Bunbury Wavemasters Battle of the Blades will be accepting entries on the day Saturday 12th December from 1100 - 1230 at Ridley's Place Australind AOCRA members $25 Non Members $33 Please if possible bring exact change. A fun safe downwind course held in enclosed waters, with full water support from Bunbury Sea rescue. Some great prizes on offer as well as the best race raffle yet, prizes including a Carbon paddle, $100 store voucher from YOB Australia and an official SUPWA sanctioned signed King of the Cut Race singlet. All proceeds going to Bunbury Sea rescue. This course offers something for both the competitive paddlers as well as newer paddlers looking to discover downwind paddling with out dealing with sometimes confusing ocean swells.  

The Ultimate SUP DownWinder-DownUnder The $16,500 Stand Up Surf Shop - King of the Cut is held along on the beautiful Peel Coast line where the famed, powerful and consistent West Coast Seabreeze blows perfect, un-interrupted runners like an endless conveyor belt. In it's 4th year, the King of the Cut is run by SUPWA and proudly sponsored by Stand Up Surf Shop and presented by Redink Homes. Entries close 2nd of December at midnight. Late entries will be accepted after this along with a $10 late entry fee on the online portal. Divisions: In accordance with the SUPAA Rule Book, there will be a Male and Female Pro Class that will compete for the allocated prize money regardless of age group. A competitor is classed as a Pro Class competitor if they have finished in the top ten of a SUPAA Pro event (Top 5 in this particular event) or if they elect to enter the Pro Class for this event (thereby becoming ineligible for their age group). An Unlimited board is eligible for the King (or Queen) of the Cut (first paddler home), but not for the Pro Class prize money (14' only). All other competitors will register in their age group (still remaining eligible for a Pro Class finish). Age group trophies are allocated,  but not prize money.  Female Pro Class 14' Male Pro Class 14' Female O/40 14' Male U/40 14' Male O/40 14' Male O/50 14' Open Unlimited (>14')   Prize Breakdown:   Male Pro Class 14' 1st - $5000 2nd - $2200 3rd - $1500 4th - $1000 5th - $750   Female Pro Class 14' 1st - $3500 2nd - $1500 3rd - $1000   *The King of the Cut has a 2 day window for the best conditions - Saturday the 5th and Sunday the 6th. Please keep this in mind when booking return flights.   Safety Equipment* PFD type 1,2 or 3 (including inflatable type 1) Orange Smoke Flare Leg Rope *Inflatable PFD type 1 and flares will be on sale at registration (limited numbers though)   Wardan Marr Week - Downwind WA Wardan Marr is Noongar for Sea Breeze, describing the consistent wind that hits the Southern WA Coast from noon, every day over summer. The first week of December is the most reliable time for strong winds and optimal downwind conditions in Perth. Wardan Marr Week, constitutes five downwind events to appeal to every downwind SUP paddler.   1. The Doctor (28th November)  The world re-nowned ski and SUP race over 28km from the fabulous Rottnest to Sorrento Beach to the mainland. http://www.oceanpaddler.com/events/the-doctor/   2. The Ship2Shore (29th November) The biggest SUP particpation event in WA. 7km paddle from Port Beach to Swanbourne Beach. A great vibe of SUP community, not a race, but a gathering of like minded people enjoying the ocean together and having a great fun DW. International paddlers acting as mentors, a great opportunity to hang out with the top guns paddling alongside you! https://supwa.tidyclub.com/public/events/1880-the-shorehouse-ship2shore   3. The Triple SSS  (2nd December) A mid Downwinder from Port Beach to City Beach. 11km race, with some of the top paddlers from around the country and the world. Share a beer after at the City Beach Clubhouse. http://www.sunsetsurfskiseries.com/   4. The Stand Up Surf Shop King of the Cut (5th December)  The biggest SUP Downwinder in Australia. 24km of groomed Downwind heaven.   5. SUPWA SUPer Cricket & Casual Downwinder Down in the Mandurah, the first half of the the King of the Cut (10km) from the Dawesville Cut to Silver Sands Beach. Catch up for a drink at SUPWA - HQ Silver Sands! https://supwa.tidyclub.com/public/events/3583-supwa-super-bbq-international-cricket-after-a-casual-downwinder   Accommodation Billeting with a friendly SUPWA member is available for interstate and overseas competitors - contact president@supwa.com.au for details. The Sebel Mandurah is ideally located close to both the start and finish lines of the event. Stroll downstairs to the vibrant Mandurah Boardwalk for an array of bars, restaurants and attractions, or simply take in the stunning views whilst you relax pre or post your event. Take advantage of one our great Summer packages at www.sebelmandurah.com.au     Board Hire Boards are available for hire through Stand Up Surf Shop. Contact Cam McKay for further details - Cameron@standupsurfshop.com.au   Pre race registration: PLEASE NOTE Registration will take place at the FINISH (Secret Harbour Surf Club) between 0830 hrs and 0930hrs with a race briefing 1030, to enable vehicle drop off. Board measurement (14' class only) and safety equipment scrutineering will take place between 0830 - 0930. You need to have your board measured and safety equipment checked prior to registration. Start : The starting point will be between a start vessel and the end of the Northern groyne at the ocean end of the Dawesville Cut. There will be mass start for competitors at 1200hrs. Delicious post event food and drink available at the Secret Harbour Surf Club.    *ENTRIES CLOSE WEDNESDAY 2nd OF DECEMBER MIDDAY

