Kia Kaha Canoes and Paddles OZ Waterman

Braddah Mel's Surf Meet 2011

2011-12-18T11:27:00.000-08:00

Coreban SUPCrossFit Noosa giveaway 2011 Brad Mifsud .wmv

2011-10-06T13:15:00.000-07:00

CrossFit "Diane" (scaled)

2011-10-04T13:59:00.000-07:00

Sup Surfing Sessions Geoff Breen

2011-10-02T12:43:00.000-07:00

Hiko Kia Kaha Canoe

2011-08-20T02:23:00.000-07:00

Now Pre Selling the Hiko Canoe for the Australian Season.

E: kiakahapaddles@gotalk.net.au

Cell: 0412 598 929

Paddles

E: sales@paddleshop.com.au

Andy or Amanda

"Our Blue Canoe" Trailer

2011-08-11T22:57:00.000-07:00

Fair well our Guiding Inspiration

2011-06-30T13:49:00.000-07:00

Guiding Inspiration to young and old

The history of Waka Ama (outrigger canoeing) in NZ

By Kris Kjeldsen

For the Tangata Whenua - the people of the land of Aotaroa, the Maori, the paddle symbolizes a sense of purpose and direction whilst also affirming their culture links with the canoe. All individual Maori ancestry is intrinsically linked with a particular canoe upon which their forbears arrived on the shores of Aotearoa. This provides each person with an essential link back to Hawaiki - and beyond to creation itself.

Being one of the elders of Outrigger canoe building in New Zealand and one of three people responsible for the revival of the sport here, I will tell our story of the history and growth of Waka ama in Aotearoa.

Waka ama (outrigger canoe) paddling was re-introduced in 1995 with the arrival of the Hawakiki Nui, the replica Polynesian voyaging canoe built and sailed by Matahi Whakataka (master builder) Brightwell on an epic voyage from Tahiti to Aotearoa. Matahi spent four years in Tahiti building the Hawaiki Nui, during which time he became involved in Outrigger canoe racing, the national sport of Tahiti. He recognized that this would be the very thing to help the youth of New Zealand regain some of their culture heritage and traditions.

Before coming to New Zealand, I had paddled for Kai Nulu Canoe Club in southern California and was also involved for a short time in Hawaii. So when I finally settled in the small Maori community of Pawarenga in the far north of the North Island on the edge of Whangape harbor, (where I lived for about fifteen years) I wondered why there was no traditional Maori canoe racing. On reading in the newspaper about Matahi's intended voyage and his dream to rekindle racing of traditional canoes, I knew it was time to do soothing about it and so I was on the beach at Okahu Bay, Auckland on the day the Hawaki Nui arrived in December 1985.

I met Matahi and told him of my plan to start waka ama paddling in the north and to start building canoes. Matahi encouraged me and told me he wanted to do the same thing in the Gisborne/East Cape area.

With the high unemployment in both areas, especially amongst the Maori people, we were able to take advantage of training schemes funded by the government to start these projects. The people of Pawarenga got behind the project wholeheartedly and made it happen. By early 1987 we had a work-training scheme in place; building canoes and paddles and learning the art of paddling and handling them. Ocean knowledge, surf skills and swimming were very much a part of the program.

About this time, I met a Samoan named Pili Muaulu who lived on the coast near Whangarei. He told me of his father's dream to find a suitable log to carve a traditional Samoan Pao Pao, a small two person fishing canoe. Coincidently I had a friend who had a suitable log in his property who I managed to talk into donating. As a result, our trainees, Pili and his family built the first traditional Samoan canoe in New Zealand.

The training scheme in Pawarenga eventually evolve into Nga Hoe Horo O Pawaregna (the fast paddles of Pawarenga) Matahi's group in Gisborne became Mare Kura Canoe Club. Pili's extended family formed a club called Mitamitaga Ole Pasefica Va'a Alo (pride of the pacific canoe club) of Ngunguru. These three clubs along with one other in Okahu, Auckland represented the original four clubs of New Zealand.

In May 1987 at the launching of our first canoe in Pawarenga, a meeting was held to form a national outrigger canoe association. The three founding members of the association named Tatou Hoe o Aotearoa (all the paddlers of Aotearoa), were Nga hoe Horo o Pawarega, Mitamitaga Ole Pasefica Va'a Alo of Ngunguru and Mare Kura of Gusborne. Immediately we started plans to bid for the 1990 IPCF World Outrigger Canoe Sprints.

In July 1987 a team of NZ paddlers, Matahi and Myself traveled to Tahiti to participate in the Turai Festival races. On this trip we gained a lot of experience in paddling and racing Polynesian canoes.

In June 1987, Pili and Myself attended the first international regatta held in Apia, Western Samoa. Whilst there, we spoke of our newly formed association and our wish to host the 1990 World Sprints. When we returned we formally adopted a constitution and elected officers for the association. Matahi was elected as president, Pili as vice president and myself as executive committee.

In August of the same year, teams for Mare Kura and Nga Hoe Horo traveled to Hawaii to participate in the world sprints at Keehi Lagoon, Honolulu, with one men's crew and one women's crew. While there we put in our bid for the 1990 titles and we won the honor.

Much had to be done including the building of a fleet of canoes which was left to me - sixteen, six-person canoes. Although we were supposed to build the newly adopted IPCF hull we had problems in getting it and were instructed by Mary Jane Kahanamoku to "do the best we could with what we had".

The 1990 canoe

We had begun Waka ama with two Tahitian style canoes, which were given to Matahi by Edward Mamaatua. The hull was altered to be as close to the IPCF canoe while keeping in mind the New Zealand ocean conditions. New decks and ama were designed and made.

In re-designing and building the 1990 canoes the over-riding idea was to build for New Zealand conditions, so that the canoes would subsequently be useable for both offshore racing and flat water sprints.

These canoes became the nucleus fleet for outrigger canoe sport in Aotearo. We built them to last and perform and they have. As of this writing they still remain one of the most popular design in New Zealand.

The vast majority of W6 canoes in New Zealand are the 1990 design. There one fault was that they were a little hard to turn, by putting a little more rocker in later models, the turning improved.

As a result of the world sprints held in Orakei Basin in Auckland, which were a resounding success, waka ama was finally and really running. Since then, Outrigger canoe sport in NZ has enjoyed phenomenal growth.

Waka Ama NZ

Moana Nui

I keep you in my heart;

There's always a place for you,

A little, tiny part.

Sometimes it feels that you are near,

Cause a piece of me went with you

And a part of you stayed here.

Sometimes it pierces like a dart

When I remember that you're gone

From ev'ry where except my heart

Thoughts of you float thru my memory;

You are gone but not forgotten,

And that's the way it'll always be.

You were special from

The day that you were born;

You appeared to all of us

A rose among the thorns.

I think of you, and I remember

That inside my heart

There's a place for you, forever. . .

I hold you in my heart.

Pacific voyaging canoe

2011-06-22T17:26:00.000-07:00

Something that is very close to our hearts and minds as my brother heads to Hawaii in a couple of weeks to join the crew

http://www.bigislandvideonews.com/2011/06/20/video-pacific-canoe-voyagers-land-in-hilo-hawaii/

Friday Night Training! Crossfit Noosa Style

2011-06-17T13:59:00.000-07:00

Crossfit Noosa has taken us under there wing in turns of training hard for Molokai 2011. Here is one of the work outs Woogie did last Friday with Coach Daniel Mellor.

Untitled from Jodie Marsh on Vimeo.

Pa'a 'Eono 2011

2011-05-23T17:00:00.000-07:00

Cross Fit Noosa

2011-05-19T17:17:00.000-07:00

Were the Locals Train

Watch this space

Oiwi Water wear - NOW in Stock

2011-05-17T19:58:00.000-07:00

Just arrived

Oiwi Ocean Wear

Hats

Te Shirts

And

More.........

Kia Kaha Outrigger Paddles

2011-05-05T03:44:00.001-07:00

NOW IN STOCK

Kia Kaha Outrigger Canoe Paddles.

We are just unpacking two massive boxes of the fresh off the Plane Outrigger Paddles.

We have a couple of different colour and a few Steers Blades.

Photos up soon.

These will be at the National OC6 Event in Mooloolaba 14 - 15 May.

Steers Paddle Clear

MK White Boarder Spray

Colours In Stock

Boarder spray: White, Blue & Red

Tints: Green, Blue, Clear

Ocean Water Wear - Sun Protection

2011-05-01T15:06:00.000-07:00

We now know that the SPF in a Sunscreen stands for 'Sun Protection Factor'. A product thats provides 30 SPF means that you can stay outdoors 30 times longer than you could with no sun protection. Keep in mind however, everyone burns at a different rate.

