The Great SUPWA Raffle Win a $2,000 instore voucher from Stand Up Paddle Surf Shop or $1,500 Cash!   Proceeds will help support the Western Australian State SUP Team competing at the SUP National Titles in Queensland in November 2017. Winners Name published on the SUPWA Website 13th of October   Permit Holder - Mr Steven McCullough 0419 934 144 - Permit Number - LS211803218    

The Starboard Black Blade presented by Stand Up Paddle Sports is the finest SUP Short Course regatta in Australia. The Black Blade was the first SUP Sprint race on a buoyed course in the world outside America. Competitors will race over 3 distance - 200m, 1000m and 5km. Come down to see who will take out the title for Fastest Paddler in the State for the 200m. Note the 2017 Starboard Black Blade was moved to the 21th of May. If you have already entered your entry will carry over to this date. Great fun format, with all divisions contesting state championship medals for the best paddler across the 3 distances. This year also includes a PaddleLoop division. Paddlers wanting to cruise can enter the Paddleloop Package - a 200m fun run and a 4km PaddleLoop - around the island at Champion Lakes - both with projected times. You choose the time you think you will get - should be great fun with the 200m - no paddling backwards or stopping! Board : 14' (must use the same board for all 3 races) Divisions: Male Open Elite* Male U/40 Male O/40 Male O/50 Female Open Elite* Female U/40 Female O/40 Junior Division   Entry fee is for all 3 races. Overall points for Flatwater Champion across 3 distances - total time will be added from your 3 races to decide the Black Blade Champions. *Top 4 best overall times will constitute the Open Elite divsion - recognising the most outstanding paldders in the State. Paddlers finishing outside the top 4 will then be broken down into age divisions for the best times for each age category (top 3). There will be heats held to rank paddlers into A, B & C finals for 200m and 1000m. There are no medals for 200m and 1000m races (this is no longer a champion race - just a race to add to your overall time), except the 200m Open Elite Medal for the fastest paddler in the State (first 4). All races work toward the final overall time to determine the Age Group Divisions - this means paddlers will race against paddlers with similar speeds, rather than just similar age, but will still end up competing for their Age Group Championship (Unless they are too fast and end up in the top 4 overall - becoming an Open Elite Champion - the top paddlers in the State!). Registration & Briefing: 0700 Racing: 0800  

Registration 0700 for a 0730 start. DON'T FORGET THE BLACK BLADE PADDLELOOP ON THE 21st. Come down to Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $5 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop - 4.2km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop - 2.2km (below 15mins is a good time for a strong paddler) All board lengths and types are welcome - It isn't a race, but about having fun. Nominate a time that you think you will achieve - next PaddleLoop try and beat that time. The trick is to paddle consistently at a speed you feel comfortable with - which is entirely up to you! The winner is the person closest to their nominated time.  The winners receives a great SUPWA T'shirt for those closest to their time - also the top 5 paddlers (closest to their time) receive Pod Points for their Pod. It's a fun opportunity to get involved with the very friendly SUPWA community and try or develop your SUP paddling. Get some tips, have some fun or have a goal for fitness. Open to all levels and all ages. (kids under 10 should be accompanied by an adult around the course). See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your weekend

This Sunday morning, the 9th of April come down for the Easter PaddleLoop. Easter egg hunt for the kids and a great way of earning the choccy's for the following weekend! See you at Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant. Registration 0700 for a 0730 start. Come down to Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $3 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop - 4.2km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop - 2.2km (below 15mins is a good time for a strong paddler) All board lengths and types are welcome - It isn't a race, but about having fun. Nominate a time that you think you will achieve - next PaddleLoop try and beat that time. The trick is to paddle consistently at a speed you feel comfortable with - which is entirely up to you! The winner is the person closest to their nominated time.  The winners receives a great SUPWA T'shirt for those closest to their time - also the top 5 paddlers (closest to their time) receive Pod Points for their Pod. It's a fun opportunity to get involved with the very friendly SUPWA community and try or develop your SUP paddling. Get some tips, have some fun or have a goal for fitness. Open to all levels and all ages. (kids under 10 should be accompanied by an adult around the course). See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your weekend

