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Hamilton Island Cup Nominations Close April 18



Hi All



The nominations for this years Coca-Cola Hamilton Island Cup are steadily

coming in so just a quick reminder to everyone, as of this Friday there are

only 2 weeks left till nominations close at 5pm Friday 18th April. Also

remember your nomination is not confirmed until we have received your

nomination fees.



The Hawaiians and Kiwis are coming!!! At last count there were 100 Hawaiian

paddlers and another 100 Kiwi paddlers heading for Hammo this year. It's an

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Rudder & Cable Safety

by Steven Gates



CABLE BASICS

I have had quite a few canoes in my shop with broken cables, some of which were caught out in the open ocean when it happened. For safety sake I think it is important for paddlers to be familiar with the steering systems of our OC1s. The basics...

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Mar 15 - PNW OC-1/2 Series Race #5 - Washington

Lake Sammamish/Sound Rowers Sponsored

6 Miles Conditions: Strong South winds, rough

***Brian Boatman w/4sec lead on Randy Olson

Controversy over finish line made Soundrowers officials DQ the first two OC-1's that pasted over. Because they did not cross the finish line from South to North coming from the West. But after discussing with all the paddlers involved we decided to give the first two canoes their positions. It was a dogfight amongst Brian Boatman, Randy Olson and Calvin Chow leading the race after the first lap.



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