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Vaikobi’s Michael Booth (Fenn/ Jetts Fitness / Ocean Paddler) completed a clean sweep of the Gatorade COTP event here at Hamilton Island with a fantastic victory today in the 22km Race from Linderman to Hamilton Island.
Boothy also took out the 3km and 7km races here on Hamilton Island proving that all his hard work in training is paying off on the water.
In what turned out being an extremely technical race due to the arrival of a strong Southerly change of 20-25knots early in the race, Boothy took control by keeping a line closer further upwind and to the west whilst his closest competitors took a line further East, resulting in them having to deal with more cross wind conditions closer to Hamilton Island.
The ever consistent Jeremy Cotter (Epic) finished just over a minute behind Boothy in 2nd place with Clint Robinson (Epic) taking out 3rd.
Mark “Ando” Anderson (Fenn) had a great race and finished 4th ahead of Gold Coast’s Cory “Chill” Hill in 5th.
A Strong line up of 74 competitors lined up on the beach at Linderman Island in light conditions and slight rain, however not long after clearing Linderman Island the breeze increased out of the South East creating great running conditions.
A little further down the track, the breeze veered more out of the South and increased in strength creating some strong cross wind conditions with large waves that tested the mettle of everyone on the race course and resulted in a few retirements.
The Gatorade Clash of the paddles event has seen a strong increase in competitor numbers in the surf ski division this year and full credit to Surf Life Saving Australia for organizing a fantastic event. If you are considering coming up to this event next year, lock it into your race schedule as you will have a great time.
Final results will be available at: http://sls.com.au/clash-of-the-paddles/results
Vaikobi will be at Hamilton Island, QLD for the Gatorade Clash of the Paddles which is set to begin Today, Thursday 12th of June. We will have the full Vaikobi V Heat and V Cold ranges available during race week so drop by and learn about the Vaikobi difference.
Come and visit us either at the Paddle Shop or Ocean Paddler stands on the island.
The breeze has been blowing so get set for some pretty exciting conditions!
#noexcuses
Beat the cold this winter with the Vaikobi V cold range of paddle gear. http://www.vaikobi.com/pages/v-cold
The new Vaikobi V Cold Pant http://www.vaikobi.com/products/new-v-cold-paddle-pant-black-cyan is receiving rave reviews from paddlers who are enjoying the light and stretchy design whilst keeping them comfortable to paddle through the cold conditions.
Combine with your choice of top to suit your optimum upper body temperature- V Cold Short Sleeve + Arm Warmers, V Cold Long Sleeve and the super warm V Cold Plus Long Sleeve Top.
Visit your local Vaikobi Dealer or shop on www.vaikobi.com to experience the Vaikobi Difference! # noexcuses
WEEKEND VAIKOBI PHOTO COMP!
Well it is Friday and we are feeling pretty pumped that the weekend is here= more time on the water!
To celebrate and for something a bit random, we have decided to run a Vaikobi Photo competition for this weekend only.
Rules of the competition are simple:
1. Your picture must be taken this weekend
2. Your picture must tell the story of the following 3 words: OCEAN, FUN & SPLASH
3. Extra points will be allocated if you can get a Vaikobi logo in the shot!
4. All pics must be posted on the Vaikobi Facebook page with a brief description of where the picture was taken and what was going on in the picture.
So no matter how you are getting wet this weekend- Ski, SUP, Sail, Kite, pack your camera when you are heading out and get clicking.
Entries close Monday May 26th at 12pm AEST (To give the Northern Hemisphere a chance to get their pics in)
Prizes:
1st- A Pair of Vaikobi's new V Cold Paddle Pants RRP $119.99
2nd- A Vaikobi Dry Back Pack RRP $119.99
3rd- Vaikobi V Heat Paddle Short RRP $79.99
Winners will be announced on Tuesday Morning AEST
PROVISIONAL
1 3:35:17 4 Hank McGregor SOUTH AFRICA MALE-30-39 Elite Solo SS-1
2 3:35:40 1 Clint Robinson AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
3 3:41:49 9 Cory Hill AUSTRALIA MALE-19-29 Elite Solo SS-1
4 3:44:24 8 Jeremy Cotter AUSTRALIA MALE-30-39 Elite Solo SS-1
5 3:48:34 7 Jasper Mocke SOUTH AFRICA MALE-19-29 Elite Solo SS-1
6 3:48:50 6 Martin Kenny AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
