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WAIKIKI BEACHBOY ALIKA WILLIS EARNS THE ULTIMATE RESPECT AT C4 WATERMAN STANDUP BEACHBOY EVEN
A Highlight of Duke's OceanFest by Jodi Wilmott
HONOLULU,
August 27, 2009 - Waikiki beachboy Alika Willis, 45, might not have
made it to the final of the C4 Waterman Standup Beachboy contest, but
anyone familiar with the company of C4 Waterman and the story behind
Duke's OceanFest, knows that its spirit doesn't lie in competition.
Duke's OceanFest is a celebration of the life of the greatest waterman
who ever rode the waves - Duke Kahanamoku. C4 Waterman is a company
founded on the principles that Duke stood for: a passion for riding the
waves and a mission of sharing aloha with any person open to receiving
it. Respecting that, the top honor of Waterman of the Event today went
to Willis.
"This award goes to the surfer who best embodies the spirit of
Duke and the heart of aloha, both on the beach and in the water," said
C4 founder Brian Keaulana. "And that is Alika Willis."
Willis received a one-of-a-kind paddle trophy that was
hand-painted by Hilton Alves with the image of Duke Kahanamoku on the
beach at Waikiki.
On the competition side, Nanakuli's Auwae brothers Kamu and Kekoa
dominated the 30-minute final that was wave-starved in comparison to
the earlier rounds of competition, with Kamu the winner. They reached
the final, along with Kai Sallas (3rd, Honolulu), Kalani Vierra (4th,
Kauai), Leleo Kinimaka (5th, Big Island), and Tony Moniz (6th,
Honolulu) after qualifying through two rounds of competition that saw a
total of 42 surfers take to the waves.
Surfers were given two opportunities to surf at Queens, with their
top two rides from each of the rounds counting towards an accumulated
total. Based upon those totals, the six surfers with the most points
surfed off in a final.
The C4 Waterman Standup Beachboy event is a perfect fit for Duke's
OceanFest, showcasing the fun tradition of standup paddle surfing that
was pioneered here at Waikiki more than half a century ago. While its
modern form offers a competitive platform with highly technical
equipment, back in the day it was a rudimentary practice employed for
practicality, combining the elements of paddling with a paddle,
borrowed from outrigger canoeing, and standing up on a surfboard. This
combination allowed Waikiki Beachboys to easily navigate the gentle
Waikiki lineups, instructing tourists who were learning to ride the
rollers, while keeping their cameras dry as they snapped off shots of
those same beginners, providing them the opportunity to earn an extra
dollar or two on the water.
Mahalo to Maui Jims, Blue Planet and Quiksilver for showing their
respect for Duke and his message of aloha by getting behind this event.
RESULTS:
Final:
Top 6 surfers after 2 rounds, based on accumulated scores of top 4 rides after 2 rounds, qualified for the final.
1st: Kamu Auwae (Nanakuli, HI)
2nd: Kekoa Auwae (Nanakuli, HI)
3rd: Kai Sallas (Honolulu, HI)
4th: Kalani Vierra (Kauai, HI)
5th: Leleo Kinimaka (Big Island, HI)
6th: Tony Moniz (Honolulu, HI)
SPECIAL WATERMAN AWARD: Alika Willis (HI)
TOP JUNIOR: Slater Trout (Maui)
TOP WOMAN: Jen Koki (Oahu)
Round 2:
H1: Slater Trout; Archie Kalepa; Duane DeSoto; Titus Kinimaka; Morgan Faulkner; Nate Burgoyne
H2: Kamu Auwae; Kekoa Auwae; Zack Howard; Micah Liana; Robert Stehlik
H3: Alika Willis; Attilla Jobbagyi; Jen Koki; Kevin Williams; Conner Baxter; Sondra Purser
H4: Tony Moniz; Robin Johnston; Kody Kerbox; Noland Ginella; Candice Appleby; Taylor Savage
H5: Ikaika Kalama; Brian Keaulana; Kaipo Guerrero; Cyril Huddy; Simon Dodd; Lahiki Davis
H6: Kalani Vierra; Kala Alexander; Dino Miranda; Kolaiah Jardin; Noah Yap; Ben Purser
H7: Kai Sallas; Leleo Kinimaka; Chris Martin; Black Abraham; Sam Pai; Tiare Lawrence
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 21 October 2009 )
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On August 24, 2009, hundreds of stand up paddlers will journey 28 miles in New York for Autism.
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“Serving Those Who Serve”
14 -16 August, 2009
The Church, Camp Pendleton, CA
Operation Amped was three days of ocean activities for combat veterans that had suffered injuries while engaged in the War on Terror. The vets were from all branchs of the military. Paradox Sports, Wounded Warrior Project, Amped Vets and the Veterans Administraion put on the event. This event has run before, but this year it had a new twist with the addition of Stand Up and Outrigger Paddling. Rick Thomas put together a crew of volunteers to help with the event.
Operation Amped Volunteers: (l-r) Keynan, Fog, Clayton, Greg, Rick, Ted, Dan, Gordon, Matt (not shown Mike and Craig)
Greg Buckley helped underwrite this event donating money for the standup paddleboards, and also bringing his personal 4-man surfing canoe. The event was rewarding for both participant and volunteer alike as the “Wounded Warriors” showed their great meddle as they bravely went beyond their comfort zone and participated in surfing, SUP and Outrigger Canoe activities.
Marine Sean, with his living memorial to his fallen battalion mates. Sean himself suffered severe injures to his left arm.
Bruddah Rick overseeing the departure of the canoe
 
