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2016 Te Wānanga o Aotearoa Long Distance Nationals Results Day 2

Another fantastic day of racing yesterday, a massive congratulations to our new National Champions and to all those who were out on the water yesterday. We couldn't do this without all of the amazing volunteers including support boats, soup makers and all of the above - a huge mihi to you !! Check out more awesome photos on our Facebook page. Safe travels to those heading home today.

September members prize draw

This months prizes are donated by Kapinua and Eat Me Supplements. Check out their listings on our Equipment Suppliers page.

Looking for 2 x W6 Waka for Open/Master Mix @ LDN

We are seeking 2x W6 waka for the Cook Island Outriggers to race at the LDN race this weekend. These waka are needed for race 3 (which is the first race on Saturday). Please contact [email protected] if you can assist.

Trolleys and Tires for LDN

A message for all clubs bringing Waka to LDN - please bring waka trolley and tires for your canoes. The area that rigged canoes will be situated is asphalt and a 50m distance from the launch area. Any questions contact [email protected]

Paddler available LDN masters or open

I am experienced and am available for long distance nationals.

CANCELLATION :Te Aro o Ihenga

Ruamata Waka Ama Club have decided to cancel Te Aro o Ihenga due to adverse weather.

AROCA Race Cancellation - Saturday 17th Sept

The weather for Saturday is predicted to be 25Knots up to 40K strong northerly with a high percentage of cloud cover and rain. It makes for low visibility on the day and Narrowneck is fully exposed to these northerly winds. Therefore in the interest of safety the race organisers have decided to cancel the event. Please contact [email protected] for further information

FINAL REMINDER: Roster closing LDN

The roster for the 2016 Te Wānanga o Aotearoa Long Distance Nationals is closing at midnight (Friday 16th). Any paddlers added after this date will incur a $20 per person fee. Please contact [email protected] for further info. Two weeks to go!!!

Waka Ama Safety Course - Auckland

Online entries are open for the Waka Ama Safety Course held in Auckland on November 12th 2016. Spaces are limited so register early to avoid missing out!!

Waka Hire for Long Distance Nationals

There are several out of Tauranga clubs searching for Waka to hire for the Long Distance Nationals

For Sale: Fai 3x Pro lay up (carbon fibre)

Looking for W2 Canoes for J19 Womens and Open Mens Race

Looking for a steerer for LDN

Kaihoe o Ngati Rehia Master Men’s Team require a steersman for LDN. Alternatively, we would consider a paddler and could use a backup steersman from our other team. Please contact Daniel Kaiawe 021 024 09862

Īhenga - Online entries are OPEN

Ruamata Waka Ama Club invite you to Te Aro o Īhenga, a waka ama race traversing (Lakes) Rotorua and Rotoiti, honouring one of Te Arawa’s eponymous ancestors and his famous expeditions which established Te Arawa and its descendants in this region. The race runs across (Lake) Rotorua from Reeme St Reserve, Ngongotahā to the Ōhau Channel, along the Ōkere diversion wall and into (Lake) Rotoiti. The race finish is at Te Tāhuna (Hinehopu Reserve), Tamatea Street, in Rotoiti. It is approximately 30 km.

Poor Knights Crossing 2016 Results

Race debrief and results attached