The 2017 Busselton Jetty Paddle Entry and further details here: www.busseltonjetty.com.au Saturday April 1 Registration 8.15am-9.15am Paddle Briefing 9.30am on shore in front of Goose – 9.40am Call for Registration Waves to line up and be ticked off (Marathon, Advanced and Novice in SUPS, Kayaks, Surf Skis-SUPs to be separated from others to help them not fall off) 9.50am Mayor Address – need PA as above, Police Gun Ready and Count Down starts 10am Marathon 11km Course (3 laps of Jetty) Start for all SUPS, Kayaks, Surf Skis etc doing 3 laps of Jetty going under the Jetty at the Cruise Ship Platform – 10.05am Advanced 7km Course for all SUPs, Kayaks, Surf Skis etc doing 2 laps of Jetty and going under the Jetty at the Cruise Ship Platform to complete the 2 laps 10.10am Novice 3.6km Course for all SUPs, Kayaks, Surf Skis etc doing 1 lap of the Jetty. 10.15am Dragon Boats 3.6km Course or any other above 2 seater craft Sunday April 2 8am Optional Jetty Walk to end for Sausage Sizzle/Tea/Coffee Breakfast and Mini Tour of Underwater Observatory 10am Start of 3.2km Technical Race including running on beach and other activities. SUPWA to organise prizes and present them at end of race.  This will be part of the National Competition Format. 11am Team Events – encourage team nominations for Corporates, Sporting Teams, Family etc – if this is just on the foreshore and we can make them fun events that include some paddling, but also some beach games, we won’t need Surf Life Saving in such large numbers and Sea Rescue.  If only entering team events, registration $15 per person however no Paddle Pack to be received – just covers insurance etc.  Registration Cost per participant includes: a)      Day 1 Events; b)      Band/Entertainment; c)      Sausage Sizzle Participant Breakfast/Tea/Coffee; d)      Mini Tour of UWO; e)      Day 2 Events; f)       Prizes; g)      Commemorative Hat Event Kookaburra Caravan Park is just across the road from the Jetty and has Powered Tent Sites and Caravan Sites for $38.50 on April 1 and 2.   People can all stay in the same area.  Those who don’t have a tent or caravan can book a cabin from $83 per night to $130.      

SUPWA & The Stand Up Surf Shop are ready for some Shaka Fun & you're invited. It's a unique event including LongSUP boards for surfers large and small, male and female, experienced and novice, with the opportunity to compete in a fun environment that requires competitors to perform tricks aligned with longboard surfing criteria. Please note that The Wedge Island Shaka also caters for individuals with novice experience, so if you can't do a lot on a wave, that's ok, come & get wet & have fun, plus learn in a fun atmosphere.    Day 1 Saturday 25 March - Divisions Include; Male and Female (Shaka LongSUP) Junior SUP Short/LongSUP Board Day 2, Sunday 26 March - Divisions Include; Male and Female SUP Short Board The event also provides elite short board competitors with a lead in event to the Surfing WA - Stand Up Paddle State Title, Round 1 – Rottnest Island. Please note that this surf location may require 4wd for Access Come join the fun and experience SUP competition and get surfing tips from our state champions in a great fun environment. Perfect for all levels - newby friendly! LongSUP – Shaka Competition.  Male 10 foot +. Female > 9 foot +. Junior Comp Sat 25th March SUP Short Board Competition – Male and Female and Juniors Sunday 26th March BEST TO BYO SUP, HOWEVER SOME 10ft BOARDS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITORS Registration from 7.30 on the Saturday morning. Competition complete at approximately 2pm on The Sunday See you there for the Wedge Island Shaka   Event Sponsor Mike Galvin & Cam McKay The Stand Up Surf Shop in North Freo

The Paddlesports SUP5000 One of the most fun SUP events on the SUPWA calendar. You race and then relax paddle back to the start to repeat a shorter distance. Divisions: Wave 1 (1500m) Junior Surf Board (10'-12'6) Wave 2 (2000m) Male U/40 14' Male O/40 14' Wave 3 (2000m) Female Open 14' Female O/40 14' Male O/50 14'   Description: There are 4 races for Men and women: 2000m 1500m 1000m 500m 3 Races for juniors and Surf Boards 1500m 1000m 500m You tally up your places for your results. Lowest score wins.  Open Male 1st-3rd will be awarded to the top 3 fastest male combined times (in the U/40 and O/40 wave).   Registration - 0600 Briefing - 0630 First Wave - 0700