An early morning run to Moochietown in the Canoe yielded a sighting of “Fluffy”, the 10’ male great white shark breaching outside of our position. Above left: Matt and Craig keep a watchful eye out as “Fluffy” was summoned from the deep. Above right Greg watches for choice waves and our “little friend”
  
Clockwise from top: Canoe/Sup HQ; Rick giving the brief; Craig, “Mrs. Fog”, and Matt resting between go-outs with the Vets.
Top-bottom: Marine Tim, post surf; Craig and Army Captain J.D. Holoholo. J.D. was fighting alongside the Marines in Iraq and took and RPG to the chest, suffering severe injuries to face arm and gut. He is still on active duty, and also rock climbs big walls.
Above: Greg, Captain D.J. US Army, Craig, Kevin
 
Above Left and Right: Jake was a natural paddler on the Beachboy board and in the canoe.
   
Clockwise from above left: Greg Buckley, always quick with lending a hand, Gordon, Skipper Rick, Craig and Greg keep a watchful eye on the Warrior’s return to shore. Our gracious hosts, Marine LtCol Chuck, his wife Gina and their son Chase; Gordon, Rick and Matt listening to Captain J.D. and his inspirational debrief of the event.
In Summary, it was a very moving event that would not be possible without the great leadership of Rick Thomas, and the generosity of their time and resources: Greg, Matt, Mike, Craig, Gordon, Dan, Fog, and Clayton. The support of Paddle Surf Hawaii, C4 Waterman, Boardworks, Ron House and Surftech also made the event possible.
Respectfully Submitted, Ted C4 Waterman
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 18 August 2009 )
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Aloha all SUP competitors!
Thank you for all the interest in the SUP event this year. At the moment all the spots are full though there is a chance of a few spots opening up on the day. Our event starts at 2:45 pm on Wednesday. Please be sure to give yourself enough time to register and sign your waiver with the beach marshal. Those who have not paid yet will be able to do so at the tower. A mandatory competitor meeting will be held at the C4 beach tent at 1:45pm on Wednesday before the competition starts.
Remember all, this is more than a SUP contest this is in memory and in respect for Hawaii's most famous waterman, Duke Kahanamoku. Please come with Aloha to enjoy the event and the experience.
Duke's Creed:
" In Hawaii, we greet friends, loved ones or strangers with Aloha, which means love. Aloha is the key word to the universal spirit of real hospitality, which makes Hawai'i renowned as the world's center or understanding and fellowship. Try meeting or leaving people with Aloha. You'll be surprised by their reaction. I believe it and it is my creed. Aloha to you."
Duke Paoa Kahanamoku
See you on the beach in Waikiki August 26 & 27th!
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This
year's C4 Waterman Duke's OceanFest SUP competition is following and
"Eddie" format where surfers total their highest two waves in two heats
to make the finals. There are limited spots available. The contest will
be held at Queen's Surf in front of Duke's statue on Wednesday, August
26th & Thursday, August 27th with times to be announced. Prizes
will be awarded in three divisions: Men's, Women's and Junior's (17 and
under).
Oceanic Cable is providing a live video stream over the internet. You can find it online here or at c4waterman.com or DukeFoundation.org. (You will need a current version of Adobe's Flash Player)
The Hawaii Paddleboard Championships including a SUP division from Hawaii Kai to Waikiki is set for Saturday, August 29th starting at 11 am and finishing at approimately 12:30 in Waikiki. Download the Hawaii Paddleboard Championships entry form.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 21 October 2009 )
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