Race your stand-up paddle board or learn more about paddle boarding.  

Battle of the Paddle

May 14 & 15, 2011

Duke Kahanamoku Beach, Ft. De Russy Beach Park, HI

According to their website:

The Battle of the Paddle is a world-class stand up paddle festival and exposition that includes races and demonstrations for all ages and skill levels.

Race categories:

The Elite Race- Championship styled surf race

Open Age Group Race

Distance Race (Hawaii Kai to Waikiki)      

Kids Race and SUP Relays

The Battle of the Paddle Keiki Stand-up paddle board races are open to all kids. There is a long course and a short course.   

For more information on this Stand Up Paddle Boarding race & event or to find other paddling events, paddlefests, kayak races, canoe races, festivals, adventure races or triathlons, click here to go to our kayak & canoe races & events calendar.

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If you’re in the market for kayak, canoe or paddle gear, now may be the best time of year to buy. End of season sales abound in the paddling world. Read this to find deals and sales on great kayaking, canoeing and paddling gear, boats and accessories.

Some of the best sales can be found at local kayak and canoe outfitters. If you don’t mind used gear, this may be your best bet for be able to buy a new-ish boat, paddle or other gear at a great price. Before you buy used though, be sure to completely check out the equipment. Most outfitters take really good care of their rental equipment, but it is wise to fully inspect any used gear you want to buy. Look for wear and tear, holes, patches, etc.

If you’re looking for new gear, plenty of on line kayak and canoe dealers are offering great end of season sales. Here are some of our affiliates and the kayak, canoe and paddle gear they have currently on sale:

BackCountry.com (click on links to be taken to the sale page):

Kayak and Paddle Clothing – tons on sale right now!

Paddle and Paddle Accessories – a good selection on sale.

Car Racks and Rack Accessories – kayak racks and other sport rack sale.

Kayak and Canoe Accessories – seats, dry bags and more on sale

PFDs, life vests and life jackets – a big selection of PFDs on sale.

BoatersWorld.com (click here to go to the Kayak, Canoe, Paddle shopping page):

- Kayak, Canoe and Boating End of Season Savings
- 10% off purchases of $70 or more
- Free Shipping on orders over $100
- No Sales Tax…Ever!

UpsideOver.com Kid’s Outdoor Clothing and Gear ON SALE Now at UpsideOver.com – Click Here

- Big savings on kids kayak, canoe and paddling gear – children PFDs, Paddles and more

Viator.com – Adventure Travel (click here to browse kayak and canoe trip deals):

- Make plans to escape the chilly winter with a kayak or canoe trip to Hawaii, the Caribbean, Central America or even Thailand!

Don’t miss out on some of these great fall/winter kayak, canoe and paddling sales! It’s a great time to stock up on the canoe and kayak gear you really want or need.