The buzz word in the sun protection arena is UPF, 'ultraviolet Protection Factor' rating in fabric developed by the Australian Radiation Labortory.

eg. Lycra which has an elastic thread enables the fabric to stretch and bounce back (memory). It is woven with nylon yarn, then dyed and softened. The Australian UPF rating goes up to 50+ protection.

Oiwi Waterwear has a light weight 4oz lycra knit that is 100% UV protection, fast drying, breathable and super soft.

The protection may be lessened by the fabric being to close to the skin, if the fabric is stretched, is wet, or worn out.

Rash guards are necessary due to skin abraisions caused by chaffing, but keep in mind, a white cotton t-shirt provides only 5% UPF protection (less when wet)

Remember a garmet only protects the skin it covers. Protect other areas by wearing a cap with a four-inch bill, UV protective sunglasses and sunblock.

With all those areas covered, you litterally will save the skin you're in.

Pure Range

2011-04-12T13:14:00.000-07:00

Surf Movies

2011-04-07T17:55:00.000-07:00

Movie Night at Goldern Breed Noosa

Last Mission with Laguna Bay

2011-04-06T20:59:00.000-07:00

Latest ALB

On the final days of being sign with Laguna Bay SUP we headed up off road with Peter Aitchison and a few of the crew from Laguna Bay SUP.

During the session I got to surf Tully's new secret weapon and this is how it went. Off Tap......... Getting the board on rail.....

I would like to thank Tully for designing and making boards for me when no one else in Australia was making them. Laguna Bay is at the leading edge in regards to SUP and make great Custom High end Performance SUP Boards.

Making Room

2011-04-04T19:04:00.000-07:00

We have just sorted the Garage out and now we can fit Makii + Trailer straight into the Garage.

Happy Days

Bluewater Players Closes

2011-03-15T13:01:00.000-07:00

It has been a sad sight to see shops close down over the last couple of months and this month we see the Only SUP Shop in Noosa Close it doors.

Stockiest of a number a high quality SUP gear including the Kia Kaka Paddles we see Bluewater Players have closed its door.

I wish Jonathan and the family a safe journey down to Sydney.

Nakula Taste Test completed

2011-03-15T12:41:00.001-07:00

Got to try the New Nakula last night and WOW!

We were told to drink it like Champaign as there was only a couple of cases in Australia. Must be served Chilled WOW!

I don't drink much Champaign but I would be drinking this stuff like it is going out of fashion.

Such a smooth Natural taste just like drinking coconut from the source.

After a long busy day a can of Nakula hit the spot.

Thanks Tony for thinking of us unreal drink!

James 'Billy' Watson - Big Waves HD

2011-02-17T14:02:00.000-08:00

Good Friend and One of Taj's Hero's

Kia Kaha Wainui Canoes

2011-02-15T12:25:00.001-08:00

Kia Kaha Wainui Canoes.

Standard Cost Now $4000.00

Maui Kjeldsen designed the WAINUI to serve as an all-around canoe for the average sized paddler, to be fast on flat water while excelling in sizable ocean conditions.

The Wainui glides in flat water and excels in rough, sloppy conditions as well.

Seat and ama configuration create a canoe that gives the paddler amazing control.

Specifications:

20'-10" in length

15" wide

Sit in style seat for extra control

Ama rides closer to the pivot point of the canoe in comparison to other OC-1 models for extra performance in rough water

Very efficient footwell drains

Double bungee storage in the front and back

Bungee and paddle clip on back deck to carry a spare paddle

Hull weight: varies depending on lay-up material, starting @ 20-23 pounds

Nakula - Sharing the Coconut with the world

2011-02-13T16:32:00.000-08:00

Nakula brings to you the finest selection of organic coconut products sourced from the best farms in Asia. Nakulas premium range is of the highest quality. You will have peace of mind knowing that we are certified organic.

You will feel good knowing that you are helping a child in need as every time Nakula product is purchased a percentage of our profits are donated to assist disadvantaged communities in Asia.

Experience Nakula today!

The Nakula Story

A compelling history....
It was on a surf trip to the island of Sumba that Tony Lemarseny, a dedicated waterman and seasoned traveller, discovered the unique properties of coconut water. His son, who had fallen ill, was given coconut water by local villagers and made a speedy recovery. Tony was determined that every Australian should be able to share in its remarkable benefits. “I have a strong belief in the benefits of Nakula, and a genuine desire to share this with Australians”

Tony Lemarseny

Nakula

12'6 Surf Session

2011-01-25T18:14:00.000-08:00

Cooloola Explorer

2011-01-25T18:10:00.000-08:00

Thursday night Time Trial

2011-01-25T18:08:00.000-08:00

Family Fun 11'6 Coreban

2011-01-25T18:07:00.000-08:00

END OF YEAR MADNESS SALE

2010-12-30T19:26:00.000-08:00

Friday Madness Sale.

End of year Blow out Canoes must go!!!!

Kia Kaha Wainui Canoe for Sale at $4000.00 AUD

Sale ends 6th January 2011.

Maui Kjeldsen designed the WAINUI to serve as an all-around canoe for the average sized paddler, to be fast on flat water while excelling in sizable ocean conditions.

The Wainui glides in flat water and excels in rough, sloppy conditions as well.
Seat and ama configuration create a canoe that gives the paddler amazing control.

Specifications:

20'-10" in length

15" wide

Sit in style seat for extra control

Ama rides closer to the pivot point of the canoe in comparison to other OC-1 models for extra performance in rough water

Very efficient footwell drains

Double bungee storage in the front and back

Bungee and paddle clip on back deck to carry a spare paddle

Hull weight: varies depending on lay-up material, starting @ 20-23 pounds

New Kia Kaha Web Site

2010-12-28T17:37:00.000-08:00

I have set up a new Kia Kaha Canoes Paddles Australia Web Site

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia

Gives you a run down on where to buy or you can buy online.

Test drive of the 16ft Penetrator

2010-12-16T17:17:00.000-08:00

Stand Up Paddle Surfing - Birth of The Penetrator

2010-12-16T17:16:00.000-08:00

Ocean racing sup

2010-12-16T17:15:00.000-08:00

SUP Noosa

2010-12-16T17:14:00.000-08:00

Waiting for the Defending Champ

2010-12-13T12:59:00.000-08:00

Woogie heading out for a Friday Afternoon Surf

Mike Taking out the Queen Mary for a paddle before the massive Weekend

The Friday was a day to relax and have some fun with some of the Hawaiian Boys who had made the trip over to Australia for the Nationals – this is the 2^nd year they have had the trip and it has been well received by all. Conditions were not the best but all still had fun on the boards. The Fusion 9’ was great in these condition and a couple of people took it out for a test. Keeping in mind a lot of these paddlers are OC1 paddlers not surfers or SUP paddlers at all.

Chris Simmons Getting Wet before the weekend

Woogie Paddling out

Woogie Laying back

Riggs Napoleon getting some waves before the weekend

Sam Williams

Race Day Long Course Briefing - Still no defending Champ

Canoe Line Up

2nd Place Getter Todd Cohan

With just minutes to go before the race start Woogie was still waiting on the beach for Greg Long. After a massive couple of hours a travelling Longi made it to the Park Beach side of Pier Beach with minutes to spare.

Longi had traveled from WA the night before on the red eye to get to the National Titles to defend his OC1 ranking. He arrived into Brisbane Airport at 2:00 am then had to drive to the Gold Coast for a couple of hours sleep before the massive 4 hour drive down to Coffs Harbour for the Long Course race. What they didn't factor in was that NSW has Daylight savings so were running late right from the start - with a couple of quick calls the Long course race was put back by 1 hours with a start time of 12:30.

Waiting on the beach when all the other competitors heading for the start line was good mate Woogie with all his race gear ready and canoe number. Mike had instructed the two to head off from the rock wall on the Park beach side of the harbour. Longi pulled up and Woogie helped him unloaded the canoe and helped rigged it up. This was a great sign of sportsmanship as Woogie could have left with the rest and been waiting on the start line ready to race.

They both got on the water and headed to the start line - Yellow flag went up - cool 2 minutes until race start we have time - with in 30 secs the start grabbed the wrong flag and up went the Green - SHIIIIIITTTTTT they were off like a flash. Woogie was still mucking around with his drinking system that he just got that morning - Bloody ANDY from Paddles sold me a dud - I will have to go 25km without water.

Longi & Woogie started there massive task of fit back - coming back through the field to get towards the front of the pack. Woogie's goal was to improve on last year this is not a good start. With a 100m handicap to make up it was not going to be easy.

Both paddlers made there way through the pack - Woogie ended up getting the drinking system going with one big pull so he was relieved to have fluids.

Final race results

Tavis Grant 1st - OC1 National Title Holder

Todd Cohan 2nd - Improved from last year

Greg Long 3rd - with a 100m handicap you can only but wonder.

Woogie ended up 7th a great improvement from last year and with the fire still in his belly he was happy with his result and only hopes that one of these days gets a race day perfect.

