Hawaiki Nui Has Yet Another Winner
Women paddlers spotlight Breast Cancer Awareness by taking on the Hawaiki Nui’s toughest 3rd leg, turning their endurance into a powerful message of solidarity.
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Team Shell Va’a Regains Top Spot With Thrilling Hawaiki Nui Win
Team Shell Va’a reclaimed glory at Hawaiki Nui 2025, outsmarting rival Team OPT with a bold route choice in the final leg to win the 80-mile race.
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Oldies but Goodies
Team ARE’s 40+ crew claimed Bronze—and celebrated like Gold—at the 2025 Moloka’i Hoe, while their 50+ team proved that age and passion paddle side by side.
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OPT! OMG!
Team OPT claimed their first Moloka’i Hoe title, defeating Shell Va’a in a thrilling 40-mile race across the Ka’iwi Channel despite an early huli.
Change is Coming
Legendary coach David Tepava shared Tahitian va’a wisdom in Hawaii, inspiring coaches with lessons on stroke, efficiency, and the art of team paddling.
No Bigger Race, No Better Place!
The Hawaiki Nui Va’a, Oct 28–30, 2025: 80 miles, 3 days, 2,000+ paddlers. A thrilling race of endurance, teamwork & Polynesian tradition across Tahiti’s islands
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Tahitian Women Make History!
AS Ihilani Va’a makes history at the 2025 Nā Wāhine O Ke Kai, becoming the first Tahitian women’s team to win the legendary Moloka’i to Oahu race.
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A Dragon’s Roar of Approval
Celebrate the LA County Dragon Boat Festival Oct 4 at Santa Fe Dam! Exciting races, free clinics by ARE Tahiti, and exclusive outrigger canoe deals.
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David Tepava – The Man Behind the Myth
Legendary coach David Tepava of Shell Va’a shares his journey, philosophy, and master clinics—shaping the future of outrigger paddling.
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Moloka’i: The R-Rated Channel
Moloka‘i Hoe 2025 unites paddlers worldwide for a 40-mile Ka‘iwi Channel crossing. Follow the action, history, and rivalries of this iconic race.
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