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The Dragon Run (Hong Kong)
Started in 2007, the Dragon Run quickly became a cornerstone of the World Surfski Series. It is a highly technical 24-kilometer race in the South China Sea. Paddlers start at Clearwater Bay, navigate the notoriously messy "reflector chop" off the Ninepins islands, catch downwind runs toward Cape D'Aguilar, and finish at Stanley Beach. The extreme heat and humidity add a brutal physical layer to the race. >>
The Evolution of Canoe Ocean Racing: From Lifesaving to Global Sport
Discover the history and mechanics of Canoe Ocean Racing, a discipline defined by sit-on-top surfskis and the mastery of open-ocean downwind conditions. >>
The Evolution of Surfski Kayaks
This post from Global Surfski, titled "The Evolution of Surfski Kayaks," explores the history and design shifts of surfskis, specifically comparing the "old school" Hawaiian designs to modern high-performance models. >>
The Molokai Challenge (Hawaii, USA)
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. >>
Tigullio Ocean Racing 2026: Elite Ocean Paddle Sports in Sestri Levante
Experience the thrill of Tigullio Ocean Racing 2026 in Sestri Levante! Join top paddlers from Oct 17–18 for an elite sea racing spectacle along the Italian Riviera. Sanctioned by FICK. >>