'tis the Season

2010-12-01T16:51:00.000-08:00

It is hard to believe we are already at the close of the first decade in the new Millennium. It seems like yesterday that we were fearful of the Millennium Bug. Some of is held our breath as the clocks struck twelve, but the computers simply sailed on into the new ear along with the rest of us without a single glitch.

This year has been no different to any other - BUSY and that's how we like it!

We've introduced new models and phased out others and we've continued to introduce new programs to benefit our customers. Most recently we launched our KIA KAHA CANOES into AUSTRALIA and with this come more clinics and training squads.

We've also remained active in our community supporting the Noosa Heads Beachboy Surfing Club as well as several other Outrigger Canoe Adventures.

As you can see 2010 has been busy, but so too will 2011 and we're looking forward to it.

From all of us here at Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles we wish you a Safe and Happy Christmas and New Year.

Good Friend and one of Taj hero's James Billy Watson - support crew for Woogie & Jamie during Gold Coast Cup

Jamie Mitchell on the Hiko before the Gold Coast Cup

Woogie on the Hiko before the Gold Coast Cup

New Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Shirt from Oiwi

The COREBAN Great Melbourne Race

2010-11-20T14:11:00.000-08:00

It is with great pleasure that COREBAN International and Stand Up Paddle Victoria (SUP VIC) combine to present the inaugural running of THE GREAT MELBOURNE PADDLE, launching the 2010/11 Summer season on Victoria’s Port Phillip Bay.

Slated for Sunday 5th December, THE GREAT MELBOURNE PADDLE brings together Stand Up Paddle (SUP) with Ironman style Prone Paddle Boarding, and welcomes participants of all ages, experience and abilities.

To be held at picturesque Green Point, Brighton Beach, THE GREAT MELBOURNE PADDLE will be a family friendly day featuring kids races, social paddling, a 2km short course social race, and the blue riband Legends of the Bay 8km race. If conditions permit the 8km main event will be run between Ricketts Point, Beaumaris and Green Point. Reputations will be made and old scores settled as the cream of Victoria’s crop goes toe-to-toe with interstate raiders in this flat water classic.

Also on hand will be internationally renowned OC1 and SUP champion Woogie Marsh to provide invaluable paddling tips. Additionally, Woogie will be conducting a clinic on Saturday 4th December outside SHQ café, Jetty Rd Sandringham, focussing on correct stroke technique and injury prevention. And hopefully Woogie’s expert advice will help you improve your skills and get amongst the prizes on the day.

Speaking of which, SUP VIC is pleased to welcome Bendigo Bank Sandringham Branch,Island Tribe Sun Protection, and SHQ Boardsports as prize sponsors of THE GREAT MELBOURNE PADDLE with more sponsors to be announced in the coming days. The event will recognise Juniors, Women and Open champions in both SUP and Prone Paddle Boarding across the short and long course races. Additionally, lucky draw prizes will be awarded so all competitors are in with a chance to go home a winner.

Competitor entry on the day will be $20 for the 2km short course race or $30 for the 8km Legends of the Bay race. However pre-registration online prior to race day will earn a $10 discount. To redeem your discount pre-register now click here.

So whether you’re the next Danny Ching or Jamie Mitchell, or whether you just like to cruise about and have fun, get out on the water and get training, get fit, and get ready for the inaugural running of THE GREAT MELBOURNE PADDLE.

lovely sad true story

2010-11-20T13:46:00.000-08:00

Colours of the Rainbow

2010-11-20T13:37:00.000-08:00

New KIA KAHA Stock Paddles in Store Now

Noosa Surf Works - Noosaville QLD

Bluewater Players - Noosa Junction QLD

Funs Back Surf - Cottosloe WA

Greenline SUP Store - Mermaid Beach QLD

All Above Board - Lennox Heads NSW

More Stores to come Near you.

Gold Coast Cup Relay Video

2010-11-15T19:15:00.000-08:00

1 Man Relay with Woogie(www.jamie-mitchell.com) from Jamie Mitchell on Vimeo.

Paddle for a Life

2010-11-15T19:13:00.001-08:00

Background

The Torres Straits encompasses an area of 48,000 square kilometers and contains 20 Island communities. Traditionally travel in this area is by vessel. Due to this fact the Torres Straits has the highest annual number of Search and Rescues incidents throughout Australia.

An audit of Search and Rescue incidents within the Torres Straits has revealed that in the majority of circumstances a lack of awareness of maritime legislation and safety requirements has been a contributing cause.

A lack of awareness on the requirements of and legislation relating to maritime safety is a contributor to such incidents occurring and a major concern for stakeholder agencies coordinating and responding to such incidents.

Through on going meetings and discussions with Water Police, Australian Maritime Safety Authority, Volunteer Marine Rescue and Customs, it was revealed that there is an ongoing need for maritime safety awareness and education in the Torres Straits.
Torres Strait Islander communities are to be made aware of the following:

• Maritime safety legislation
• Maritime safety requirements
• Marine safety strategies

It was proposed that members of Thursday Island Police and stakeholder agencies conduct Maritime Safety Awareness information sessions and associated projects.

Project

Thursday Island Police have initiated Project ‘Paddle for a Life’ which is a significant Torres Strait Island hopping, outrigger marathon, crewed by indigenous and non indigenous stakeholder agency representatives within the Torres Straits. This project aims to increase maritime safety awareness by people living in Island communities throughout the Torres Strait and at the same time reduce the number of Search and Rescue incidents in the area. This in turn would reduce the enormous financial expenditure in managing search and rescue incidents.
Project ‘Paddle for a Life’ will be a three phase project as per the following:
• Phase One – Conduct an outrigger marathon commencing at Darnley Island (Erub Island) via a number of Torres Strait Islands and finishing at Thursday Island.
• Phase Two – Project stakeholder agencies to conduct maritime safety presentations at Islands visited throughout the marathon period.
• Phase Three – Generate significant local, state and national, print and electronic media interest into Search and Rescue activities within the Torres Strait during phases one and two.

Project Itinerary and Route

This project intends to commence on the 31 January 2011 which will see participating stakeholder agencies travel to Darnley Island and commence the marathon on the 1st February 2011 from Darnley Island.

This commencing date has been chosen due to the fact the sea conditions at this time of the year and predicted tides are most favorable and is traditional the peak period for search and rescues in the Torres Strait area.

The proposed itinerary and route of the marathon is as follows:

Day One – Darnley Island to York Island (Presentation at York Island)
Day Two – York Island to Coconut Island (Presentation at Coconut Island)
Day Three – Coconut Island to Yam Island (Presentation at Yam Island)
Day Four – Yam Island to Kai Reef (overnight anchorage)
Day Five – Kai Reef to Mabuiag Island (Presentation at Mabuaig Island)
Day Six – Mabuiag Island to Badu Island (Presentation at Badu Island)
Day Seven – Badu Island to Thursday Island (Finishing ceremony at Thursday Island)

The total distance travelled over the marathon will be approximately 148 nautical miles over a 7 day period.

Sponsorship/Donations sought

From this letter we are trying to source some paddles for the project and any help in this area would be greatly appreciated.

Jarrad BANKS
Senior Constable 18977
Thursday Island Police Station
Ph. 4069 1520
Fax. 4069 1432

Jamie Mitchell On a Kia Kaha Hiko

2010-11-03T22:12:00.000-07:00

JAMIE MITCHELL

With the Gold Coast Cup Relay just around the corner Woogie needed a Partner to do the 35 Km OC1 Relay. Who better than Jamie Mitchell.

Check out a little clip of him test riding the Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Hiko Canoe at Currumbin Alley.

SUP Australia Inc Website

2010-10-31T01:18:00.000-07:00

Things are progressing well.

1. The SUP Australia Inc website is now up. www.sup-australia.com

It's very basic at the moment. We will be reformatting, adding in other information including sponsorships pages, advertising etc.

LAGUNA BAY LONGBOARDS STAND-UP PADDLE DIVISION NOOSA'S BIGGEST EVER

2010-10-29T00:35:00.000-07:00

"War on Water"

Noosa's own Laguna Bay Longboards will sponsor the biggest ever stand up paddle
division at the 2011 Noosa Festival of Surfing. In a joint announcement,
Laguna's Tully St John and festival director Phil Jarratt said the expansion of
the division was in keeping with the tremendous growth of stand up around the
world.

The four-year-old Stand Up Paddle Pro surfing event will be joined by amateur
divisions for seniors (over 45) and women, plus a 5-kilometre "loop" race on
Laguna Bay prior to the Festival's opening ceremony on Sunday, 13 March.

"We wanted the SUPS at the Noosa Festival to reflect what's happening
everywhere in the world of stand up," said Tully St John. "That is, everyone is
doing it, from surfers of all ages to serious watermen and surf paddlers, from
kids to mums who see it as a great workout. Laguna Bay Longboards SUPS will
cater to all of them, and we expect to attract stand up paddlers from all over."

