[Blog] Gorge SUP Blowout: BIG NEWS
Downwindrace.com is teaming up with the biggest races in the Gorge to bring Sta... http://ping.fm/IGRcU
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Saturday, May 29, 2010
GREAT Maliko Video
(My Original Blog Post: http://ping.fm/HT7ZX)
Bill Boyum has outdone himself this time--the first Mailko video that actually gives a sense of the ride and the buzz, though the terror of a mountain rearing up behind you is still lacking. We might have to wait for next winter to see that. But this video rock, I mean really, really rocks. If you watch this and don't get sweaty palms about doing a Maliko run then I don't know what to do for you.
Bill Boyum has outdone himself this time--the first Mailko video that actually gives a sense of the ride and the buzz, though the terror of a mountain rearing up behind you is still lacking. We might have to wait for next winter to see that. But this video rock, I mean really, really rocks. If you watch this and don't get sweaty palms about doing a Maliko run then I don't know what to do for you.
[Blog] GREAT Maliko Video: Bill Boyum has outdone himself this time--the first Mailko video that actually gives a s... http://ping.fm/qxk1F
[Blog] GREAT Maliko Video: Bill Boyum has outdone himself this time--the first Mailko video that actually gives a sense of the ride and the buzz, though the terror of a mounta... http://ping.fm/xYRbS
Monday, May 10, 2010
[Blog] Connor Flying at Malkio: Bill Boyam did a Maliko run with Connor Baxter, Livio Menelau and Jack Dyson a few ... http://ping.fm/cFRVb
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Ross Island SUP Series
(My Original Blog Post: http://ping.fm/Lewgn)
Gorge Performance of Portland, Oregon is organizing a three race Stand Up Paddle series in the Willamette River, paddling around Ross Island. The flatwater course is approximately four miles, circling around Ross Island. Here's the basic information:
Race dates: May 8, May 22, June 12
Location: Oaks Amusement Park http://oakspark.com/
Registration at 9 a.m., racing at 10
4-mile course around Ross Island
4 Divisions: Under 14, Under 12'6, Women, Elite
First race is $30 and includes a tee shirt. Subsequent races are $20.
Gorge Performance
503-246-6646
Surfrider and the Wllamette Riverkeepers will also be there. If you don't have a board, you may rent from us for $20 (our 4-hr rental rate). PLEASE check our FB page for continuous updates!!!
Gorge Performance has been around since 1983--I bought my first "high performance" windsurfer (an Aitken rotomolded 10 footer--hot stuff!) from Bob a few weeks after he opened. They've been in the middle of windsurfing, kite surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding and now Stand Up Paddle Surfing, jumping in early to any edgy sport. Still stoked, and still crazy after all these years. Always a good place to go for expert advice and the right products.
Gorge Performance of Portland, Oregon is organizing a three race Stand Up Paddle series in the Willamette River, paddling around Ross Island. The flatwater course is approximately four miles, circling around Ross Island. Here's the basic information:
Race dates: May 8, May 22, June 12
Location: Oaks Amusement Park http://oakspark.com/
Registration at 9 a.m., racing at 10
4-mile course around Ross Island
4 Divisions: Under 14, Under 12'6, Women, Elite
First race is $30 and includes a tee shirt. Subsequent races are $20.
Gorge Performance
503-246-6646
Surfrider and the Wllamette Riverkeepers will also be there. If you don't have a board, you may rent from us for $20 (our 4-hr rental rate). PLEASE check our FB page for continuous updates!!!
Gorge Performance has been around since 1983--I bought my first "high performance" windsurfer (an Aitken rotomolded 10 footer--hot stuff!) from Bob a few weeks after he opened. They've been in the middle of windsurfing, kite surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding and now Stand Up Paddle Surfing, jumping in early to any edgy sport. Still stoked, and still crazy after all these years. Always a good place to go for expert advice and the right products.
[Blog] Ross Island SUP Series: Gorge Performance of Portland, Oregon is organizing a three race Stand Up Paddle ser... http://ping.fm/1sTju
Ross Island SUP Series
(My Original Blog Post: http://ping.fm/Fw2Cs)
Gorge Performance of Portland, Oregon is organizing a three race Stand Up Paddle series in the Willamette River, paddling around Ross Island. The flatwater course is approximately four miles, circling around Ross Island. Here's the basic information:
Race dates: May 8, May 22, June 12
Location: Oaks Amusement Park http://oakspark.com/
Registration at 9 a.m., racing at 10
4-mile course around Ross Island
4 Divisions: Under 14, Under 12'6, Women, Elite
First race is $30 and includes a tee shirt. Subsequent races are $20.
