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Danielle McKenzie

[2026-02-20] Danielle "Dani" McKenzie is a versatile sporting phenomenon from New Zealand, widely considered one of the most naturally gifted ocean athletes of her generation. >>

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. >>

Bianca Beavitt

[2026-02-20] Bianca Beavitt is a powerhouse of South African paddling, widely respected for her "iron lungs" and her ability to dominate both grueling river marathons and technical ocean downwind races. >>