Hey guys, this may sound stupid, but i kinda wanted to start a picture thread. There are alot of these on like paintball forums and car forums. So this is the thread to just show off that awesome paint job, or that amazing wave you caught off the mokes. Maybe you want to just post pics of the family. its all good. comments and vids welcome as well. Its just a thought, so go crazy.

Mahalo,
Kcchee11

http://blip.tv/file/2098143

MAKAPUU CHALLENGE
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Epic Kayaks presented the 1st Annual Makapuu Challenge with an international field of paddlers. The thirty-five surfski entrants represented Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, USA, and Hawaii – USA.
A total field of 43 Surfski’s and OC1’s started the 16 mile course with a very light trade wind offering little help as they made their way along one of Oahu’s most scenic coastlines.
Hank McGregor (South Africa) lead the charge after completing a 48 hour flight and arriving in Honolulu the night before. Hank was on the only V12 in the field and appeared to comfortably shake off any jet lag as he led start to finish. Epic Team Mate Clint Robinson (Australia) who has been in Hawaii the last week elected not to race – letting Hank run the field without a challenge.
The light trade winds tamed the usual washing machine conditions around Makapuu Point and offered only a small push as the paddlers rounded the point and headed to Hanauma Bay and Portlock Point.
As the field passed Portlock Point and headed across Maunalua Bay the heat definitely took its toll as caps were dipped in the water and racing jerseys were discarded. The current was fickle and it was difficult to stay in it – local knowledge definitely helped four Hawaiians who placed in the top 10.
Hawaiian Maggie Twigg-Smith did her best to flex some female muscle on Mother’s Day placing 28th overall and finishing as the first female in front Julie Stanton (Australia).
Today’s results are on the following website:

http://www.molokaiworldchampionships.org/Overall_09.htm

I need to know how much and what kind of paint is required for a 6 man outrigger canoe. I joined a group bur the boat needs to be repainted and is delaying our practices, so if someone can tell me what kind of paint and how much we will need i would greatly appreciate it.

TYVM for any info

This is a video I just made with some footage from 19 April. Ever wonder what happens to the stuff you drop while paddling or surfing? Check out the end of the video to see. I was amazed at how much it rolled around down there... Hope you like it.
Aloha,
Eric

http://www.viddler.com/explore/hanshead/videos/9/

I JUST STARTED A NEW WEBSITE DEDICATED TO PROMOTING HARMONY AND ALOHA IN THE WATER. COME CHECK IT OUT

www.kainaluproject.com

This was in the paper a week ago. Their tracking research (half way down under "Coastal Patrolling") indicates that Tiger sharks tend to become conditioned to congregate in areas due to manmade causes. I found this interesting because for several years I have observed on many occasions a Salt Water Specialty cleaning its fish inside Portlock Point, just off to the side from where we begin the Hawaii Kai run.

http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/ap...=2009905010360

Here is what you all missed during the past Kahala Challenge if you did not race. Congrats to all those who competed and organized this first class run event. I look forward to the next of many to come.

Big mahalo to Kris and the Kahala crew.

http://blip.tv/file/2075492

If enough paddlers want to send canoes/SUP's to Olukai Race on Maui, I will organize a trailer. Need 12 crafts at least to make it affordable, right now we have 4. If your interested, email: paainfo@yahoo.com. Estimated cost is $60 one-way; $120 roundtrip. Will determine if sending by this weekend.

Mahalo,
Manny

Looking for advice on a steering paddle for a beginner steersman. The ones that are handmade (I've attempted to attach a picture below) seem to be oval-shaped, whereas the ones sold by Kialoa and others are shaped more like regular paddles.
Would like to buy a Hawaii hand-made one but I was just wondering whether this type of paddle is somehow less efficient than the store-bought variety.