THE SUNSET SURF CLASSIC 14th & 15th JUNE 2008 HELD AT GWITHIAN BEACH IN CORNWALL

Marie Buchannon: 1st Distance & Surf

The event was split into two sections - surf and distance.

The event started on Saturday morning with small surf and cross shore winds and the first heats proceeded throughout the morning.  It was clear that despite the poor surf conditions all the SUP riders were able to catch and ride waves.  The first heat to compete was the Juniors category, with an age spread from 6 years (Blue Ewer) up to 16 (Bobbie Cooper) – these guys did really well with Connor Griffiths winning the round.  

If you've ever daydreamed about stand up paddle surfing to work, the store, around campus, or on the boardwalk, the Kahuna Big Stick is what you've been waiting for. Land-stand-up-paddling has been made a reality by the boys at Kahuna Creations. Stand Up Paddle Surfing Magazine’s editor met up with KC rider and surfing legend Buttons Kaluhiokalani and Kahuna Creations founder Steve McBride at Sunset Beach on the North Shore of Oahu to get the real deal on the Kahuna Big Stick and Kahuna Creations skateboards, surfboards, and snowboards. “I have to admit," says Nate, "I had my doubts about the Big Stick. I wondered if it would feel awkward. That idea was squashed when Steve handed me a Big Stick and Buttons showed me how to use it. It's a sweet piece of equipment. There are a lot of good vibes surrounding the company. Everyone who came to the demo on that day was greeted at the KC tent with smiles, stickers, catalogues, posters autographed by Buttons, as well as drinks and energy bars from KC sponsor Pit Bull."