Gorge Performance
503-246-6646
Surfrider and the Wllamette Riverkeepers will also be there. If you don't have a board, you may rent from us for $20 (our 4-hr rental rate). PLEASE check our FB page for continuous updates!!!
Gorge Performance of Portland, Oregon is organizing a three race Stand Up Paddle series in the Willamette River, paddling around Ross Island. The flatwater course is approximately four miles, circling around Ross Island. Here's the basic information:
Race dates: May 8, May 22, June 12
Location: Oaks Amusement Park http://oakspark.com/
Registration at 9 a.m., racing at 10
4-mile course around Ross Island
4 Divisions: Under 14, Under 12'6, Women, Elite
First race is $30 and includes a tee shirt. Subsequent races are $20.
Gorge Performance
503-246-6646
Surfrider and the Wllamette Riverkeepers will also be there. If you don't have a board, you may rent from us for $20 (our 4-hr rental rate). PLEASE check our FB page for continuous updates!!!
[Blog] Ross Island SUP Series: Gorge Performance of Portland, Oregon is organizing a three race Stand Up Paddle ser... http://ping.fm/d9P6a
[Blog] Ross Island SUP Series: Gorge Performance of Portland, Oregon is organizing a three race Stand Up Paddle series in the Willamette River, paddling around Ross Island. Th... http://ping.fm/iVdIm
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Connor Baxter's Maui to Molokai
(My Original Blog Post: http://ping.fm/zZr35)
Connor Baxter was the surprise overall Stand Up Paddleboard winner of the 2010 Sarento's/Kai Wa'a Maui to Molokai race. Channel crossing races are big open water challenges, and the Maui to Molokai race can be a really tough one. This year's race was favored with good wind and swells. Connor's win was especially surprising since he was paddling solo and the competition included some of the world's best SUP open ocean paddlers. Here's Connor's take on his win:
I just finished the Maui to Molokai event on Saturday April 24th, put on by the Maui Canoe and Kayak Club . The race was really fun and all the people were super nice and helpful. In the event there were a total of 19 SUP racers, and the soloists included Livio Menelau, Alan Cadiz, Thomas Maximus Shahinian, Campbell Farrell, Jack Dyson and myself – to name a few. And there were a few SUP relay teams - including Mark Raaphorst and Jeremy Riggs. The race was 27 miles long from Flemings Beach, Maui to Kaunakakai Harbor, Molokai. The race started at 8:30 and the conditions were favorable with moderate tradewinds. The winds at about 15-20 mph, were coming from the northeast which is excellent for this channel crossing.
Start of the Maui to Molokai Race (27 miles) - Saturday April 24th - 8:30am
After Start: Campbell Farrell, Connor Baxter and Jeremy Riggs - heading out to the Pailolo Channel - The Island of Lana'i in the background
Connor Baxter Stretching, Alan Cadiz to leeward - Maui in the background
Connor, Thomas "Maximus" Shahinian, Alan Cadiz - Maui in the background
Heading to Molokai - Maui in the background
At the start, I was windward of most everyone. And, throughout the race I stayed between my competitors and the Shoreline of Molokai. Jeremy and Livio shot out in front in the beginning of the race. Thomas, Jack, Alan, Campbell and I seemed to be in the second group. Then Campbell and I stayed high and cut across the swells, as most others ran down with the swells towards Lana’i in the middle of the channel.
Connor catching some good glides
In the Pailolo Channel
Still in the Pailolo Channel
Within the first hour into the race, competitors were spread out – and I was up in front with Livio, Mark and Jeremy. And, we stayed this way for the rest of the race. Mark & Jeremy in front and Livio and I right behind. I stayed windward of them, and this tactic proved to be the correct decision.
Connor and Jeremy Riggs - The Island of Moloka'i in the background
Connor and Mark Raaphorst - The Island of Moloka'i in the background
Connor - approaching the town of Kaunakakai
About half way through the race, out of nowhere a whale came up 10 feet in front of me and I had to stop, otherwise I would of hit it. I also saw flying fish and spinner dolphins along the way.
My support boat consisting of my mom, dad and friend Mike, were my source of extra energy giving me packets of hammer gel, hammer perpetuem and “poi”. I had my Dakine waterpak on for hydration.
Passing the town of Kaunakakai
Heading to the Channel Marker for the Kaunakakai Harbor
In the Channel heading to the finish line
Finish line only 500 feet ahead
After hours of paddling towards Kaunakakai, Mark & Jeremy and I were still neck and neck. As we headed towards the harbor entrance, Mark & Jeremy had to head up across the swells and wind and I was on the perfect rhumb line running with the swells and wind. After over 3 hours we were within a few minutes of each other. But they were doing it as a team – and I was solo – so this was the extra boost that made me paddle even harder. Knowing that I could be first overall was a huge encouragement.
