by Steven Gates -- a long time epoxy/composite boatbuilder, who has been repairing OC1s for the past 3 years. Steve will touch upon aspects of OC1 construction, maintenance, and repair. Steve will also welcome specific questions.

Aloha and mahalo for reading this first article about OC1s. We will cover many aspects of these incredible, yet delicate canoes, from what they are made of, how they are made, maintenance, safety, to the actual repair of them. What makes these boats so light, is also what makes them so delicate.

The 2003 Kaua'i Hoe Wa'a season schedule is linked up on the the right. Dec 8 will be the annual meeting to discuss last year, this year and to elect board members. There will also be a paddling swap meet where anyone with any paddling related gear can sell or trade. "We hope that this will be a good way for one to sell older equipment, or buy that new or used boat. Hopefully the equipment will be there for someone who is interested to try."-- Kawika. Plans for a paddling clinic is also in the works.

The schedules for the Kanaka I Kai Ka Oahu Race Season and the Hawai`i Island Paddlesports Association Year 2003 Race Series have been posted on the right.

Also the weather for Hawaii is listed under the pull down menu on the left.

According to an article from the Mayo Clinic "It's most beneficial to stretch after you exercise, when the muscle is heated by blood flow and is more accommodating to stretching." Do you usually stretch before practice? May be something new to tell your coach. The article also has several other useful tips.