SUPWA SUPer BBQ & International Cricket Challenge - Free Event   Please note that this event has been moved form Sunday to Saturday and no BBQ now - sorry for any inconvenience, hey its a weather based sport! The final day of Wardan Marr Week will be a casual Downwinder (replacing the cancelled Duel Race) from the Dawesville Cut to Silver Sands (first half of the KotC Course). This will be a "cruise in company" style DW, not an organised event, but a chance to just hang out with new friends and old mate - enjoying a cruisy downwinder.  Arrive at 183 Ormsby Tce in Silver Sands from 3-5pm - which is a beach front home just north of the Mandurah inlet. Plenty of space on the front yard for boards. Park you car prior to the DW at the house, trailers will be taking boards up to the start (for trailer use get to Ormsby Tce at 1300) - limited space on trailers.  An game of 10/10 Cricket will be played - WA vs the Rest of the World, from 4pm so get there on tim eto participate - open to everyone!

  Formally known as the Fig2Fig, The Shorehouse Ship 2 Shore is a celebration of Stand Up Paddle (SUP) proudly presented by Starboard. This participation event is unique as it embraces all Skill levels and gives the opportunity to paddle in a large controlled group. SUP professionals will chaperone those less experienced down the 7km course From Port beach to Swanbourne offering guidance along the way. For the more experienced paddlers come and race for the perpetual trophy and glory. Experience the thrill of ocean paddling and then celebrate your achievements and meet other SUPpers at the post event function at the new Shorehouse. Entry includes annual event t-shirt, after event drinks and nibbles at a small cost and the chance to make friends with other paddlers. You can bask in the glory of possibly winning; Youngest Competitor, Oldest Competitor, Best Wipeout and a perpetual award for Fastest Male and Female competitor!  Registration will be taking place from 10am through till noon at the Shorehouse in Swanbourne. Event briefing will take place at 12.30pm with a 1.30pm start to the race to allow adequate vehicle drops and board shuffles up to Port Beach, Fremantle.  $35 for SUPWA members and $50 non-members. Great value with food and quality event T'shirt included. Make sure you invite friends and family to watch you finish and enjoy the after event function.

Event details here: http://www.oceanpaddler.com/events/the-doctor/

Need a new SUP? Thinking about buying your first one? Keen to get onboard a 2016 SUP? Ok, enough teasing, it's time for SUPer Demo Day for 2015 SUPWA with the support of our amazing sponsors are proud to present the SUPer Demo Day for 2015 WHEN: Sunday the 22nd of November WHERE: Matilda Bay foreshore: TIME: 1.00pm till 4.00pm There will be a huge range of boards and all things SUP for you to see and demo. This is a great chance to get on board that board you've been looking at, and maybe drop a few hints for Christmas. So tell your friends, neighbours and family and join us and our sponsors for a great aftern

Downwinder race from Port Beach to Sorrento for inetrmediate to advanced SUP padlers. Further details: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=56140

SUP Central 2016 Flatwater20 Extravaganza   The 2016 Event is formatted to allow paddlers of all ages and abilities to participate and witness the incredible endurance and abilities of Western Australia’s elite SUP race paddlers, as they compete for state titles and prepare to take on the world’s best in the upcoming Doctor and world renowned King of The Cut events.   The event is held in the upper reaches of the Swan River, Belmont Waters at the Ascot Kayak Club and is sure to attract large numbers so don’t miss the first event on SUPWA’s 2016 Racing Calendar.   For the first time the FW20 will have a PaddleLoop style format. The 3 person teams will nominate their total time for the 15km course (each paddler either doing a 5km lap or electing to form a 3 person "drafting train" to compelete the course). So you can "Race it or Cruise it!". Fantastic event for paddlers that enjoy the monthly 4km PaddleLoops - the 5km distance is very achievable and in the beautiful sheltered surrounds of Ascot waters     Team Event 15km – 3 legs (any board length greater than 10') 3 Paddlers consisting  2male + 1 female minimum - can be all female Total team age – 3 categories awarded Total Team under 100 Total Team Under 120 Total Team Over 120 All teams will submit a nominated time for the total distance with prizes awrded for the closest time. Teams are to select a captain who is to contact the team events manager for event rules. Can all use the same board or 3 separate boards. Paddlers that don't have full team can contact the teams event manager (Sue Collins - secretary@supwa.com.au) to get organised into one.     20 Km State Title (14' Board) U/40 Men U/40 Female Over 40 Male Over 40 Female Over 50 Male   State Championship medals and trophies will be awarded to Solo categories. Open Elite Category will be first 3 paddlers across the line in female and male regardless of age group. Age division prizes will be awarded to age group paddlers finishing outside the top 3. At least 4 paddlers are required to form a division - age group divisions will be combined otherwise.   Registration/Bib Number - 0730  Race briefing - 0800 Race Start - 0830 Presentations immdiately after the final competitor finishes.   *The FW20 is one of the state selection SUPWA events. It is recommended that those athletes looking at state selection for the 2016 marathon team should attend this event. Supporting the racing community, assists in developing new paddlers to our sport. 

