14 September 2016
Dear Paddler,
Flurry of medals ends Team SA’s Masters charge
The South African team can hold their heads high following another successful outing to the ICF Canoe Marathon Masters World Cup in Brandenburg, Germany on Wednesday when they bagged a further seven medals to go with the five they scooped on the opening day of the marathon showpiece. Read the full story here.
Solms not fishing for records
Four-time Hansa Fish River Canoe Marathon champion Abby Solms will become the most decorated female competitor in the history of the prominent Eastern Cape event should she successfully defend her crown when this year’s race takes place in Cradock on 7 and 8 October. Read the full story here.
Dusi’s Khwela hunts maiden K1 Fish Top 10 finish
As entries pour in for the ever-popular Hansa Fish River Canoe Marathon ahead of the looming normal entry deadline, some of the nation’s best paddlers – including the likes of 2014 Dusi winner, Sbonelo Khwela – have signed themselves up for the two-day Eastern Cape assignment from 7 to 8 October. Read the full story here.
South African Surfski Championships
It is still a number of months away but the organisers want to keep reminding people that the Pete Marlin Surfski Race will be the South African Surfski Championships for 2016. The race will happen over the weekend of 5-6 November. Take a look at their Facebook page here for more information.
South African K1 Championships
The Hansa Fish River Canoe Marathon plays host to the 2016 SA K1 Championships! Make sure that you get your entry in early for this one! It is one that no one wants to miss!! Entries will open on 1 August so stay tuned here to find out more.
Gauteng Canoe Union
The upcoming JCC Klip Race is going to double up as the Gauteng Trials for the SA K1 Champs at the Hansa Fish this year. The race takes place on Sunday 18 September starting at Buksies Resort starting at 08:00. If you need to get in touch with anyone get in touch with either Gavin (0824120446) or Martin (0824467427) for more info
KwaZulu-Natal Canoe Union
The Supa Quick Fezela Classic is happening this weekend. 18 September, from Camps Drift to Moto-x Weir. 9am start!
Western Cape Canoe Union
Gouda – Bridgetown K1 Presidents Trophy Race | Saturday, 17 September 2016 | Registration: 7:30 – 8:30 | Venue : Gouda Bridge | Start time : 9h00 | Finish : Bridgetown | Distance : 30 km
PE2EL Surfski Challenge
Enter “The Challenge” at the special Early Bird Rate: Fees paid, and entry submitted by 15 June 2016: R2500! See our website www.bordercanoeclub.co.za for more info. We have officially “launched”, and are open for entries. We offer an experience of a lifetime, along the most impressive coastline in the world. This is an adventure not to be missed. Not for the fainthearted! Check the poster and get your entry form here!
2016 Fenn Cape Point Challenge
Planning is already under way for this iconic annual event, which takes place on 17th December, 2016. Entries open in October. More information here. Time to dust off those paddles and start logging the miles!
SELLING:
Blade 5 K1 (Manta equivalent) good condition ,never used on a river, plus/minus 2 years old R 3000.00.
Contact details email – Jack.rowan56@gmail.com , cell no. 0825741646
K2 LEGEND (PMB River Craft) As new….
Been on flat water for an hour!
New: R6800
Asking: R5300 onco
Email: mallytania@gmail.com
Phone: 0610903881
1 x Sabre in good condition R2,250
1 x Manta Maxi. Full Kevlar construction. Very good condition. R7,550
Contact James Crichton 0832541982.
Surfski: Speed S2 Double
Full Carbon – Racing Condition-no dings or repairs
R10 000.00 (R22 000.00 new)
Contact Stretch 0735528840
BUYING:
Fenn Swordfish S full carbon or Carbon hybrid
Fenn XT Double Carbon
Carbonology Zest Double Carbon
Call Clive on 079 312 1683 or clive.mcgill@gmail.com
Second hand Fenn Double Elite (Carbon or glass).
Based in CPT, but could arrange shipping.
Contact Gustav via this e-mail address or 084 234 1731
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