Festival director Phil Jarratt said he was delighted that a local surf company
had come in as sponsor. "Under his various surfboard brands, Tully has been a
major player in the local industry for quite a while now, and it's great to see
him developing SUPS alongside traditional surfboards. While stand up has
developed a life of its own in many land-locked places, on our coasts we want
to see it grow side by side with surfing, and so does our governing body,
Surfing Australia. We're all from the same tribe, and the Laguna Bay SUPS
division at the Noosa Festival will demonstrate that."

Tully said he had been inspired by recent stand up paddle races, such as the
Battle of the Paddle in Hawaii and California, to work with surf club officials
in creating a loop course close to the beach, so that spectators could watch
the entire race "up close and personal". Competitors will paddle five times
around a one-kilometre triangular course, punctuating each circuit with a beach
sprint. "Racing is always thrilling when you've got the paddle in your hands,"
Tully said, "But we want to make it just as exciting for the spectators." The
Battle of the Paddle at Doheny Beach, California in early October, broke
spectator records with almost 10,000 people gathering to watch a thrilling
race, with more than 800 competitors in the water.

Entry forms for the Laguna Bay Longboards Stand Up Paddle division are now
available on-line at the festival site, or you can download the attached form
and fax to 07 5473 5974. For further information phone the hotline.

Other divisions now open are:

Fin-Free Pro, Noserider Pro, Tandem Open, Family Challenge

www.noosafestivalofsurfing.com HOTLINE: 07 5473 5676

SUP Australia Inc. Peak Body Finally Born!!!

2010-10-28T23:38:00.001-07:00

SUP Australia Inc. Peak Body Finally Born!!!

Standup Paddlesurfing in Australia has been crying out for a national association and finally due to the hard work and dedication of Tania Nesbitt, SUP Australia Inc. has been born. The aim of the association is to provide rules, regulation and training in the sport and support clubs with start-up as well as providing competitively priced insurance packages. The association will also consult with local councils on SUP School accreditation and genral requirements.

The progress so far..

7 Clubs have come onboard.
Former ASP Head Judge Perry Hatchett has come onboard to compile the rules & regs.
The surfing rules will follow the criteria as set by the SUP World Tour. (See Details HERE)
Sponsorship being finalised.
Event program being prepared, expect at least one major event before the end of the year!

The current Board Of Directors are:

Jamie Mitchell
Will Anido
Darren Borg
Simon Dodd
Andrew Cassidy
Stuart Murray
Paul Jackson
Jodie Marsh
Woogie Marsh

The association is on the lookout for representives from WA, TAS, SA & VIC to sit on the board.

All interested parties can contact Tania at info@sup-australia.com

Living the Stoke Movie...

2010-10-28T23:31:00.001-07:00

Just a few days short of a year from when we filmed the trip....Finally it's out Here's the link to the trailer and the e-broucher for the Australian Premier , hope you enjoy the fantastic vision and original Australian sounds tracks. Please forward this to your friends...

Click here to watch the trailer>>http://vmail.fotomedia.com.au/livingthestoke

King of the Coast 2010

2010-10-25T19:44:00.000-07:00

2010 THINK KAYAK KING OF THE COAST

Race 6 AORS

MOFFAT BEACH (WINDS PERMITTING - TBA) TO MOOLOOLABA
MOOLOOLAH RIVER

Saturday 30th October 2010

9.30am - 10.15am	Ken Wallace Paddling Clinic CLARK PARK River Esplanade (Race finish area).
10.30am - 12.30pm	Pre-race registration at Moffat headland. Pickup race top , timing anklet and Goodie bag, drink voucher.
1.20pm	Race briefing for all
1.30pm	RACE START ALL AWAY Moffats Beach
From 1.30pm	Manufacturer and product stalls, bbq, drinks, music, jumping castle, face painting at O'Connor's Beach Park - Mooloolaba; gold coin donation to SC Children's Therapy Centre
2.20pm	First competitors may start to arrive at Point Cartwright
3.30pm	Dash for Cash followed straight after by Presentations

Race Information:

Race will commence from Moffat Beach at 1.30pm sharp. Registration will be at race start 9am - 11am.

Briefing 15 mins prior to start Moffat Beach.

The course will be approximately 16kms long from Moffat Headland to inside the Mooloolaba Marina straight to waters front of O'Connor's Beach Park (past The Wharf tavern Mooloolaba) through Think Kayak sand Finish and over timing plate.

Race date is 30th October 2010.
King of the coast is now proud to be a part of the Australian Racing Series.

The AORS is a national series incorporating 10 ocean racing events. The series will travel around the country to Australia's most popular beaches showcasing men and women competing in a variety of categories in the only ocean racing series of its kind. The time of start may differ depending upon wind conditions and starting point. Information we will endeavor to deliver by text and email so please add mobile and emails numbers to registration and/or check website for updates.

****Updated information: please note that 'the Twist' Teams and Double race has been cancelled from the AORS event program this season so there will be no Double Championships. So too has the Lion Island Challenge.

POINTS AND SERIES CHAMPIONS

Updated info: Competitors will take their best 6 results from 10 races which will decide the national champion in the various categories as outlined below.

All events will be awarded equal points with the exception of the Doctor which will be awarded double points.

The Finn Kayaks Coastal Challenge is a teams event and will have points awarded towards the AORS series points.

*Double points awarded for the Doctor

KOTC and AORS CATEGORIES

Open

Open Women

Under 20 Men

Under 20 Women

Over 40 Men

Over 40 Women

Over 50 Men

Under 20ft craft Men

Under 20ft craft Women

Mixed Double

SUP Open board size Men

SUP Open board size Women

SUP 12'6 and under Men

SUP 12'6 and under Women

Paddleboard Open board size Men

Paddleboard Open board size Women

OC1 Men

OC1 Women

OC1 u/21 (KOTC only)

Category Descriptions

Under 20 ft Any craft under 20ft for example Think craft, Fenn XT, Epic Sport, all Spec Ski's, Plastics

Under 20 Must be 20 or under as of the first AORS event of the series

Over 40 Must be 40 or over as of the first AORS event of the series

Over 50 Must be 50 or over as of the first AORS event of the series

Sunshine Coast Paddlers Club

Noosa OC1 OC2 QLD Series Race

2010-10-20T02:09:00.000-07:00

Noosa outrigger Canoe Club OC1 OC2 QLD Series Race

NOCC is delighted to be hosting the 4th race of the 2010 AOCRA SQZ series for OC-1s and OC-2s plus surfskis and SUPs. Last year the weather was very kind to us and offered a challenging and testing event for all paddlers especially those in the long course. Let's hope for similar conditions again this year.

In line with AOCRA SQZ's recommendations, our regatta will comprise a short course of 8km which will be run within the confines of Laguna Bay (but hopefully incorporate some downhill run), a number of shorter courses for the juniors and an 20km long course which will extend beyond the Noosa National Park headland and work down the coast and back.

If conditions are too windy or dangerous the courses can be changed to the bay or moved to the river so there will be a race of some description irrespective of the weather.

As always we would appreciate paddlers entering early to enable us to arrange appropriate numbers of support craft which is never easy at the best of times.

We look forward to big turn out and fair weather for a great day in Noosa.

Programme

Race headquarters will be located at Noosa Main Beach, west of the Middle Groyne. Access to the beach is from Claude Batten Drive which is a continuation of Hastings Street.

07:30 Briefing for Short (8km) Course

07:45 Start of SUPs Short Course

08:00 Start of OC-1/2 all divisions including 19U OC-1, 16U OC-2 and surfskis

09:15 Briefing for all Junior courses

09:30 Start 14U OC-1 and 12U OC-2 (2km)

10:15 Start 12U OC-1 (1km)

10:45 Start 16U OC-1 and 14U OC-2 (4km)

11:45 Briefing for Long (20km) Course

12:15 Start of OC-1/2 all divisions including 19U OC-2 and surfskis

12:30 Junior prize presentations.

High Tide: 07:50 (1.80 m) Low Tide: 14:03 (0.52 m)

Full Moon

Race Location.

The start and finish of all events will be located just off the beach to the left (West) of the Middle Groyne. Make sure you come to the race briefing for details.

The registration tent will be positioned at the back of the beach just to the left (West) of the middle groyne of Noosa Main Beach. Direct access is via the first car park on the right as you drive down Claude Batten Drive.

This is a small car park and will not accommodate all paddlers' vehicles but there is a host of other car parks on both sides of Claude Batten Drive.

Please do not block the emergency access to the beach at the first car park which leads to the life guard tower, thank you.

Entry Fees

Entries should be done on line before the day of the race. If you enter late evening there is chance we won't receive your online rego so please do before end of business on Friday 22nd October. Thank you. We will not be accepting cash on the day.