HEY WHAT’S SUP? If in doubt paddle out Sunday 25 October "Give it a go" Adults & Kids, Amateurs & Pro’s – Race around the Busselton Jetty! Registrations: Note this is NOT a SUPWA event, please register online (see below) Registrations close 16 October, so BE QUICKPlease register & pay online at www.busseltonjetty.com.au Cost: Adults $45 • Child $25 (16 yrs & under) *See Safety & Equipment below Parking: Available along the Busselton foreshore. Accommodation: There will be no accommodation supplied with this entry. It’s important to consider that this time of year is considered high season in the South West of WA and should you require accommodation before and after the event we suggest you make reservations as soon as possible. Check In: To receive your competitor number for timing purposes, we need to confirm all paperwork is correct and then you can collect your registration goodies pack. Sat 24 Oct – 3-5pm Busselton Jetty Interpretive Centre & Jetty Museum (blue buildings) On Race Day – 7:30am at the Registration Marquee on the Busselton foreshore. Start Times: 9:15am Racing will commence with staggered starts. Proudly sponsored by: Course Info: Short Course: Distance 3.6km. Start line will be on the eastern side of Busselton Jetty on the foreshore, in front of the Goose Bar & Kitchen, heading northbound to the end and continuing around the Busselton Jetty to the western side to return to the finish line on the beach at the swimming area on the foreshore. Advanced Course: Distance 7km. Start line will be on the eastern side of Busselton Jetty on the foreshore, in front of the Goose Bar & Kitchen, heading northbound to the end and continuing around the Busselton Jetty to the western side to the Landing 2a (marked approx. 1.7km down the west side) where competitors will pass under the jetty and loop back to the end and around the jetty to the western side to the finish line on the beach at the swimming area on the foreshore. Support & Markers: Busselton Surf Life Saving Association Busselton Volunteer Marine Sea Rescue Group Fitness: The fitness level to compete will be at the discretion of the competitor. Please ensure you consider this when registering for the course. Safety & Equipment: Children 10yrs & under MUST be accompanied by an Adult and wear a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). No safety equipment will be supplied by the organisers, please ensure you bring your own such as PFD. HURRY Registrations Close 16 Oct. "Give it a go" Stand Up Paddle Boards, Kayaks, Canoes Sunday 25 October Adults & Kids, Amateurs & Pro’s – Race around the Busselton Jetty Sunday 25 October! Register online www.busseltonjetty.com.au HURRY Registrations Close 16 October 2015 CASH PRIZES

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Details here: http://wa.canoe.org.au/2015/08/21/classic-paddle-2015/

02-05-2015   07:00 – 09:00   Deep Water Point Mt Pleasant 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 October SUPWA Paddle Loop. It's a special one with our WOW, Women On Water clinic to be held after the paddle loop, pick up some great paddling tips from the States best. We will also have a sup yoga demonstration to keep you chilled.  After all this a bbq with a gold coin donation if you like :-) This will be our last loop for the year as we have other events scheduled for November & December. It's a free event for SUPWA members or $3 to non members by putting in your nominated time for either distance: 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 - whether you have a SUP Surf or race board. It isn't a race, but about having fun. Nominate a time that you think you will achieve - next Paddle Loop 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. Receive a great SUPWA T'shirt - also the top 3 paddlers (closest to their time) receive Pod Points for their Pod. Our last paddle loop for the year is a great opportunity to get involved with the very friendly SUPWA community and develop your SUP paddling with our WOW clinic & SUP Yoga demonstration. Get some tips & most of all have fun. The paddle loop is open to all levels and all ages. (kids under 10 should be accompanied by an adult around the course). Thanks to Stand Up Paddle Sports we will have some boards & paddles available if you don't have a sup. All welcome, all fun to be had!  See you soon on the water. PS It's also AFL Grand Final Day, so bring your footy colours to the water.