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Kauai Outrigger Association
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 6 เม.ย. 2022
Formerly known as Garden Island Canoe Racing Association (GICRA), we marked our first year promoting canoe racing as KOA in 2015. Since then our membership has grown steadily. We look forward to a bright future as we continue to build upon our foundation through continued engagement of our communities and visiting crews as we promote and encourage participation in Hawaiian canoe racing activities within our island community as well as inter-island and internationally.
KOA is the proud sponsor of the Prince Kuhio long distance race (koapaddler.org/kauai-outrigger-race-schedule/prince-kuhio/) that kicks-off a week-long celebration of the life and contributions of Hawaiian royal Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole. We are also proud to host the annual Na Pali Challenge (racenapali.com/) - a world-class mixed crew long distance race. The Na Pali Challenge is singularly unique and covers some of the most amazing waters in the world.
KOA is the proud sponsor of the Prince Kuhio long distance race (koapaddler.org/kauai-outrigger-race-schedule/prince-kuhio/) that kicks-off a week-long celebration of the life and contributions of Hawaiian royal Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole. We are also proud to host the annual Na Pali Challenge (racenapali.com/) - a world-class mixed crew long distance race. The Na Pali Challenge is singularly unique and covers some of the most amazing waters in the world.
Na Pali Challenge 2024
The annual Na Pali Challenge was held on Saturday, August 10th. We couldn't have hoped for better weather and conditions. As is always the case, conditions ranged from surfable swells to glassy flat water. Because the difference in conditions along the course is primarily the result of wind, some areas of the course were cool and breezy and others were hot and still. Although I feel some sympathy for the crews in the canoes during the still areas along the southern Na Pali and into Polihale, I heard not a single complaint. Instead, the only comments I heard all day were how much fun it was!
Because I spend plenty of time watching what goes on behind the scenes of a race like the Na Pali Challenge, I know the incredible amount of work it takes to produce an event like this. There just aren't enough mahalo's available to properly thank the key members of the Kauai paddling community for everything they've done to make this year's race possible. It's guaranteed that I'm going to miss at least a few people who should be called out here - especially those at individual clubs that wouldn't have been able to participate without the people who managed the registrations - but, a special MAHALO NUI LOA goes out to the following individuals:
Peter Chow - KOA President, ultimately responsible for everything. I know he wants to retire from acting as president but I can't think of anyone who'd be better at the job.
Tenley Ueda - KOA Treasurer and timing magician. Her ability to keep everything sorted out and running smoothly is the stuff of legends.
Mark Jacobsen - KOA Race Director. I don't have enough characters allowed still in the description to properly cover his role so, just "thank you for all you do, Mark."
Elle Miyake - we had shelter at the finish and really good food to eat because Elle made it happen. While I was enjoying Kalua Pork, I realized she's one of my hero's 🤩
Carrie Shewchuk - KOA Race Secretary. This year was the first season to use an online registration system that was custom developed by Banyan Media (thebanyanteam.com/) specifically for the Na Pali Challenge. There's nobody on this island who would have done a better job getting all the teams completed and approved so they could participate. I heard so many compliments from people who had to interact with her during the process that it started to get old. Just kidding - I never get tired of hearing people compliment another.
Finally, many thanks to Puna Dawson who was generous enough to come and speak to us before the race started. Even more, she gave me some of the best video I've ever recorded when she agreed to speak directly to me after the pule. I've done quite a few recorded interviews and I've never been able to use one, unedited, that was longer than 10 seconds or so. Her recording near the beginning of this video has other clips overlayed for visual interest but has not a single cut from beginning to end. I'm in awe of her ability to simply speak wisdom. Aunty Puna, I hope that whatever it is about you that makes that possible is infectious and many more of us catch it. Just a few more of us like you could change the world.
Because I spend plenty of time watching what goes on behind the scenes of a race like the Na Pali Challenge, I know the incredible amount of work it takes to produce an event like this. There just aren't enough mahalo's available to properly thank the key members of the Kauai paddling community for everything they've done to make this year's race possible. It's guaranteed that I'm going to miss at least a few people who should be called out here - especially those at individual clubs that wouldn't have been able to participate without the people who managed the registrations - but, a special MAHALO NUI LOA goes out to the following individuals:
Peter Chow - KOA President, ultimately responsible for everything. I know he wants to retire from acting as president but I can't think of anyone who'd be better at the job.