Senior paddler: $16 per race

Junior paddler: $10 per race

Ski/SUP (AOCRA Member): $16 per race

Ski/SUP (non AOCRA Member): $16 plus $20 AOCRA Fee (Insurance)

Procedure

All paddlers should ensure they both sign in and sign out at the registration desk. This will assist in the accuracy of the results and for safety reasons.

Each paddler should ensure s/he has a lifejacket on the canoe or on their person and that the canoe has a leg leash.

Please don't make us disqualify paddlers, as we have had to in the past, due to the lack of safety equipment. We will have club members checking canoes as they leave the beach and as they return.

Medals for juniors

Medals for juniors 16 and under will be presented at 12.30am during the running of the long course race.

Courses

The tentative courses are as shown. However, these may change depending on prevailing weather conditions, and other factors with the race director's decision being final. If the race needs to be moved to the river the launch site is but a short walk away and there would be no need to move your vehicles.

Notes

There will be no food tent at the event. However, there is no need for you to go hungry as there is a food court, supermarket and no end of cafes down on Hastings Street all within a short walk of the venue.

Noosa Race Maps

NEW CONTACT DETAILS

2010-10-19T17:49:00.000-07:00

We have new contact details

kiakahapaddles@gotalk.net.au

jmarsh@gotalk.net.au

Cell: 0412 598 929

Oiwi Shirts for Sale!!

2010-10-19T17:06:00.000-07:00

STAND OUT FROM THE REST AND PADDLE IN THE BEST!

New 'Oiwi Ocean Gear Apparel.

Our mission at ‘Ōiwi is to provide functional, attractive apparel for paddlers and ocean sport enthusiasts. One definition of ‘ōiwi means native in the Hawaiian language and our designs capture the unique lifestyle of the Hawaiian islands.

Over 95% of our products are cut, sewn, and printed in the U.S.A. We pride ourselves in partnering with U.S. companies to bring our products to market. All products have been developed and designed by ’Ōiwi in Hawai‘i.

With the Summer Heat on its way get yourself into a 'Oiwi Paddling top

Wahine Cap Sleeve

Sleeveless Mens Cut

Wahine, Tane Long Sleeve

Ōiwi Ocean Gear produces custom apparel for canoe clubs, SUP Clubs, schools, and teams. ‘Ōiwi has been worn by many of the foremost paddling clubs and crews in the world, including Lanikai Canoe Club, Kai ‘Ōpua, Kailua Canoe Club, Hawaiian Canoe Club, Alapa Hoe Canoe Club, New York Outrigger, Wai Nui Kanaka and in recent years Team Bradley, the women’s championship crew that won the recent Na Wahine O Ke Kai, the famed Moloka‘i to O‘ahu canoe race.

If you are interested in ordering custom jerseys, pricing, stock colors, and design fees please contact us.
All custom orders require a 50% deposit of the total invoice.

If your club/team requires a non-stock color, please ask about our minimums for non-stock colors. If you feel you cannot meet the minimum order for a custom color please contact us. We may be able to fulfill your desired color by pairing your order with another club or organization.

Jerseys in stock colors are available now and can be ordered through our Australian sales representative Jodie Marsh.

Pa'a 2010 - 2011 Steinlager Winer Series

2010-09-30T20:23:00.000-07:00

Downwind Paddle

2010-09-29T18:26:00.003-07:00

With the increase in Wind and ground swell Woogie headed out early to get a downwind paddle down before work.

Launched off Peregian Beach only just making it through the shore dump and heading towards Noosa Heads.

Photos to come

Father & Son Training

2010-09-29T18:16:00.000-07:00

With the school Holidays in there last week - Taj has been getting out there and making the most of the sun and good paddling weather.

Taj heading out with is Dad at Noosa River Mouth and caught some good little waves on his Laguna Bay SUP 7' Board from Tully while Woogie was testing out a 10'6 Rockett from Coreban.

Taj in position

Pro Choice Safety Gear - Burleigh Ocean Challenge

2010-09-14T18:29:00.000-07:00

Mooloolaba Time Trials

2010-08-30T15:05:00.000-07:00

Paddles Australia & Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia are joining forces andstarting up a Time Trial training session to help increase races in the Sunshine Coast area.

Races will start off as a Saturday Mid Morning Session on OC1, OC2 & Ski's every fortnight.

A Course & B Course

Meet Area Mooloolaba Spit.

Time: TBA

To get the Ball rolling we are starting with a -

Friday Night Hit Out

Mooloolaba Spit

4:15 Rego

4:30 Start

More information to come.

Kia Kaha Canoe Results

2010-08-23T15:58:00.000-07:00

Over the last 3 weeks we have been busy delivering canoes to New Kia Kaha Team Members.

Our first delivery was to Steve Murphy on the Gold Coast who paddled away very happy with his purchase.

Next was a couple of canoes in Cornulla to Karl & Stewert. Karl raced his canoe that day in the Pacifica Ocean paddling Club Winter Warm up 8km. Karl was the first to start the ball rolling with a great result. With conditions looking good for a warm sunny day it soon turned nasty with a hail storm hitting the paddlers as they finished the race.

Karl finished 4th over all in the OC1 division and 2nd in his 40+ Mens OC1 Division - great work Karl.

Also spotted was Andy from Paddles using on of our Kia Kaha Hybrid Paddles during the race.

In total 3 Hiko Canoes have gone down Sydney way so keep an eye out for them at the next Pacifica Ocean Paddle Club Race.

Closer to home we had a good turn out with 4 canoes being race at the SEQ OC1 Series Races at Mooloolaba. The Short Course saw 4 SUP paddlers sit down and take a relaxing paddle around a 8km course. Paul Jackson who is heading over to Germany at the end of this week ended up 3rd on a Kia Kaha Hiko canoe & SUP paddling mates Steve & Steve did well and finished their first OC1 race.

Packing the Roar Industries Van for the trip home

Two Kia Kaha Canoes & 4 SUP Boards

In the SEQ Series Race Long course - Moffats to Mooloolaba saw New up and comer Nick Dennis take out the Kia Kaha Wainui - Nick is a new member to the Kia Kaha Australian Team. Nick raced well to come in just in front of Woogie for 4th & 5th Places.

Nick having his first test on the Wainui Canoe

Moffats race start

Woogie closest to the support boat getting a good run off the start

In the Juniors we had our son Taj represent the Kia Kaha team. With the wind blowing Taj only made it half way before turning around and heading back to the start line.

Next Race - Tweed Coast 11 September 2010

Hiko & Wainui on Show

2010-08-18T16:59:00.001-07:00

This weekend the Kia Kaha Hiko & Wainui Canoes will be on show in both The Mooloolaba Short Course 8 km Race, Junior Short Course 1km Race & Long Course Race 16km.

The Goal for the Kia Kaha Team this year is to introduce new paddlers to the sport of OC1 Paddling. We have looked at Hawaii and the success they have had with both OC1 & SUP so are targeting SUP distance Paddlers to have a sit down.

The good thing about introducing SUP Paddles to OC1 Paddling it makes the two ocean sports strong and a great way to cross train.

Paul Jackson Demoing the Hiko Canoe at Currumbin

Look out for SUP Distance Paddler Paul Jackson, Alison Fullagar fresh back from Hawaii. Both competed in the Molokai to Oahu SUP Division. Both paddlers are doing the short course on Kia Kaha OC1's.

Alison Fullagar Testing the Wainui

In the Juniors and racing for the first time Taj Marsh - he was super pumped to watch Riggs Napoleon from Hawaii tackle the Molokai to Oahu race he is entered in the Juniors U12 1km race.

Taj & Woogie on the Kia Kaha Canoes doing a training session off Noosa

In the Main race we have Woogie Marsh & Nick Dennis - the conditions are looking like a long and flat race so will be interesting to see Paddlers first race fitness.

All Above Board

2010-08-18T16:40:00.000-07:00

New Stockest of Kia Kaha SUP Paddles

All Above Board

Ballina Street

Lennox Heads

NSW

Shop Owner Noel Graham at this years Malfunction in Kingscliff.

OC1 Clinic Mooloolaba

2010-08-12T19:04:00.000-07:00

OC1 Ocean Clinic: Mooloolaba

15^th August 2010

Free for AOCRA Members

Intermediate through to advanced

Venue: Mooloolaba Boat Ramp - over the fence from Mooloolaba Outrigger Club

Time: 10.00am registration for a 10.30am start

Conclusion: 12.30pm

New Email Address

2010-08-12T00:12:00.000-07:00

We have a new Email Address

jmarsh@gotalk.net.au

we will be setting up a couple more address over the next couple of days.

BIG Week with a BIGGER Weekend

2010-08-11T23:41:00.000-07:00

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia finally got its container full of canoes! With a long week of super high stress dealing with customers and freight forwarders & the local council to get permits we finally got the truck to deliver the container on Saturday Morning.

