Hank McGregor

[2026-02-19] Hank McGregor is widely considered the most versatile and dominant paddler of the modern era. While Dean Gardiner ruled the 90s and Grant Kenny brought the sport to the mainstream, McGregor, a South African powerhouse, redefined what it means to be a "complete" paddler by dominating both flatwater marathons and extreme ocean downwind racing simultaneously. >>

The Molokai Challenge (Hawaii, USA)

[2026-02-20] The History: Often referred to simply as "Molokai" or the Kaiwi Channel Crossing, this is the holy grail of ocean paddling. Founded in 1976, the race covers an exhausting 53 kilometers (32 miles) from the island of Molokai to Oahu. Paddlers must navigate the "Channel of Bones," notorious for its treacherous cross-chop, massive trade-wind swells, and extreme isolation. It is widely considered the unofficial World Championship of long-distance surfski. >>

Bollenboys Dutch Coast Race

[2026-10-11] Ocean racing on the Dutch coast, with recorded editions at Castricum aan Zee. >>

2026-10-12

Reunion to host concluding event of 2026 Canoe Ocean Racing World Cup Series

2026-10-10

Jemma Smith and Cory Hill secure Australia's first mixed SS2 world championship

2026-10-10

First SS1 titles decided at Ocean Racing world championships in La Vila Joiosa