The Coffees of Hawaii Pailolo Challenge has been scheduled for September 17th 2011. For updated information and registration please visit: http://www.pailolo.com
History
Canoes of all types have, for years, been enjoying the downwind run from West Maui to South Moloka’i.
For a time, there was only one race — for 0C-1s and Surfskis but, in 2007, the Pailolo Challenge was inaugurated so that finally, Hawaii’s 6-person outrigger canoe paddlers could enjoy one of Hawaii’s best downwind runs.
One of windiest channels in the Hawaiian islands, the Pailolo Channel takes the trades that funnel between Maui and Moloka’i and transforms them into perfectly spaced bumps that offer rides virtually all the way from the start at D.T. Flemings Beach Park to Kaunakakai Pier, 26 miles away.
The race is open to HRCA approved*fiberglass six-person outrigger canoes AND Open Class Canoes.
Divisions: Men’s open (9), Master 40 (9) , Master 50 (10), Iron (6). Women’s open (10), Master 40 (10), Master 50 (12), Master 60 (12) and Iron (6)
No escort boat required for iron crews however, all iron crews are encouraged to have a VHF radio on board.
• Registration is on Friday, September 16 from 11:30am-5:00pm at Maui Brewing Company Brew Pub. Paddlers receive 25% off food and $3 beers till 5pm.
• Intent to Participate form due Friday, September 9. All other forms due at Registration on Friday, Sept 16. Register online at http://www.pailolo.com
• All women’s and mixed crew start at 9:00am. All men’s crews start 15 minutes later.
2010 Pailolo Challenge video
please contact me as i am interested in entering a men’s crew but would need to borrow a canoe if possible.
Great race yesterday. The only disappointing thing was when we distributed our shirts after the race.
We have 7 guys who need XL and we only had 2 in the bag. Is there anyway you can take sizes before the race to insure everyone gets a shirt that fits? Are there any left over we could buy?
Thanks,
Hui Nalu 50 men
Hi I’m 38yrs old and looking for an open seat for the 2011 Pailolo race. Coming from CA and arriving on Maui the 15th. If you need an extra paddler would love to make arrangements before my arrival.
Thanks!