I made some changes to the World Map OC 1 dealerships, added a link to enlarge the map for better viewing. If you know of a dealer you would like to see on that map, please let them know it's there

Tip:

1. as address use what you put into google maps; you can check on google maps where the little marker will be
2. whatever you put in the text field will be shown as a pop up when you click on the location
3. If your location does not appear on the map, please follow tip # 1 and post again; I will reedit your posting and adapt as needed.

Dealers that want to appear on that world map can provide the necessary information with this form:

http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=pysrKeQ8s9FmWmSaCXRNsfQ

How come none of the OC manufacturers are incorporating the adjustable pedals and foot braces like those found on almost all makes and models of surfskis? This inovation is an important one for improved performance and paddler comfort. Whos going to be the first manufacturer to come up with proper footwells for OC1s ????

Trim is incredibly important to boat performance . If you can`t adjust it , you could be stuck with an out of trim canoe.

Many builders these days have come out with comfortable cockpits , yet none have adjustable pedals.

I`m going to make a prediction here that in the not so distant future a manufacturer is going to come out with this most needed option.

Was an awesome race and a great after party!
Thanks Dave... nice job.
Everyone who was out 'practicing'... You missed out.
What happened to everyone that was calling for more iron races? Didn't see many of you bloggers...
Looking forward to next year's BBC.
Congrats to Lanikai, Kailua, and Lokahi, and Koa Kai for placing in division.

I am creating a world map of OC 1 dealership locations - please see on my blogsite. http://www.oc1design.blogspot.com

Dealers that want to appear on that world map can provide the necessary information with this form:

http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=pysrKeQ8s9FmWmSaCXRNsfQ

Hope you like it !

Makaha CC made some great shirts with a great logo for the racers in this year's Kaena Challenge. But shirts were not ready on race day, printer problems. No biggy.
Are they ready yet? Who to call? Can drive there to get 'em.
Mahalos.

any news from Saturday so far?

Ryan Dolan of Lanikai Canoe Club and Hawaii Canoe and Kayak Team (HCKT) won the silver medal in K1 (one person kayak) 500m.

He was 41/100ths from Gold and finishing 4th in K1 1000 at Moscow Junior Pre World Regatta.

[ Image sent via Blackberry from Coach Mac Hickox of U.S. Canoe and Kayak ]

This is a short easy survey - CLICK THE LINK if interested - where you can rate the performance of your OC 1.
I will post the results for you.

Please be somewhat critical that others may get a good idea how your boat performs. It's all subjective, but still valid.

Please rate : 1 = average, 2 = good, 3= very good, 4= excellent
For intended height: please put in ft'inches"

http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?key=pysrKeQ8s9Fm7aB9Xab5YTA

Anybody went paddling/surfing today yet on the south side (O'ahu)? How's the surf? Supposed to get up to 8 feet (according to news).

Surf is supposed to build through the weekend - which means the Big Boy race should be a fun one.

Who here is doing the race this weekend?
What team?
I'll be paddling for Kahakai master men.
Peace,

Bernie