This year's C4 Waterman Duke's OceanFest SUP competition is following and "Eddie" format where surfers total their highest two waves in two heats to make the finals. There are limited spots available. The contest will be held at Queen's Surf in front of Duke's statue on Tuesday, August  25th & Wednesday, August 26th with times to be announced. Prizes will be awarded in three divisions: Men's, and Juniors (17 and under).

QStaged in conjunction with the Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation
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Race Course: Start at Hawaii Kai-Maunalua Bay, finish in Waikiki-Duke’s Statue
Distance: 10 miles
Start: 11 a.m. water start (cut off time is 2 hours and 30 minutes) on August 29, 2009
Entry: $40 fee includes t-shirt and awards for top finishers, $15 extra shirt
Mail to: Hawaii Paddleboard Championship, P. O. Box 2835, Honolulu, HI 96803
Or contact Carl Kim (808) 754-6152
Features the famous open ocean, downswell course that is a part of every ocean athlete in
Hawaii. The honor of racing for the Duke draws Hawaii’s premier paddleboard racers
together to experience the thrill of going thru the surf into the Motherland, Waikiki.
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Safety Recommendations: Wear a leash, bright clothing, wear a Personal Floatation
Device, wear a hat. Familiarize yourself with the course. Have an emergency plan.
Know basic first aid and CPR. Briefing will start at 10:45 a.m. race day.
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http://www.dukefoundation.org/