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Events / Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival (Canada) - Register Now!

« on: August 11, 2015, 08:51:13 AM »

Registration is now open for the 6th Annual Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival, held in Vernon, BC Canada - Sept 5-6th

Over $5,000 in cash and prizes

WikiHolo Short Courses, Kids Races, SUP Polo, Relays and the classic event - The Kalamalka Crossing - A 10 mile trek across the full length of the lake. Prizes, Awards, entertainment and that laid-back Okanagan vibe

Find out more here > www.kalamalkaclassic.com

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Events / Kalamalka Classic 5 - Canada's largest SUP Festival

« on: August 06, 2014, 06:42:50 AM »

Registration is now open for the 5th Annual Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival, held in Vernon, BC Canada - August 30-31.  Over $7,000 in cash and prizes.  Canada's largest (and funnest) SUP Festival.

WikiHolo Short Courses, Kids Races, Relays and the marquee event - a 10 mile trek across the length of the lake. Prizes, entertainment and that laid-back Okanagan vibe.

The region is one of Canada's hotspots for SUP with tons of lakes and rivers to paddle on.  Silver Star Mountain Bike Park is 20 minutes from the lake.

www.kalamalkaclassic.com

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Flatwater and Touring / Re: Let's see pics of your favorite flatwater places

« on: April 27, 2014, 08:42:47 PM »

Kalamalka Lake in the Okanagan Region of British Columbia.  Flatwater paradise!
Home of the Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival in August each year.

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SUP General / Re: SUPIA rules and regs.

« on: January 19, 2014, 09:44:42 PM »

Kevin from Canada writing (Race Director of the Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival)...

Thought I'd chime in with our take on the rules and SUPAA's position.  Before getting into SUP, I spent more than 15 years organizing and directing BMX Race events in both the Canada and the USA at the National and Olympic level ... so my background is all about events.

The claim that SUPAA is 'not an organizing' body is indeed confusing as this rule-set is very much what most 'organizations' put in place.  A rulebook defines an organization and SUPAA will have a tough time 'encouraging' race organizers to adopt the rulebook without actually 'sanctioning' the event.  'Sanctioning' is mentioned a number of times and that really and truly means that SUPAA is an organizing sanction. And along with that, comes insurance issues, consistency, etc.

There is no doubt that some formal guidelines should be set in place for events that will have recognized titles (Regional Champs, National Champs, Worlds, etc) but having come from the ultra-regulated Cycling world, (and seeing how picky Kayak/Canoe organizations are as well), I applaud the creativity that our sport affords us right now.  And I think the recreational and intermediate athletes do as well. Perhaps this is more in line for 'Elite' Level only.  Some of the rules in their rulebook are necessary to create a 'fair' platform and safety is always good....  but there are an equal amount of red flags such as Prize Money allocations (that one will always be a tough one to enforce). 

Typically, it is the athletes, or a group of like-minded organizers who join together to make a push like this and I recognize the efforts of the athletes who have taken it to task - kudos.  If the intent is to establish a starting point, then they have accomplished this but taking the stance of not choosing to be an organizing body might just have be the next step in SUPAA's evolution.  (and secretly, we'd prefer this over falling under Canoe/Kayak organizations).  If you want to see an example of how to crush the spirit of the sport, USAC in the US and the Canadian Cycling Association just about killed BMX when it was included in the Olympics.  I suspect that SUP might find its way there some day as well.

From what we know (and from the folks who attend), our event is rich with creativity and we make every effort to create a fair racing environment.  It's loose and fun for newbies and recreational athletes and that is what attracts them to the sport.  We ran the first-ever Canadian Championships in 2013 and I can honestly say that I would not have chosen to adopt these rules.  It's still too early and far to overbearing for the average Race Organizer to accomplish. 

Perhaps SUPAA can follow this rulebook announcement up with a 'vision' for how these rules will fit in to the current development of the sport - that might help us all join in and be a part of the good cause.   And most importantly, let's leave some room for creativity.

KOB

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British Columbia / Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival - Register now

« on: August 17, 2013, 06:34:01 AM »

August 31 & Sept 1 - Kalamalka Lake BC (Vernon/Kelowna).
Website: www.kalamalkaclassic.com

It's a SUP Festival for everyone! Organizers of the Kalamalka Classic Standup Paddleboard Festival are stoked to announce the schedule for this year’s annual event.  Saturday’s is all about short courses, sprints and relays including two Naish N1SCO events.

Sunday’s Kalamalka Crossing, the 10-mile trek across the length of the lake, will be now recognized as the first ever Canadian Championship where everyone can compete to earn a Canadian ranking (or just do it for the fun). Canada's largest (and funnest) SUP Festival is go!

Over $7,000 in prizes this year - Registration now online.
http://www.kalamalkaclassic.com/register-here/

Come play!

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Events / Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival - Registration is live!