So after 3 1/2 hours, I did come in FIRST overall. I was the first SUP racer onto the beach. What a great feeling of accomplishment.
1st place overall - Connor and his dog Leilani
These photos are some my mom took along the way.
I would like to thank all my sponsors for their help and support. Starboard SUP, Nike USA, Dakine, SIC, Sun-Rite Maui, Waterman’s Sunscreen, Smith Sunglasses and Ion Wetsuits.
Aloha -
Connor Baxter
Connor Baxter was the surprise overall Stand Up Paddleboard winner of the 2010 Sarento's/Kai Wa'a Maui to Molokai race. Channel crossing races are big open water challenges, and the Maui to Molokai race can be a really tough one. This year's race was favored with good wind and swells. Connor's win was especially surprising since he was paddling solo and the competition included some of the world's best SUP open ocean paddlers. Here's Connor's take on his win:
I just finished the Maui to Molokai event on Saturday April 24th, put on by the Maui Canoe and Kayak Club . The race was really fun and all the people were super nice and helpful. In the event there were a total of 19 SUP racers, and the soloists included Livio Menelau, Alan Cadiz, Thomas Maximus Shahinian, Campbell Farrell, Jack Dyson and myself – to name a few. And there were a few SUP relay teams - including Mark Raaphorst and Jeremy Riggs. The race was 27 miles long from Flemings Beach, Maui to Kaunakakai Harbor, Molokai. The race started at 8:30 and the conditions were favorable with moderate tradewinds. The winds at about 15-20 mph, were coming from the northeast which is excellent for this channel crossing.
Start of the Maui to Molokai Race (27 miles) - Saturday April 24th - 8:30am
After Start: Campbell Farrell, Connor Baxter and Jeremy Riggs - heading out to the Pailolo Channel - The Island of Lana'i in the background
Connor Baxter Stretching, Alan Cadiz to leeward - Maui in the background
Connor, Thomas "Maximus" Shahinian, Alan Cadiz - Maui in the background
Heading to Molokai - Maui in the background
At the start, I was windward of most everyone. And, throughout the race I stayed between my competitors and the Shoreline of Molokai. Jeremy and Livio shot out in front in the beginning of the race. Thomas, Jack, Alan, Campbell and I seemed to be in the second group. Then Campbell and I stayed high and cut across the swells, as most others ran down with the swells towards Lana’i in the middle of the channel.
Connor catching some good glides
In the Pailolo Channel
Still in the Pailolo Channel
Within the first hour into the race, competitors were spread out – and I was up in front with Livio, Mark and Jeremy. And, we stayed this way for the rest of the race. Mark & Jeremy in front and Livio and I right behind. I stayed windward of them, and this tactic proved to be the correct decision.
Connor and Jeremy Riggs - The Island of Moloka'i in the background
Connor and Mark Raaphorst - The Island of Moloka'i in the background
Connor - approaching the town of Kaunakakai
About half way through the race, out of nowhere a whale came up 10 feet in front of me and I had to stop, otherwise I would of hit it. I also saw flying fish and spinner dolphins along the way.
My support boat consisting of my mom, dad and friend Mike, were my source of extra energy giving me packets of hammer gel, hammer perpetuem and “poi”. I had my Dakine waterpak on for hydration.
Passing the town of Kaunakakai
Heading to the Channel Marker for the Kaunakakai Harbor
In the Channel heading to the finish line
Finish line only 500 feet ahead
After hours of paddling towards Kaunakakai, Mark & Jeremy and I were still neck and neck. As we headed towards the harbor entrance, Mark & Jeremy had to head up across the swells and wind and I was on the perfect rhumb line running with the swells and wind. After over 3 hours we were within a few minutes of each other. But they were doing it as a team – and I was solo – so this was the extra boost that made me paddle even harder. Knowing that I could be first overall was a huge encouragement.
So after 3 1/2 hours, I did come in FIRST overall. I was the first SUP racer onto the beach. What a great feeling of accomplishment.
1st place overall - Connor and his dog Leilani
These photos are some my mom took along the way.
I would like to thank all my sponsors for their help and support. Starboard SUP, Nike USA, Dakine, SIC, Sun-Rite Maui, Waterman’s Sunscreen, Smith Sunglasses and Ion Wetsuits.
Aloha -
Connor Baxter
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