The Truck coming down our little street with a 40' container

He had to back - back up the street to turn around - this is Uncle backing back down to the house ready to unload.

Uplifting the container and placing it on the grass verge in front of the house.

The next question was - Do you have bolt cutters? No! we had to improvise with a hammer, hacksaw & wood pick. We got the bolt off in record time to open the doors and start unloading.

Taj would have loved watching this big truck & truck driver do his thing.

The truck was unloaded in record time.

Then he was gone.

Our front yard! - We quickly moved the canoes to the pool area and to the back of the house then raced to Paddle fit.

After Paddle fit we heading home to set up a couple of canoes for Demo on the Gold Coast on the Sunday. We packed the trailer up with a couple of Hiko Canoes and a couple of Wainui Canoes.

One the Sunday Morning we set up at Winders Park in Currumbin for a demo with Roar Industries SUP group.

Jacko Testing out the Hiko Canoe

Steve on the Wainui heading for a boat wash.

Our little man - just was amping to get out there on the canoe. We had a paddle sized up for him and he was off.

Steve on the Hiko

Some of the Ladies waiting for a go

Ali having a go - after he Molokai experience she was happy to give a sit down sport a go.

Steve a happy customer paddling out from Currumbin for a paddle up the coast. Steve loved his canoe so much over the 2 days he spent about 4 hrs on his new canoe.

We are holding another demo day this weekend 14th August up at Lions Park Noosa. We have also got canoes heading to Sydney for one of the Fenn races at Mona Vale.

Otherwise catch us at the 1st Oc1 Man Series race in Mooloolaba on the 21st August.

The Gromm Factor

2010-07-15T19:44:00.000-07:00

Can you remember when you were a Gromm, care free, fearless, trusting of strangers! - Well some things never change.

Taj with his new Laguna Bay SUP Board 7 x 26 1/2 x 4 1/4

Out there

Paddling out using his Kia Kaha Double Bend Wooden Paddle

First waves on his new board. - Priceless

Kicking out

Geoff Fanno - Little Cove

Zye Norris - Little Cove

Just sitting on the nose.

Being a Gromm is priceless

Early Bird Canoe Special

2010-07-05T23:21:00.000-07:00

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia is offering an EARLY BIRD SPECIAL for the new arrival of two of its canoes.

The Wainui: Big Water

Maui Kjeldsen designed the Wainui to serve as an all-around canoe for the average sized paddler, to be fast on flat water while excelling in sizable ocean conditions.

The Wainui glides in flat water and excels in rough, sloppy condition as well. Seat and ama configurations create a canoe that gives the paddler amazing control.

Specifications:

20 - 10" in length

15" wide

The ama rides closer to the pivot point for the canoe in comparisons to other OC1 models for extra performance in rough water.

Very efficient footwell drainage system.

Double Bungee storage front & back.

Bungee with paddle clip at the back for extra paddle.

The Hiko: Lightning

The Hiko is Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles newest design. We accomplished all of our goals with the design of our new Hiko OC-1 Canoe. Like every canoe manufacturer, we were trying to create a canoe that excels in all conditions. With the Hiko, we believe we did it. We sharpened up the entry, took out a little tail rocker and moved the cockpit forward, resulting in a canoe with effortless acceleration on the bumps and great glide in the flat. Slight changes to the tail of the ama were also made to improve the release.

Specifications:

21" in Length

15. 1/2" in wide at seat

Very efficient footwell drainage system.

Double Bungee storage front & back.

Bungee with paddle clip at the back for extra paddle.

Early Bird Special Deals:

Just Canoe (either Wainui or Hiko) $4700

Canoe (either Wainui or Hiko) + Canoe Stretch Cover + Tie Downs $4750

Canoe (Either Wainui or Hiko) + Canoe Stretch Cover + Tie Downs + Kia Kaha Hybrid Paddle $5000.

Woogie M: 0421 598 929

jmarsh@gotalk.net.au

Giving back to a Community Group

2010-07-05T18:38:00.001-07:00

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia on the 4th July weekend gave something back to the Local SUP Community.

With the aid of there new OC4 Surfing Canoe Makii II - Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles helped out the local SUP club with paddling technique & waves knowledge.

The time went to fast and before we know it - it was tome to go home.

Thanks to the help of a few club members for helping rig & de-rigg Makii II and put him back onto the trailer.

Jason, Dave, Taj & Woogie

Father & Son

Taj & Dave on a wave with Makii II in the back ground

Next Noosa Heads Beach Boys Surfing Club Day we will be taking Makii II out again for more fun in the sun, sand & Surf.

2nd Annual Expression Session Demo Day

2010-07-05T18:25:00.000-07:00

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia have signed up again for the 2nd Annual Expression Session Demo Day.

The event this year has move forward to September so the use of the Noosa River Mouth with both Surf & Flat water can be use.

Well we are on the downward slide back into Summer. The Beach Boys Surfing Club is organising its 2nd Annual Expression Session Demo Day.

The Event last year was a great hit even with the weather conditions we had, we all had fun trying out the new boards that were on offer.

Cost is $10 for non Beach Boy Surfing Club Members to cover insurance. We are also putting together an Ocean Clinic with some of Australia's Top SUP Paddlers. Cost for this is yet to be confirmed. We are also working on random spot prizes to make the day interesting.

Dates to lock in
4th September 2010 (Saturday)
Noosa River Mouth

Will get more details closer to the time.

Already confirmed
GSI
Coreban
Kia Kaha
Bluewater Players
Quiver Kaddy

Greenline SUP Shop

Lahui Kai

Expressed Interest
Surf Tech
PSH
Naish

I have tried to contact all manufacturers but if you are interested and you haven't heard from me please let me know.

Noosa Heads Beach Boys Surfing Club

Paddle Fit Session

2010-06-30T01:25:00.000-07:00

PADDLE FIT SESSION

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles offers 'on water training' solutions to ensure you master the perfect paddling technique, skills and fitness level required for all types of paddling disciplines.

Our experience and coaching talent is extensive, and our world-class coaches; Jodie & Woogie Marsh have extensive experience across numerous paddling disciplines. Woogie has represented New Zealand at World Outrigger Canoe Sprints & Numerous overseas event such as the Molokai Crossing winning 2 times and never out of the top 5, whilst Jodie is a qualified SUP trainer with experience in both Outrigger Canoeing & SUP stroke Correction & Nutrition. Together they share a wealth of paddling knowledge and expertise to assist you to paddle at your best.

PADDLING CLASSES

Reserve your spot today at one of the following classes:

Ladies Paddle Fit: A 1 hour 30 min paddling fitness training class focusing on strength, power and endurance work outs whilst incorporating paddling specific core exercises. Sessions will also focus on technique and will vary in intensity.

Ocean Paddle Fit: A 1 hour 30 min paddle session developing an eye for swell catching. The Fitness training class focusing on strength, power and endurance work.
Paddle Fit: A 1 hour 30 min paddling fitness training class focusing on strength, power and endurance work outs whilst incorporating paddling specific core exercises. Sessions will also focus on technique and will vary in intensity. Reflect upon your technique and utilise our expertise to master the perfect paddling stroke.
Contact us to register your interest for the next class.

Times: 9:00 am

Day: Monday

Class: Ladies Paddle Fit

Time: 9:00 am

Day: Wednesday

Class: Ocean Paddle Fit

Time: 9:00 am

Day: Friday

Class: Ocean Paddle Fit

Time: 8:30 am

Day: Saturday

Class: Paddle Fit

Time: 8:00 am

Day: Sunday

Group: Beach Boys Surfing Club

* PADDLE FIT - SATURDAY TAKEN MY WOOGIE MARSH INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCE.

**BEACH BOY CLUB DAY - FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH 8:00 - 10:00AM.

Cost:

LADIES PADDLE FIT $10 per class Concession cards available on request

OCEAN PADDLE FIT $10 per class - Concession cards Available

PADDLE FIT $12 per class - Concession Cards Available

BOOKINGS: To book text name and class to 0412 598 929 or E: kiakahapaddles@optusnet.com.au

TECHNIQUE TUITION

Utilise the expertise of Woogie Marsh to master the perfect technique.

Organise an individual session or a group of 2 or 3 with your paddling friends.

Cost: 1 person: $75 2 people: $50 pp 3 people: $40 pp

All technique Tuition is video so you can see what is happening and have a reference.

Ocean Paddle Fit

Ocean Paddle Fit is our regular training squad that paddles every Wednesday & Friday at Noosa. Paddling in a group environment is not only more enjoyable but greatly assists in improving your speed and skills. Our training methodology is very practical, easy to follow and designed to work for all levels of paddlers. Ocean Paddle Fit key focus areas are:

Paddle fitness
Improving technique
Improving ocean surf skills
Improving race times

The Training - Molokai 2 Oahu 2010

2010-06-29T21:22:00.000-07:00

Seasons of Training - Periods of Training - Subphased - Mesocycles - Microcycles

WHAAAAAAT

To make it simple

Base One - Pre Season General Prep

Working On Technique / Endurance

Base Two - Still Pre Season Specific Prep

Endurance / moving into Strength / Endurance

Speed - Pre Comp

Speed

In Season - Competitive Racing / Surfing

High Maintenance.