  Flatwater for the Masses returns for 2017. Usually the last goodbye to a summer of flatwater racing before the winter swells start to sneak up the coast. This is access racing to all levels, with short distance, but tightly run schedule, making it possible the most hardest yet strangely fun 5500 meters you'll ever do. The Eaton Foreshore Festival runs in the back ground making a family day out for those who family members are happy to support the event from food stalls or sideshow alley. Entry fees; $5 SUPWA members $10 non members Fees are then donated back to Eaton Primary School who allow us the space to run the event. Rego/Start Race Rego 0730 - 0845 Briefing 0845 Race Start 0900 Race Format First leg 2500 Loop  Second Leg 1500 Loop  Third Leg 1000 Straight run Fourth Leg 500 don't look up All contested categories hold a first prize provided by YOB Australia. They will also provide a substantial prize for a draw post event, along with an absolute swag of spot prizes to give away. Categories Female Open 14' Female O/40 14' Male Open 14' Male U/40 14' Male O/40 14' Male O/50 14' Male Cruiser (11'>) Female Cruiser ('>) Junior Great prizes on offer for all competitors registered.  Huge day for the South West for SUP and great support from regional supplier YOB Australia   The YOB Shootout 2017 The YOB top ten shoot out will be back again for 2017. YOB Squad head honcho will pick ten paddlers from the field to compete in a handicap race over a sprint distance on the ultimate 1 class race, the YOB Squad School Fleet. Earn the right to have your name etched forever on the perpetual trophy hung in the main entrance to the YOB Australia store. The latest YOB Australia Tarpon C100 racing paddle and cover ($450) as a major random draw prize, open to all entrants.   --   

REGISTER FOR 2017 CITY LIGHTS Sunday  5th March   Here’s the link: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=93039   ALL RACERS MUST REGISTER [BOTH/ALL TEAM MEMBERS]   THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS ! Ascot Kayak Club Black Swan Winery Ramon Anderson Peak Performance Terry Bolland Canoeing Downunder Beck Florisson Print Boutique Bruce McWhirter Cadbury   COURSE Start Kayaks & Outriggers: Riverton Bridge Park. Start SUPs: Narrows [S. Beach, Upstream]. Four Check Pts: See map in rego [portage & light check at Narrows] Finish: Ascot Kayak Club Ascot Waters may change due to high water   RACER NOTES Must race in pairs or team boats, no solo Relay option available, change at Narrows Car shuffle required between Riverton and Ascot   FEES $35.00 all entrants includes dinner & music at Ascot Supporters dinner ticket = $10   RACE DIRECTOR Doug Hodson, city.lights.race@gmail.com, 0417 938 596   CLASS RULES Categories: Open, Veteran (45+), Mixed, Relay Team Age applies on 5-3-17, Pair must both be in age category or enter in “Open” No Junior categories, if accepted they race as ‘Open’. Participants must be 16+ on 5-3-17 Competitors under 18 must have parent permission. All juniors must wear PFD Evidence of previous distance event required (ie Avon, Marathons etc.)   SAFETY EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS Obligatory Lights: 360deg white light [glow sticks to be provided as back-up] Obligatory Extras: Phones, Number slots, Enough buoyancy for capsize Recommended: PFDs, Scissors for fishing line   RACE TIMETABLE Riverton: 4.00 pm Registration Opens (Note: No race entries at registration – must enter online) 5.00 pm Race Briefing – All participants must be present 5.30 pm Race Starts – 5 min grid intervals, slower teams first Narrows [SUPs]: 5.00 pm Registration Opens 6.00pm Race Briefing 6.30pm Race Start Ascot [at end]: 8:20 pm First paddlers due at finish line 8.00 pm Food available 9.30 pm Presentations and Prize giving [will take place even if some racers not finished]    IMPORTANT EVENT RULES All single craft participants must paddle in pairs (within 3 boat lengths at all times) Any loss of or damage to craft and/or equipment is sole responsibility of the entrant All participants must attend race briefing  

