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A new dragon boat paddler doesn’t get many weeks in a boat until they’re asked, “But, have you ever tried outrigger?” An astute new paddler will note that dragon boating is but one fast, sprinty, splashy, corner of a very large and comprehensive paddling universe. Becoming a part of the broader universe of single-bladed paddling should […]

Maui Canoe tours are the best way to discover the ocean and experience Hawaiian culture. Great for families, couples, and groups! Experience an Outrigger.

A new dragon boat paddler doesn’t get many weeks in a boat until they’re asked, “But, have you ever tried outrigger?” An astute new paddler will note that dragon boating is but one fast, sprinty, splashy, corner of a very large and comprehensive paddling universe. Becoming a part of the broader universe of single-bladed paddling should […]

OC1 outrigger canoeing book by award winning writer Steve West. 300 pages featuring OC1 origens and designs, OC1 paddling techniques, OC1 rigging. Paddle designs for OC1, safety and OC1 downwind paddling techniques in reading the water. Injury prevention for OC1 paddling. OC1 leashes, OC1 capsize and recovery. Fully illustrated with photos and diagrams and with anecdotes from paddlers.

Wherever we went, we always seemed to attract local outriggers for some reason ;)

Length overall 17’ 9” (5400mm) Hull width 18 ½” (470mm) Overall width 6' 7" (2000mm) Draft 8” (200mm) @ 400 Lb (182 Kg) Displacement Hull weight 64 Lb (29 Kg) Weight fully rigged 122 Lb (55 Kg) Sailing rig type Tacking only Sail area 65 Sq Ft (6.0 Sq M) Construction method Strip planked composite The Ulua design broadly resembles the classic Hawaiian canoe with some differences. The round bottom, which is important in the surf, performs poorly when sailed to windward. I've added a pivoting…

Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Surfing : Panting By Leo Hone