? No need to drive around with your ski on the roof anymore! "New ski storage facility at Mosman Rowing Club at Pearl Bay, near Spit Bridge in Sydney NOW READY.  Covered storage and racks. Opportunity to use shower/change room facilities. Ample parking available. Train in the morning and then head off to work. Miss the morning spit bridge traffic jam!  Email John Dollinsson dollisson@gmail.com for full details.