« on: July 29, 2013, 07:02:52 AM »

August 31 & Sept 1 - Kalamalka Lake BC (Vernon/Kelowna).
Website: www.kalamalkaclassic.com

It's a SUP Festival for everyone! Organizers of the Kalamalka Classic Standup Paddleboard Festival are stoked to announce the schedule for this year’s annual event.  Saturday’s is all about short courses, sprints and relays including two Naish N1SCO events.

Sunday’s Kalamalka Crossing, the 10-mile trek across the length of the lake, will be now recognized as the first ever Canadian Championship where everyone can compete to earn a Canadian ranking (or just do it for the fun). Canada's largest (and funnest) SUP Festival is go!

Over $7,000 in prizes this year - Registration now online.
http://www.kalamalkaclassic.com/register-here/

Come play!

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British Columbia / Eagle Run and Skills Clinic - Kalamalka Lake

« on: April 10, 2013, 09:46:00 PM »

We're hosting a race and clinic on May 25 on Kalamalka Lake Beach (Vernon, BC).  It's a laid back affair and the first event of the season so a good chance to get some training in for the season.  Also, we are hosting AquaTerra, a bike and sup relay race on June 15 in Cosens Bay in Kalamalka Provincial Park.  Check out more info at www.kalavidasurfshop.com

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Events / 2013 Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival (Canada)

« on: January 02, 2013, 11:03:53 AM »

A quick shout out to let you know the 4th Annual Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival is scheduled for August 31-Sept 1 in Vernon, BC.  Open invitation to come to the sunny Okanagan for a weekend of good times.

Short Courses, Sprints, Relays and the marquee event - a 10 mile trek across the length of the lake.  More prize money for the competitive classes this year and some cool announcements to follow. Recreational and Competitive events for all ages. Prizes, entertainment and that laid-back Okanagan vibe.

The region is one of Canada's hotspots for SUP with tons of lakes and rivers to paddle on.  Silver Star Mountain Bike Park is 20 minutes from the lake. New website to launch in the spring.  Feel free to email for more info for now - info@kalavidasurfshop.com

www.kalamalkaclassic.com

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Events / Re: Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival (BC, Canada)

« on: May 28, 2012, 10:15:59 PM »

Official website is up and running.  Over $4,000 in cash and prizes for both Recreational and Competitive classes.  www.kalamalkaclassic.com.

King and Queen of Kalamalka will be crowned on Sunday!

Come and experience the laid back Okanagan vibe.

K

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Events / Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival (BC, Canada)

« on: April 12, 2012, 08:56:45 AM »

A quick shout out to let you know the 3rd Annual Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival runs June 19-24.  Vernon, BC - 5 hours Northeast of Vancouver.

The actual races are on the 23-24th with short courses, sprints, relays and the main attraction:  The Kalamalka Crossing -10 miler across the length of the lake.  Prize money for the King and Queen of Kalamalka and tons of other prizes, entertainment and that laid-back Okanagan vibe

The region is one of Canada's hotspots for SUP with tons of lakes and rivers to paddle on.  Silver Star Mountain Bike Park is 20 minutes from the lake. Registration up shortly.   Open to all levels and ages.

www.kalamalkaclassic.com

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Events / Re: Kalamalka Race Report

« on: June 23, 2011, 08:48:31 AM »

Always a pleasure to have you at the race and nice work on winning the long course. Results posted at www.oksup.com.  See ya this summer!  Kev

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Events / Re: Kalamalka Classic SUP Race - Canada

« on: May 30, 2011, 10:40:16 PM »

Aloha from Canada.  Just a quickie to let you know that registration and info is up on the Kalamalka Classic website.  www.kalamalkaclassic.com.  The event is being covered by Standup Paddle Mag and might be the first Canadian race to make it in the mag!

Hope a few of you can join us and enjoy the laid back Okanagan!

Cheers,
Kevin

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Gear Talk / Re: Want to try Naish Nalu 11'6" in BC - north Washington

« on: April 28, 2011, 08:48:16 PM »

we have demos on Kal Beach in Vernon every weekend in case you can make the trip.  full rack of Naish's, including the Nalu's, to demo so you are welcome anytime. 

kevin
kalavida surf shop

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Events / Kalamalka Classic SUP Race - Canada

« on: March 03, 2011, 12:26:46 PM »

You're invited to the 2nd annual Kalamalka Classic race in Canada.. eh! The race is help on Kalamalka Lake, one of the best flatwater lakes in BC.

Deets:
Dates: June 18-19, 2011
Location: Vernon, BC (4.5 hrs from Vancouver)
Nearest Int’l Airport: YLW Kelowna (20 mins)
Nearest Major Int’ Airport: YVR Vancouver

Schedule of Events:
Friday: Clinic /  Recreational paddle / Free Demos

Saturday: Short Courses / Relays / Free Demos / Vendor area
Short Course – Recreational Race
Short Course – Competitive Race
Sprint Course
Relay Races, Kid’s Races
Dinner and special movie presentation:  ‘Stand-Up’ (Standup4 Greatbear Expedition by Norm Hann)

Sunday: Kalamalka Lake Long Course
10-mile Long Distance race from the South to North end of Kalamalka Lake

Check out the event website at www.kalamalkaclassic.com