New review posted on-line at http://www.coastalhealthandfitness.com/page12.php?post=14

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By JULIE JAG, The Santa Cruz Sentinel

Posted: 06/28/2009 01:30:52 AM PDT

It wasn’t until after he dragged his body onto the beach near Fisherman’s Wharf –” nearly five and a half hours after leaving Santa Cruz on his paddleboard –” that Craig Waltz learned about the shark.

“My boat guy, when I came in, said he saw a shark while we were out there,” said Waltz of Santa Cruz. After some consideration, he decided the carnivorous creature would have been a welcome sight. “Actually, while I was paddling, I was like Something kill me now.’ ” (more…)

June 14, 2009

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The Monterey Bay Swim, Bruckner Chase Solo Crossing
Solo Marathon Swim: Santa Cruz, CA to Monterey, CA. 25-Miles 

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Strathmere / Sea Isle Island Swim 17 Miles, June 25

At 3:00 AM on August 19, 2009 Bruckner Chase, current Ocean City, NJ resident and former Santa Cruz, CA, will enter the water at Main Beach, Santa Cruz, CA in an attempt to become the second person to solo swim the 25 mile distance to Monterey, CA.   Chase’s route will retrace the course followed by Cindy Cleveland, the first and only known person to have completed the swim in September 1980.   The purpose of attempting the swim is to bring attention not only to the amazing marine sanctuary of Monterey Bay but also invite others to consider the incredible potential that exists in all of us.   (more…)

Photos and words by Buckner Chase

Before…June 25, 2009, 6:00 AM, Upper Township Beach Patrol Headquarters

Waterman's Athlete, Bruckner Chase; Support Paddler and OC Beach Patrol Guard, Tony Mehalic

After…First know circumnavigation of Strathmere Island, South Jersey, 16.5 Miles, 6:10:46

After... First known circumnavigations of Strathmere Island, South Jersey, 16.5 Miles, 6:10:46.

Products:  Watermans 55 Sunscreen, Skin Tone Face Stick, Lip balm

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By Matt Lopez, Correspondent

Tyler Anderson had to catch his breath before he could soak it all in.

The 24-year-old Long Beach native had just pushed by the competition to take first place in Sunday’s Rock 2 Rock paddleboard event in a time of 3 hours and 48 minutes. (more…)

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2009 Surftech Jay Moriarity Memorial Paddleboard Race
Title Decided by :06 Seconds  

Santa Cruz, Calif. (June 13, 2009) – With a light fog greeting them at dawn, the record number of racers packing New Brighton Beach at the 8th Annual Surftech Jay Moriarity Memorial Paddleboard Race presented by CLIF Bar had little idea what was in store for them on the 12 mile course. Competitors discussed various course strategies while loading up on nutrition bars, gels and hydration provided by Jay Race Presenting Sponsor CLIF Bar. In 2008, Jay Race champion Chad Carvin of Laguna Hills, broke the course record in a time of 1:51:58. Would we see another course record set on this day? With Chad not able to come defend his title, would this be the year a local takes top honors once again? All questions would soon be answered.

    While having a strong showing in the race was clearly at the forefront of everyone’s mind, the presence of Jay Moriarity was undeniable. No matter where you looked Jay’s friends and family were woven throughout the crowd telling stories and reminiscing about the legendary Santa Cruz waterman. At the opening ceremony, Jay’s friend and shaper, Bob Pearson, mentors Frosty & Zuef Hesson and wife Kim Moriarty gave inspiring testimonials reminding everyone what a beautiful life Jay Moriarity lived and how his life affected those around him. Many of Jay’s loved ones even joined event announcers Julie Moss and Omar Etcheverry to say a few words about him over the course of the event. No matter how caught up in race day activities the spectators became, they were continually reminded why they were there, to remember and honor Jay. (more…)

Words by Eric Abbott:

This past weekend, I was lucky enough to sail on the newly built state of the art Kioloa. The 50 foot sailing boat has been navigating the Hawaiian Island channels since last week. I meet up with the Kioloa in Hanalei Kauai. We spent the day sailing down the breath taking Na Pali Coast. We stopped and anchored at a small beach called “Honopu” We were escorted into the beach by a pod of about 50 spinner dolphins! Along the coast we were able to hookup a  ”Kawa Kawa.” About a 25 pound tuna. A fantastic trip. The Kioloa is currently sailing back to Oahu from Kauai through the Ka’ie’ewaho Channel.

-Eric (more…)

The latest and greatest from our friends at Quickblade and Patrice Chanzy!

Waterman Patrice Chanzy doing what he does best.

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WATERMANS:  APPLIED SCIENCE PRESENTS, “THE SURFAID PADDLE FOR HUMANITY”

Race Recap

Doheny State Park (Saturday, May 2, 2009)  – Sunshine, great weather, and over 200 participants and spectators were on hand Saturday morning for the first annual SurfAid Paddle for Humanity, despite the Weatherman’s predictions of rain and questionable conditions.  The event proved to be a great experience for everyone involved.  Paddlers raised over $11,000 for SurfAid International to help support their efforts to improve the health, wellbeing and self-reliance of people living in isolated regions connected to us through surfing.

 Although the Weatherman called for rain early Saturday, the weather cooperated and conditions were excellent for the start.  With 130 competitors in the water the race provided some truly exciting moments and a great showcase for the upcoming sport of paddling.  Surftech and Bark Paddleboards were on hand with over 40 demo boards and provided many competitors with their first true race experience.  “Both the SUP and Paddleboard markets are really taking off,” commented Joe Bark, legendary paddleboard shaper and race sponsor.  “We are seeing twice as many orders this year for both SUP and Paddleboards with a lot of cross over.  It is a really exciting time for the sport.”

 More importantly, sponsors and competitors rallied to surpass the events fundraising goal for a grand total of $11,000. “We couldn’t have been more excited with the turnout and everyone’s support,” said Watermans Macon Brock “We are really looking forward to next year.”  SurfAid, the beneficiary of the event was equally inspired by the success of the event. “We were thrilled by the participation to support SurfAid,” said SurfAid Director, Javier Guerrero, “The paddleboard community is amazing and we look forward to future events with the paddleboard industry to raise funds for SurfAid’s programs in Indonesia.”

 The award for most money raised by a single competitor went to Chris Koerner, Orange County resident and long time paddle sports advocate. “I’ve had my share of surf travel over the years and I am happy to join the paddling community in helping SurfAid’s cause,” said C4 Ambassador and top fundraiser Koerner,  “We had a great turnout and fantastic conditions for the paddle and post-race gathering and hope to see more of these types of events.”

For photos from the event and race results please visit http://watermansappliedscience.com/blog/?cat=294

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Watermans: Applied Science, Surftech, Joe Bark Paddleboards, Honolua Surf Co., Reef, Surfline.com, Ocean & Earth, Future Fins, Sambazon, Hobie Surf Shop, and Primo Island Lager.

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About SurfAid International

 The mission of SurfAid International, a non-profit humanitarian organization, is to improve the health, wellbeing and self-reliance of people living in isolated regions connected to us through surfing.  For more information or to make a donation contact the SurfAid staff at 760.931.1199, visit www.surfaidinternational.org or e-mail usa@surfaidinternational.org

About Watermans:  Applied Science

Watermans:  Applied Science is dedicated to providing today’s Watermen and women with the best, most effective and functional, high-performance sunscreen on the market. Made and Manufactured in California, USA.  For more information visit www.watermansappliedscience.com.

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