With this in mind I set on my training programme diary 16 weeks out from

MOLOKAI 2 OAHU.

I am in the last 3 weeks of my Molokai 2 Oahu Training Programme. Intensity has increase and endurance has decrease every training session is short and sweet with the odd long session too still have the endurance base. I am luck that I can do a couple of Outrigger Canoe Session as well and surf sessions which helps with the explosive component of my programme. I am a firm believer that what the day brings is how you train and living on the Sunshine Coast we get a good amount of both Surf & Down wind condition.

I have mixed my weeks up with Biking, swimming, gym workouts, outrigger OC1 paddling, OC4 Surfing Canoe & SUP. This helps make it interesting and also I get to spend time with my family.

The Race - Molokai 2 Oahu 2010

2010-06-29T21:16:00.000-07:00

The Race

Race Date: Sunday July 25^th 2010

Entry Deadline: July 1^st 2010

Distance: 32 Miles across the Kaiiwi Channel

Course: From Kaluakoi Beach in Molokai to Muanalua Bay in Oahu. The course is approximately 32 miles form point to point and depending on wind and currents can take competitors to the north or south to ride swells and the tide.

Information: We have tried to compile all the information that you will need in planning for your race and travel in the following sections. We will be updating this section as we get closer to the event and encourage you to check back regularly.

History

How the Molokai Paddleboard race began –

From the desk of Mike Takahashi, Race Director

In 1996 paddleboarding was making a comeback. The sport, once the domain of only the most hardcore of waterman and big wave riders back in the late 50’s and 60’s had found a new set of acolytes on the North Shore of Oahu and in Honolulu at the Outrigger Canoe Club. At that time Hawaii’s top paddler was Dawson Jones. He had just completed the 32 mile Catalina Classic and felt that we could do the same thing here with the Molokai Channel. He got together with his training partners, Garrett Macamara, Charlie Walker, Dennis Pang, and I, Mike Takahashi to see if we thought it was possible to start a Molokai to Oahu paddleboard race in the following year, While we all agreed it was a great idea, only Dawson, Garrett, and I decided to try and put it together. Garrett and I started Epic Sports Productions as a means of keeping the race separate from our own personal finances. I put up all the initial start up money.

I realized early on that entry fees could not cover the cost of the race, so we began to look for sponsors. Pete Johnson put us in touch with Barrett tester, a freelance marketer, who assisted in establishing a relationship and money from a division at Quicksilver, called Q, which at the time was trying to establish itself as a line for “watermen.” I think Robert Redding was the director of the division at the time. It came together and the first crossing happened in July 1997. I did almost everything leading up to the race, Dawson organized the safety boats, and Garrett and Andrea ran the finish, since I was on Molokai organizing and paddling in the race.

The first race was a success in many ways. It was an instant hit with the local media. The contestants were stoked; we crossed the channel, a historic first time. Barrett ended up getting a job at Quicksilver and Mick Dibetta was on the way to becoming the father of Australian paddleboarding. I also realized that this event had a mystique and filled the void left by the lack of big winter surf during the summer. I knew that it had to be preserved and perpetuated. This year will mark the 14^th annual running of the event. Amazing. Have a safe and fun crossing.

Molokai 2 Oahu

The Channel - Molokai 2 Oahu Paddle 2010

2010-06-29T21:06:00.000-07:00

Ka’iwi Channel – translation: the channel of bones, aka: Molokai Channel.

The Ka’iwi, or Molokai, Channel has a centuries old reputation for being a treacherous body of water that has claimed the lives of many, from ancient canoe fleets, to fisherman and watermen.

The tragic loss of Hawaiian big-wave rider and renaissance man Eddie Aikau in the Molokai Channel during the 1978 Polynesian voyage of the Hokule’a sailing canoe, only added to the mystique and revered power of the channel. After gail-force winds and 30-foot swells disabled the Hokule’a, Aikau headed off on his rescue paddleboard for land to seek help for his stranded crew mates. His body and his board were never found.

Paddling has been a part of Hawaiian heritage since early Polynesians traversed over 2,500 miles of open ocean, navigating by way of waves, wind and stars. Double-hulled sailing canoes covered the long distances, single hull outrigger canoes covered shorter distances (such as inter-island paddles), and with the introduction of surfing in the late 18th century, paddleboarding also became a means of local ocean transport.

Today there are official races for outrigger canoe, surf skis, Stand Up Paddle boarders and paddleboards. Each take place across the Molokai Channel and each of these races are regarded world-wide as the crowning challenge for each sport.

The Challenge: 32 Miles of Open Ocean

Regarded as the world championship of paddleboard racing.
Traverses 32 miles of rough water from the North Shore of Molokai, to the South Shore of Oahu.
Covers a depth of 2,300 feet and is subject to open-ocean swells of up to 30 feet.
Considered one of the roughest ocean channels in the world.
Ultimate test of endurance – no engines or sails, just a paddler and the propulsion power of his arms.
Wildy varying open-ocean conditions challenge a paddler’s surfing skills.
Top paddlers can ride swells for 100s of yards.
Capricious currents and tidal effects test a paddler’s ocean navigation skills.
Record crossing time: 4:45:03, set by Jamie Mitchell in 2004.

Molokai 2 Oahu

Cover Up!!

2010-06-28T19:29:00.000-07:00

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia are adding to their range of paddles and canoes & looking at ways to help protect your prize processions with Canoe & Paddle Covers.

Our focus is on protection from the suns harmful UVA and UVB rays which are damaging to epoxy, gelcoat, wood & our skin. Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia are offering the best paddle gear, UV/Water protective covers, canvas and Stretch Cover bags.

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia have continuously research and updated our canoe & paddling equipment now we are doing the same in Canoe & Paddle accessories. This information will give you the best products and most current information for care and use of your outrigger equipment.

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia have worked close with our Hawaiian Manufacturer as well as with local canoe builders, clubs & paddlers and have listen to your needs recommendations, complaints and suggestions in order to give you the absolute best product for your needs.

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia strive to provide the Paddling Community with the highest quality accessories made!

Kia Kaha Canoes & paddles Australia is dedicated to the education, preservation and enhancement of outrigger canoe sport.

Why protect your Canoes?

OC1 / OC2 are most commonly made from Epoxy Fibre Glass or Carbon Fibre. Although these products are durable and long-lasting, they are also fragile. OC1/OC2 canoes are painted with "Gel Coat" that will bubble if left in the Sun & standing water for extended periods of time.

UV radiation (sun exposure) dries out the Epoxy or Carbon Fibre causing it to fade and become brittle. Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia recommend keeping your canoe covered in a UV protected bag or area, stored upside down in a dry environment.

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Australia covers are custom designed to fit your canoe! Each Cover is hand made to order so please allow two to three weeks for delivery.

Isn't your canoe worth the best possible protection?

August Demo Days

2010-06-16T19:01:00.000-07:00

The New Hiko Lightning One Man Canoe

Wainui Big Water Canoe

The Wainui - (Big water) & Hiko (Lightning) are due to arrive in August in Early August.

Demo Days 7th August 2010 - Noosa Heads - Lions Park Time: TBA

Demo Day 14th August 2010 - Gold Coast - Location & Time: TBA

Pre Demo Books available -

First OC1 SEQ Series Race 21st August 2010 Mooloolaba Sunshine Coast.

XCEL OPEN OCEAN RACE

2010-06-14T17:52:00.000-07:00

What a big weekend

The Xcel Open Ocean Race was run and Won by James Billy Watson. Xcel has taken over the sponsorship of the 4th Annual Open Ocean Race for all water crafts from SUP, Prone Paddle Boards, Surf Ski & Outrigger Canoes.

With not the best conditions the race as held back from the massive amount of entries that they had to process before the race. With 150 paddlers it is the biggest field that the race has had.

First of the SUP Paddlers - James Billy Watson followed by Woogie Marsh

From Currumbin Alley you could see a line of paddlers coming from Snapper which was hard to see for a while but you could slowly start making them out once they got closer.

Left hand view with Kelly Margettes on the Left

Woogie approaching the Alley

Billy with Ski Paddler rounding Currumbin Alley.

Woogie & Kelly getting closer to the entrance of Currumbin Alley

It was a tough day for all paddlers but with competition this close you had to paddle the whole way.

Billy gets a well deserved break by catching a little wave at the Alley

Woogie applying pressure to his paddle to get into a small runner

Nick Mac Donald hit the Alley in 4th place but was over took by Paul Jackson on the run up the creek to the finish line.

