ARE Tahiti supports Task Force Hydro1’s Mission 50, a 50-mile Florida paddle raising funds for veteran, service member, and first responder mental health.
Mission 50: A Paddle for Hope and Healing Read More »
Aloha Aito 2026 highlights Hawaii’s growing rudderless paddling scene with elite V1 and V6 outrigger racing and international teams.
Aloha Aito and the Rise of Rudderless Racing Read More »
Hanohano Ocean Challenge 2026 returns to Mission Bay with 800+ paddlers, OC1 & V1 racing, multiple courses, and exclusive shopoutrigger.com deals.
SHOPOUTRIGGER.COM IS ON A MISSION: TO SUPPORT OUTRIGGER RACING AT ITS BEST! Read More »
Newport Beach’s NAC Va’a California 2026 launches V1 rudderless outrigger racing, celebrating community and competition.
2026 Launches with a Familiar Call: “Go Rudderless!” Read More »
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.
Breast Cancer Awareness is the Winner Here Read More »
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.
Team Shell Va’a Regains Top Spot With Thrilling Hawaiki Nui Win Read More »
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.
Oldies but Goodies Read More »
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.
Legendary coach David Tepava shared Tahitian va’a wisdom in Hawaii, inspiring coaches with lessons on stroke, efficiency, and the art of team paddling.
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
No Bigger Race, No Better Place! Read More »