Tenley Ueda - KOA Treasurer and timing magician. Her ability to keep everything sorted out and running smoothly is the stuff of legends.
Mark Jacobsen - KOA Race Director. I don't have enough characters allowed still in the description to properly cover his role so, just "thank you for all you do, Mark."
Elle Miyake - we had shelter at the finish and really good food to eat because Elle made it happen. While I was enjoying Kalua Pork, I realized she's one of my hero's 🤩
Carrie Shewchuk - KOA Race Secretary. This year was the first season to use an online registration system that was custom developed by Banyan Media (thebanyanteam.com/) specifically for the Na Pali Challenge. There's nobody on this island who would have done a better job getting all the teams completed and approved so they could participate. I heard so many compliments from people who had to interact with her during the process that it started to get old. Just kidding - I never get tired of hearing people compliment another.
Finally, many thanks to Puna Dawson who was generous enough to come and speak to us before the race started. Even more, she gave me some of the best video I've ever recorded when she agreed to speak directly to me after the pule. I've done quite a few recorded interviews and I've never been able to use one, unedited, that was longer than 10 seconds or so. Her recording near the beginning of this video has other clips overlayed for visual interest but has not a single cut from beginning to end. I'm in awe of her ability to simply speak wisdom. Aunty Puna, I hope that whatever it is about you that makes that possible is infectious and many more of us catch it. Just a few more of us like you could change the world.
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West Kauai Outrigger Race
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Mike Balik Memorial Outrigger Race
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Na Pali Challenge 2023
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0:59 hell yeah! 1st place WYC Jnrs 🤙
9:32
Just found this video and already see myself the orange odd one out with the blue’s. Second place we got on that year so that was nice. 🤙 3 times of Napali so far.
0:43 and 1:09
@@axl2766It’s great to stand out from the crowd! Unless you’re screwing up. Then I’d suggest trying to blend in 😂. Only eleven months until the 2025 race - I hope you’ll be there (wear whatever color shirt you like 😎)
Awesome video!
@@BradStyron Totally stoked to have you comment on my video, Brad. I’ve been keeping an eye on your work too and really like it. I hope we can meet someday and share some ideas.
@@koapaddler mahalo!!! I had a blast at this race, I didn’t film much at all but will be posting what I got soon. I love talking anything photography so let’s gooo!
wind was rough
Yeah, I had high wind warnings going off on my drones for half the day 😲
Yessah! that day was a rough day but we got through it 😂
And it’s always fun to watch kids surfing in 6-man canoes 😎
Great race. Great edit. Finish line text added again. Fancy ⭐️
Love the finish line text 🏁
Yep, I'm really leveling-up my game 🤣
Another great edit. Thanks for all the effort 🤙
Thanks for your support! It is a lot of effort but it’s my ticket to hang out with the coolest people on Kauai 😏
Yessah i was there watching
In just a few weeks I wanna see you racing in the regatta 😃
what a pleace wow
One of the beautiful places we get to race on Kauai. Thanks for commenting.
Haha,great stuff. How does TH-cam bring you here?
Aloha Phil. I hate to sound dense but I don't know what you mean by "How does TH-cam bring you here?"
Absolutely beautiful canoe i’m so happy to see this video. Bless Kalehuawehe.
I can’t wait to see it racing! Hopefully tomorrow at Waimea 😃
This was an amazing video🌺🌺🌺 !!!
Thanks for your positive feedback. I truly appreciate it!
How many canoes dis year? Thanks for a great coverage! Mahalo Nui😊
There were 52 teams this year.
@hokualelecanoeclub7948 nice turnout! 👌
Yessah! This season was amazing I’m so excited for the next!!
It’s been the best season in years and I’m certain we’re gonna step it up next year! See you at the races 😎
Beautimus😊
Thanks for taking a moment to share 😃
Love the videos! Can’t wait for next szn.
