Queen Lili'uokalani Race - Kona HI - 2006

Mahalo and Aloha to my coaches...
"This section of the website is dedicated to my coaches Judith Moore and Steve Levon.  Without their persistent guidance, passion, and endless hard work and dedication to the sport of outrigger canoe paddling and our club, this trip and the events that took place for our club would not have been possible.  Racing 18 miles nonstop with all of the physical and mental energy I had, taught me a great deal about myself, my team mates, and my coaches.  I give you both my most sincere mahalo and aloha for making this event one of the most memorable experiences of my life"
 
- Gus...

Race and Event Pics

The Queen Lili'uokalani Long-Distance Outrigger Canoe Race is the worlds largest outrigger canoe race. This year marked the 35th anniversary of this event.  The race was once again sponsored by the "The Big Island's"  Kai'opua Canoe Club. Teams from around the world arrived in Kailua - Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii to compete and participate in the festivities.   Our club participated in the 18 mile race with two women and one men's team.  The 18-mile long Ironman race took place on Saturday September 2, 2006 and was followed by a 6-mile tandem outrigger canoe race on Sunday September 3, 2006.  An award Ceremony, Luau, and torchlight parade of paddlers followed the canoe races. The pictures here tell our story of the event.  Please enjoy them an share them with your friends and Ohana.