7 3:52:58 3 Lewis Laughlin FRENCH POLYNESIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
8 3:57:46 53 Dorian Wolter UNITED STATES MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
9 3:59:13 10 Hiromana Flores FRENCH POLYNESIA MALE-19-29 Elite Solo SS-1
10 3:59:13 27 Timothy Altman AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
11 4:02:15 2 Oscar Chalupsky SOUTH AFRICA MALE-SR.MASTER 50-54 Elite
12 4:02:32 22 Bruce Poacher Poacher CHINA MENS-Open Relay SS-2 up to
13 4:06:06 5 Grant Kenny AUSTRALIA MALE-SR.MASTER 50-54 Elite
14 4:08:40 54 Greg Barton UNITED STATES MALE-SR.MASTER 50-54 Elite
15 4:08:57 23 Danny Topfer AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
16 4:09:11 50 Andrew Mowlem NEW ZEALAND MALE-19-29 Elite Solo SS-1
17 4:12:31 40 Gilles Guedikian Torregrossa FRENCH POLYNESIA MENS-Open Relay SS-2 up to
18 4:20:16 62 Adrian Hybner AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
19 4:24:08 41 Jeff Lemarseny AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
20 4:27:42 15 Peter McEwen AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
21 4:29:05 39 Ryan Paroz AUSTRALIA MALE-19-29 Elite Solo SS-1
22 4:32:40 26 Guy Wilding Dunbar UNITED STATES MALE Open Relay SS-1 Up to
23 4:33:02 12 Rachel Clarke NEW ZEALAND FEMALE-19-29 Solo SS-1
24 4:33:47 42 Rene Appel HONG KONG MALE-SR.MASTER 50-54 Elite
25 4:37:58 47 Andrew Wheeler AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
26 4:38:48 46 Dylan Thomas Waterman UNITED STATES MIXED-Open Relay SS-2 up t
27 4:40:36 34 Nathan Haythorpe AUSTRALIA MALE-30-39 Elite Solo SS-1
28 4:42:52 35 Nick Ziviani AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
29 4:43:21 29 Lisa Wadling AUSTRALIA FEMALE-30-39 Solo SS-1
30 4:46:14 33 Ben Reitze AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
31 4:47:18 65 Stewart O'Regan AUSTRALIA MALE-30-39 Elite Solo SS-1
32 4:51:35 13 Charlie Wilkie AUSTRALIA MALE-SR.MASTER 55-59 Elite
33 4:52:26 52 Joe Kearney AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
34 4:55:51 18 Paul Gill AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
35 5:00:52 66 Jimmy Kincaid McLvor UNITED STATES MALE Open Relay SS-1 Up to
36 5:07:21 19 Raymond Waldron AUSTRALIA MALE-SR.MASTER 55-59 Elite
37 5:09:38 25 Paul Peterson UNITED STATES MALE-30-39 Elite Solo SS-1
38 5:13:14 43 Nick Murray UNITED STATES MALE-30-39 ELITE SOLO SS-1
39 5:16:47 16 Kerry Davenport Ng AUSTRALIA FEMALE-Open Relay SS-2 up
40 5:17:28 44 Shekhar Kumta Etherington HONG KONG MALE Open Relay SS-1 Up to
41 5:20:14 31 Kimberley Bingham AUSTRALIA MALE-SR.MASTER 55-59 Elite
42 5:22:07 45 Phil Gumbert UNITED STATES MALE-SR.MASTER 55-59 Elite
43 5:23:35 61 Ross McNally AUSTRALIA MALE-SR.MASTER 50-54 Elite
44 5:24:12 24 Graeme Orr AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
45 5:24:31 32 Ale Hedlund UNITED STATES FEMALE-Jr 18 & Under Solo
46 5:32:29 63 Andrew Sneddon AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
47 5:38:39 49 Sally Marks Greensill AUSTRALIA FEMALE Open Relay SS-1 Up
48 5:39:31 17 David Johnstone AUSTRALIA MALE-SR.MASTER 50-54 Elite
49 5:42:18 48 Steven Quick AUSTRALIA MALE-SR.MASTER 50-54 Elite
50 5:45:45 28 Greg McCurdy AUSTRALIA MALE-SR.MASTER 50-54 Elite
51 5:48:11 30 Andrew O'Meally AUSTRALIA MALE-MASTER 40-49 Elite So
52 5:48:39 55 Charles Brand UNITED STATES MALE-SR.MASTER 50-54 Elite
53 5:51:28 36 Jonathan Stack UNITED STATES MALE-30-39 Elite Solo SS-1
The V Cold Paddle Pant just got even more stretchy and comfortable!
Just when you thought the existing V Cold Paddle Pant was the most comfortable paddling pant you have ever worn, the Vaikobi Team has raised the bar yet again with the new Vaikobi V Cold Paddle Pant.
Lighter. Stretchier. Same Breathability and temperature management systems that you already enjoy.
Seamless seat panel for extra comfort
Articulated cut designed for extreme comfort whilst paddling
Scooped back and low front design
Ultimate body temperature management system - allows your body to breath as you heat up
This paddling item has been designed specifically for cold condition Surfski Paddling, Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Boarding, Kayaking (Sprint & Marathon), & Outrigger Canoes
No Excuses for those cold morning sessions!
http://www.vaikobi.com/products/new-v-cold-paddle-pant-black-cyan
Stay tuned to www.vaikobi.com to find out more about this exciting product due to be launched and available this weekend at your favourite Vaikobi Stockist or at www.vaikobi.com