News and Events

For those who have read our articles that explore the Ehukai vs. the KaheKai, and Ares vs. Anteres Impressions, you know we have always enjoyed learning about the the new innovations and trends in OC1 design. Well John Puakea and Puakea Designs has struck again with a new design, this time called the Kahele! Designed to be shorter and more maneuverable, ideal for small paddlers but still rideable for bigger paddlers due to some new design innovations. And better able to get in between the troughs! We can't wait to learn more and post as we get it from the California reps and Puakea team. Meanwhile stay tuned for a comprehensive fact sheet, and enjoy their recent description below.

From Puakea Designs...

Lighter. Stronger. Faster...and now Shorter. Introducing Kahele, a dynamic new OC1 design by Johnny Puakea.

Shorter length at 19'.3"
Wider around center at 16"
Plumb bow and optimized waterline
Footwell cover, multiple rudder options
Comfort-focused cockpit (same as the Kahe Kai)
Available in Pro Model + Standard Performance 100% Carbon Layup

When two online sources of paddling excitement meet, one of two things can happen. 1) They can compete for the same audience; or 2) They can unite and create something really special…together. And for those who know the energy of Paddlechica and Cali Paddler, it will come as no surprise that they chose the latter. Starting in November 2017, you will start to see some awesome authoring from each added to the other’s websites. Exposing more folks to the articles and excitement each website has created for the paddling communi

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Cali Paddler is excited to announce San Diego CoastKeeper is the newest recipient of the Paddle Pledge.

For those of us who paddle, whether it’s on a bay or lake, on a river or out in the giant blue ocean we know how important clean water is, not only to us but to the rest of the environment. As a community of paddlers, we are aware of the problems our waterways face when it comes to pollution. My home turf(water) is Mission Bay in San Diego. Anyone who knows San Diego knows about the trouble Mission Bay has had over the years with pollution. Nothing like being out on the bay in a canoe our on a SUP and thinking to yourself, “I’ll be fine as long as I don’t fall in”. That’s not the way I want to paddle. That’s why CaliPaddler is proud to partner with San Diego CoastKeeper.

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Learn more about, and join Cali Paddlers throughout the state for our 3rd Annual Cali Paddler Cleanup. Find a location near you, or let us help you create on!

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We are so honored to announce a renewed energy with our series the CP Spotlight. Brought to you in part by one of the most positive and energetic beings our sport could hope for, Tevita Moce. Building upon his past work with his "Humans Of Outrigger Canoe Paddling" project, Tevita will bring to us the stories of paddlers who inspire, overcome and help us appreciate the water with their stories. Some might be famous. Some might be under the radar. But all will be folks who deserve to have their tales told. People who fully understand how lucky we are to be paddlers in this great community, and foster our sport for all to enjoy.

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We are excited to support this great Grassroots race series!

 

Cali Paddler is excited to announce our newest recipient of the 5% Paddler Pledge, California State Parks Foundation. We will be donating 5% of our first quarter 2017 proceeds to this great organization.

It was because of our recent amazing experience at Refugio State beach for our CP Retreat that we decided we wanted to partner with the California State Parks Foundation (CSPF). Your support and purchases with Cali Paddler are what allow us the opportunity to make this donation to CSPF. Learn more about this great organization.

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In celebration of our 2 year birthday, Cali Paddler is proud to revisit our founding roots of non-profit and environmental alliances. Our 5% Paddler Pledge has always been a cornerstone of who we are as a company and it has always been a goal for us to reach and support as many groups as we can with every shirt we sell. So it is very exciting to announce to everyone that we have added Josh Olson to our team in the official role of Director of Non-Profit Relations.

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Sad that such an amazing part of California's paddling community, Bob Long, will be leaving the retail shop, but encouraged to know Bob still plans to be present 'in the scene'. If anyone out there is interested in being an owner of a GREAT brick and mortar paddle shop, here is your chance. Full release and information here...

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