Competitors had to fight against not only other paddlers but the outgoing tide and head wind as they head towards Throwers Drive Bridge to the Finish line.

Paul Jackson

Steve Walker cracked a wave at the Alley for a much deserved breather before the paddle up the creek.

Full Results with Times

1 0.5952 James Watson Unlimited open men

2 1.0205 Kelly Margetts Unlimited open men

3 1.0212 Woogie Marsh Unlimited open men

4 1.0328 Paul Jackson Unlimited open men

5 1.0405 Nick Mcdonald Unlimited open men

6 1.0520 Steven Walker Unlimited open men

7 1.0613 Peter Meyer Unlimited open men

8 1.0744 Troy Pease Stock open men

9 1.0807 Chris Maynard Stock open men

10 1.0827 Mark Waldeck Unlimited Over 40 Men

11 1.1013 Sam Parker Unlimited open men

12 1.1014 Dale Chapman Unlimited Over 40 Men

13 1.1108 Peter Dorries Unlimited Over 40 Men

14 1.1128 Chris Chamberlain Unlimited open men

15 1.1243 Mark Huxley Unlimited open men

16 1.1303 Steve Quiller Unlimited Over 40 Men

17 1.1330 Alison Fullagar Unlimited Open Women First Women

18 1.1432 Peter Morgan Unlimited open men

19 1.1540 Troy Quinlan Stock open men

20 1.1638 Andrew Edhouse Unlimited open men

21 1.1641 Andrew Reid Stock open men

22 1.1658 Peter Turner Stock open men

23 1.1848 Dougall Walker Unlimited Over 40 Men

24 1.1906 Jeremy Scott Unlimited Over 40 Men

25 1.1908 James Brydon Stock open men

26 1.1909 Simon Hunnybun Unlimited open men

27 1.1924 Sue Sheard Unlimited Open Women 2nd Women's

28 1.1930 Greg Beer Stock open men

29 1.2013 Stuart Phinn Unlimited Over 40 Men

30 1.2014 Jay Gates Stock open men

31 1.2029 Angela Jackson Unlimited Open Women 3rd Women's

32 1.2032 Julian Blanchard Unlimited Over 40 Men

33 1.2036 Gavin Smith Stock open men

34 1.2043 Jasleigh Geary Unlimited Open Women

35 1.2122 Adam Scott Unlimited open men

36 1.2212 Craig Jones Stock open men

37 1.2241 Adam Munro Stock open men

38 1.2242 Ben Goodwin Stock open men

39 1.2518 Brad Bricknell Stock open men

40 1.2739 Dave Seymour Stock open men

41 1.2752 Simone Horsfield Unlimited Open Women

42 1.3041 Jocelyn Kempe Unlimited Open Women

43 1.3115 Simon Dyer Unlimited Over 40 Men

44 1.3137 Nick O'Keefe Stock open men

45 1.3155 Penny Kempe Unlimited Open Women

46 1.3306 Ben Oxman Stock open men

47 1.3350 Sally Smith Unlimited Open Women

48 1.3417 John Mossop Unlimited Over 40 Men

49 1.3525 Paul Scott Stock open men

50 1.3645 Craig Pitchers Unlimited Over 40 Men

51 1.3740 Hilton Fletcher Unlimited open men

52 1.3830 Scott Lindley Unlimited Over 40 Men

53 1.3946 Richard Baumfield Unlimited Over 40 Men

54 1.4169 Paul Budrikis Stock open men

55 1.4230 Michael Cartwright Stock open men

56 1.4335 Peter Tullett Unlimited Over 40 Men

57 1.4659 Matt Coulam Stock open men

58 1.4730 Michael Rodd Unlimited Over 40 Men

59 1.5136 John-Paul Smith Stock open men

60 1.5457 Sonia North Unlimited Open Women

61 1.5458 Shannan North Stock open men

62 2.0755 Vincent Dumarski Stock open men

63 DNS Phil Gregory Unlimited Over 40 Men

Next Generation

2010-06-02T01:56:00.000-07:00

To Cute - Kaiya in full kit

At Kindy today Kaiya's Pre School room had a visit from a local Life Saving Club.

During the talk the kids learnt to swim between the Red & Yellow flags.

Roar Industries SUP Expo

2010-05-30T20:43:00.000-07:00

Roar Industries Expo SUP Comp 2010

With a big weekend planned we headed down to Currumbin – Gold Coast early on Thursday night.

Woogie had planned to go and SUP Surf South Straddie with Jacko, Tully, Jake, Macca and a few others early on Friday Morning but the conditions did not favour Straddie so they headed South to Fingal just over the NSW boarder.

That afternoon an advanced Technique clinic was planned to help improve some problems the distance paddles have been getting.

Practicing what he preaches - Woogie showing proper technique

Conditions of Friday were great but by Saturday we had a mini Cyclone down in Sydney, which was playing havoc with the conditions on the Gold Coast. Small Waves with a North North West wind was a shocking combination for State Titles & the Roar Industries SUP Expo.

During the final of the Sprint race - Woogie closely followed by Troy Pease

All first round heats were surfed and competitors were hoping for better condition on Sunday.

Sunday was just as bad but without the Rain. Sunday saw the 1/4 finals semi’s & Finals of all divisions as well as the Sprints.

Billy During the Roar Industries Srpints

Lineing up for the Final Sprint Race at the Roar Industries Comp

Troy Pease, Woogie Marsh, James Billy Watson

Relaxed & Focused before the heats of the Sprints

Trevor Hendy & Woogie

Overall Placings.

1st James Watson

2nd Jackson Close

3rd Keahi DeAboitiz

4th Noel Graham

5th Woogie Marsh

6th Jake Talbot

7th Trevor Hendy

8th Andrew Cassidy

9th John Christenson

10th Troy Pease

11th Paul Jackson

12th Roger Saunders

13th Nick McDonald

14th Steven Walker

15th Johnathon Stubbs

16th Scott Penwarn

17th Jamie Whillems

18th Tully St John

19th Beau Nixon

20th Dan Cleary

21st Kyron Rathbone

22nd Jason McMannus

23rd Phil Gregory

2010 OC1 / OC2 Series

2010-05-22T21:50:00.000-07:00

Here are a couple of Dates to mark down on the calendar.

AOCRA OC1 OC2 Series Calendar 2010

Race 1 - Mooloolaba OCC Sunshine Coast QLD 21/8/10

Race 2 - Tweed / Ballina NSW 11/9/10

Race 3 - Fraser Coast OCC Harvey Bay QLD 2/10/10

Race 4 - Noosa Heads Noosa OCC 23/10/10

Race 5 - Gold Coast Cup 13/11/10

OC1 OC2 Nationals 11/12/10 - 12/12/10 Coffs Harbour OCC NSW

Proposed Date for the new shipment of OC1 Kia Kaha Canoes - Wainui & Hiko Canoes is August

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Hawaii

2010-05-17T19:19:00.000-07:00

Kia Kaha Canoes & Paddles Hawaii

Kia Kaha Canoes and Paddles was one of the three businesses completely wiped-out in last week’s fire that destroyed a 13,000-square-foot warehouse in Puhi, Kauai. Kia Kaha’s production and design workshop was located in the warehouse. Kauai County officials estimated the damage to the building and the businesses to be in the millions.

Kia Kaha owner, Maui Kjeldsen unfortunately lost two canoe molds and all his custom Kia Kaha paddle molds in the fire along with his production materials for future orders and twenty completed paddles that were about to be shipped. Kjeldsen hopes to secure a new location for his warehouse and have Kia Kaha’s capacity to accept new paddle orders secured as soon as possible.

Kjeldsen apologizes to all his customers that have been patiently waiting for their paddles. “Obviously these are circumstances beyond our control. I will work hard to get the paddles back into production hopefully before the end of the paddling season.” He is asking customers to please visit his websitewww.kiakahacanoesandpaddles.com for the latest status on the paddle production.

The only bright spot is that Kjeldsen had just returned from a trip to his OC-1 canoe manufacturer in China. He had delivered his Wainui and new Hiko OC-1 canoe molds for production so they were not destroyed in the fire. Therefore the production of both the Wainui and the Hiko OC-1 canoes will not be interrupted and Kia Kaha is currently accepting orders. To place an order or for more information, please email info@kiakahacanoesandpaddles.com.

On a personal note, Kjeldsen who is a Kauai fireman and expecting his second baby with his wife Jody wanted to express his sincere gratitude and appreciation to his customers, all the firefighters who tackled the blaze and to his family, friends and the community for all their support. “I was two weeks away from taking some time off with the new baby’s arrival and was working hard to complete my outstanding paddle orders. This fire has changed everything. The important thing is that no one was hurt”. (Photo: Kauai Fire Department Prevention Bureau)