NaPali only a few days away!!! You gonna be there?
@@koapaddler no I’m not old enough yet! But soon maybe I will be able to participate in Napali! It’s hard work
The race was so much fun! I’m so proud of everyone who raced that day!
I really would have liked less rain but it was a great day. I'm really happy and excited for all the crews that are going to states.
I love how friendly and supportive the competition was. There was so little drama, especially considering how high the stakes were with race winners advancing to states. The people who make up the Kauai outrigger racing community make me proud to be a part of it.
Yeah!!! See you on the water!
Can’t wait!
Turned out to be a great day of racing! Eight of the ten KOA member clubs had teams qualify for states. How awesome is that?!!!
Love the work! Keep it up!
Will do 😃
Another great capture. Mahalo for spreading the love of Hoe Waʻa. Lets keep it going 🤙🤙🤙
Hell yeah Samuel! You guys have been training all season for the Na Pali and I’ve been training to get the good shots! I will see you on the water.
Aloha. Greetings from the OC paddlers of Police Sports Club Ruhr/Germany. We are all Ohana Va‘a.
We’re happy you’ve joined us here! Another great idea would be to get a team together and come race the Na Pali Challenge with us. Check it out on koapaddler.org
Mahalo for your hard work recording all the races and taking the time to edit and share with everyone. Really appreciate your effort 🙏. Great shots on this one as always!
I spent seven hours doing the editing on this one so I really, Really appreciate your comment Wes. See you at the next one.
Nice!
I think next season I’m going to focus the regatta videos on the club that’s hosting the race. I’ll be sure to apply for the drone waiver way in advance so I can be sure to get good shots for Niumalu.
Mahalo for capturing this beautiful day! Imua Kauai!!
I really appreciate you taking the time to show some aloha. Next week I’ll be sure to get the drone up for your race Samuel.
Great video. Thanks for capturing the spirit of paddling. Imua Kauai!!
I'm honored to be able to share these videos with our paddling ohana. I will keep them coming all through the season and into the following years.
Great shots. Love the audio. Appreciate you making these 🤙
Thank you for sharing your love. It means a lot to me.
Another great edit. Thanks for all the hard work on these. Much appreciated.
Thanks for sharing your appreciation. Knowing that people are enjoying my videos is the reward I get for making them.
Hui O Mana Ka Puuwai 👍👍👍
Yeah! Strength in the gathering.
Another great race. Great race coverage. You are amazing Eric. Thank you for all you do
You’re giving a lot to help the youth become great adults. I’m honored to have the chance to share these videos with everyone. Thanks Lori - see you at the next one.
another great edit. Thanks for making these.
I’m happy to be able to support paddling and share the excitement of race day. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Great edit 🙌
Thank you!
Awesome! Mahalo nui loa for having us! 🤙
See you next year!
@@koapaddler you bet!
so many haole. why dey no go home.
Awesome drone footage! See you at the next race!
I'll be there. Be sure to find me and share some aloha and I'll try a little harder to get you into future edits.
Yeah!
Love the enthusiasm!
Espetacular 👏👏👏👏
Mahalo!
No offense but pu’uwai cheated Cuz i think that the unlimiteds weren’t offical For 18s*
Should have replied last year when you left this - sorry. My guess is that official results took into account any boats that were not filled with the correct members of the team. Any results that don't seem correct should be taken up with the Race Director.
next szn we get em
Dang i wish i coudlve gone 😭 Edit: I have a question. Do you guys have someone named Ezra in your canoe club?
I believe there is an Ezra at Pu'uwai but I don't know if he's regular club member, or a member of the Kapaa High School team, or both.
Yeah Bruce Juice! ! Nice footage! 🤩
YESSSS IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS. Everything you make is so cool please keep up the hard work I love these things there awsome!
Can you do Niumalu canoe club coach review next race?
Hmmm, maybe someone can introduce me.
@@koapaddler I think you should do coach teo chow, coach Paris, or coach Daniel
Love the video and your canoe club!
Thanks for the positive feedback!