This Sunday morning, the 5th of March. It's officially Autumn, let's celebrate on the water burning some calories & having fun with the SUPWA Paddle Loop.  See you at Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant. This will be a fun paddle loop come on down and try some SUP Yoga with Steve Malcolm from Enerchi - East Fremantle. Sup yoga at 7.15 followed by the paddle loop at 7.45. Come down to Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant, it's a free event for SUPWA members or $3 to non members, just nominate your completion time. 1. The Long Loop - 4.2km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop - 2.2km (below 15mins is a good time for a strong paddler) All board lengths and types are welcome - It isn't a race, but about having fun. Nominate a time that you think you will achieve - next PaddleLoop try and beat that time. The trick is to paddle consistently at a speed you feel comfortable with - which is entirely up to you! The winner is the person closest to their nominated time.  The winners receives a great SUPWA T'shirt for those closest to their time - also the top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive Pod Points for their Pod. It's a fun opportunity to get involved with the very friendly SUPWA community and try or develop your SUP paddling. Get some tips, have some fun or have a goal for fitness. Open to all levels and all ages. (kids under 10 should be accompanied by an adult around the course). See you for a fun morning, the best way to kick start your weekend

NORTH SHORE PADDLERS – MULLALOO “Novice and Advanced” DOWNWINDER The North Shore Paddlers (NSP pod) are looking forward to showing you all, beginner to advanced, our local DW run and sharing the stoke with you.   Sunday 19th February 2017 Registration: 1-2pm at Pinnaroo Point Short Course - Novice Event 3.5KM :  Pinnaroo Point to Mullaloo Beach (north of West View Car Park) Start 3pm   Short Course  female and male 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, junior 1st female and 1st male   Long Course - Advanced Event 5.5 KM:  Hillarys beach (north of Northside Drive) to Mullaloo Beach (as above)                                                 Start 3.30pm Presentation:                    Approx. 4.30pm at Pinnaroo Point, followed by Sausage Sizzle and Lucky Dip                                            Prizes awarded for the following categories and points to be awarded to pods:                                                                                            Open Class female and male  1st, 2nd and 3rd (top 3 across line are open regardless of age) U40 & O’40s 1st male  and female O50’s 1st male and  1st female, Junior 1st female and 1st male.   DASH FOR CASH” prize for the 1st and 2nd paddler across the line in both unlimited and 14ft board categories   Cost:                                     SUPWA members: $10.00 (includes insurance) Non SUPWA members: $25.00 but are encouraged to join SUPWA for $25.00 instead.  

WOW `"Women On Water" - Ladies SUP Day Our usual PaddleLoop starts the morning (see details below) it's open to everyone, however on this occasion, we are encouraging all females to come along - whether you have been on a SUP for 2 years, 2 weeks, 2 days or not at all - or just want to see what its all about?  Guys you are welcome too :-) We have our WOW (Women on Water) training session following the paddle loops completion.  Also SUP YOGA & a Technical Race – it's a team fun event for everyone :-) Gold coin donation at the end for a BBQ brekkie if you like. (partners & kids are more than welcome to join the sausage sizzle.   Format for Beginners Clinic  Get loose  Improve your balance  Move around your board Basic stroke   Intermediate *Improving your overall technique *Increase power with a greater knowledge of the mechanics behind your stroke *Breakdown every aspect of the stroke *Discuss torque and cadence  PaddleLoop & MiniLoop Registration between  7am & 7.20 for a 7.30 start, be there early to get your number.  Come down to Deep Water Point for the SUPWA PaddleLoop. Simply enter the free event online by putting in your nominated time for either: 1. The Long Loop - 4.2km (below 30mins is a good time for strong paddler) 2. Short Loop - 2.2km (below 15mins is a good time for a strong paddler) All board lengths and types are welcome - It isn't a race, but about having fun. Nominate a time that you think you will acheive - next PaddleLoop try and beat that time. The trick is to paddle consistently at a speed you feel comfortable with - which is entirely up to you! The winner is the person closest to their nominated time.  It's a great opportunity to get involved with our friendly SUPWA community and develop your SUP paddling. Get some tips, have some fun or have a goal for fitness. Open to all levels and all ages. (kids under 10 should be accompanied by an adult around the course). All welcome, all free...all fun!