Noosa Heads Beach Boy Surfing Club

Coast pair ready to stand up for Hawaii's toughest

2011-07-30T16:22:00.000-07:00

Coast pair ready to stand up for Hawaii's toughest

Matt Johnston, Maroochy Journal
From: Quest Newspapers
July 30, 201112:00AM

Paul Jones of Maroochydore and Woogie Marsh of Peregian are doing the Molokai stand up paddle event in Hawaii. Picture: Ben Vos Source: Quest Newspapers

Sunshine Coast mates Paul Jones and Woogie Marsh will put themselves to the test this weekend when they attempt to cross one of the world's most treacherous stretches of water in the 15th Annual Molokai 2 Oahu event.

Peregian resident Marsh has completed the 32 mile stand up paddle crossing nine times before. Jones is on his first trip and said he was happy to have his mate by his side.

"I've got a good mentor and I appreciate someone like Woogie taking me because you would never do it by yourself," the Maroochydore resident said.

"It's good because I don't know what to expect and I'm a bit naive but it's a ride and a challenge and spending two weeks in Hawaii is happy days."

Marsh, on the other hand, knows exactly what to expect in terms of the mental and physical effort required but not even the most seasoned competitors can fully prepare for the confrontation with the fickle Ka'iwi Channel the channel of bones.

"This my 10th crossing but I'm still very much a learner as well. You never know what you're going to get. You can train your butt off and think you will do well and then the channel will just hand it back to you," he said.

"It's one of the largest bodies of water and gets the majority of the swell with winds and trades, so you can get up to 20ft breaking seas. You can get other days with k'ona winds and it will be as flat as.

"There are somewhere between five and seven races a year and if you want to go up and have fun in Hawaii, you don't do the Molokai.

"It's a personal challenge, physical challenge, mental challenge. It's not a pure down winder but you can go out and experience one of the biggest bumps you have ever caught in your life."

Marsh said the locals possessed an advantage with their knowledge of the stretch and the best courses to take but he said ultimately it came down to the conditions on that particular day.

The duo will be looking to break 5:30:00 for the challenge, which starts in Kaluakoi Beach on Molokai and finishes in Maunalua Bay on Oahu.

The stand up paddle event will be at the same time as the paddle board, which is shaping as a huge event. The Gold Coast's Jamie Mitchell is chasing a 10th victory.

Stand up paddle surfing continues to grow in popularity across the world and specifically the Sunshine Coast where more and more people are opting to pick up a paddle.

To monitor the boys' progress visit www.molokai2oahu.com

Winter Solace Time Trials

2011-04-10T17:57:00.000-07:00

Start this Saturday 16th April 2011

7:30 at the Noosa Surf Club
8:00 Start

Bring your longer SUP Boards, Ski's OC1, Paddle Boards

Course TBA on day.

Catering for Advanced to Intermediate. (Open Ocean Paddling introduction to Downwind Paddling)

If you want to know me get in contact with me.

8 year old SUPing with Dolphins- A dream Stand Up Paddle surfing day in ...

2011-02-14T12:31:00.000-08:00

Clean Up AUSTRALIA DAY

2011-02-14T12:26:00.001-08:00

Noosa Heads Beach Boy Surfing Club in conjunction with CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY.

Date: March 6th 2011
Noosa Woods 7:30 am (Claude Batten Drive Frist Car Park on Left)

Bring Buckets, gloves, ties

Goal to clean up Noosa River and mangroves along Noosa Spit.

Kids & Ladies - Noosa Woods / Noosa Spit (Dog Beach)
Men & Ladies - Noosa Sounds / Noosa Lions Park

When Finish we will head to the beach for a wash off.

Living the Stoke Movie....

2010-10-30T18:21:00.001-07:00

Just a few days short of a year from when we filmed the trip....Finally it's out Here's the link to the trailer and the e-broucher for the Australian Premier , hope you enjoy the fantastic vision and original Australian sounds tracks. Please forward this to your friends...

Click here to watch the trailer>>http://vmail.fotomedia.com.au/livingthestoke

LAGUNA BAY LONGBOARDS STAND-UP PADDLE DIVISION NOOSA'S BIGGEST EVER

2010-10-30T16:19:00.000-07:00

"War on Water"

Noosa's own Laguna Bay Longboards will sponsor the biggest ever stand up paddle division at the 2011 Noosa Festival of Surfing. In a joint announcement, Laguna's Tully St John and festival director Phil Jarratt said the expansion of the division was in keeping with the tremendous growth of stand up around the world.

The four-year-old Stand Up Paddle Pro surfing event will be joined by amateur divisions for seniors (over 45) and women, plus a 5-kilometre "loop" race on Laguna Bay prior to the Festival's opening ceremony on Sunday, 13 March.

"We wanted the SUPS at the Noosa Festival to reflect what's happening everywhere in the world of stand up," said Tully St John. "That is, everyone is doing it, from surfers of all ages to serious watermen and surf paddlers, from kids to mums who see it as a great workout. Laguna Bay Longboards SUPS will cater to all of them, and we expect to attract stand up paddlers from all over."

Festival director Phil Jarratt said he was delighted that a local surf company had come in as sponsor. "Under his various surfboard brands, Tully has been a major player in the local industry for quite a while now, and it's great to see him developing SUPS alongside traditional surfboards. While stand up has developed a life of its own in many land-locked places, on our coasts we want to see it grow side by side with surfing, and so does our governing body, Surfing Australia. We're all from the same tribe, and the Laguna Bay SUPS division at the Noosa Festival will demonstrate that."

Tully said he had been inspired by recent stand up paddle races, such as the Battle of the Paddle in Hawaii and California, to work with surf club officials in creating a loop course close to the beach, so that spectators could watch the entire race "up close and personal". Competitors will paddle five times around a one-kilometre triangular course, punctuating each circuit with a beach sprint. "Racing is always thrilling when you've got the paddle in your hands," Tully said, "But we want to make it just as exciting for the spectators." The Battle of the Paddle at Doheny Beach, California in early October, broke spectator records with almost 10,000 people gathering to watch a thrilling race, with more than 800 competitors in the water.

Entry forms for the Laguna Bay Longboards Stand Up Paddle division are now available on-line at the festival site, or you can download the attached form and fax to 07 5473 5974. For further information phone the hotline.

Other divisions now open are:

Fin-Free Pro, Noserider Pro, Tandem Open, Family Challenge

SUP Australia Inc. Peak Body Finally Born!!!

2010-10-30T16:18:00.000-07:00

Standup Paddlesurfing in Australia has been crying out for a national association and finally due

to the hard work and dedication of Tania Nesbitt, SUP Australia Inc. has been born. The aim of the

association is to provide rules, regulation and training in the sport and support clubs with start-up

as well as providing competitively priced insurance packages. The association will also consult with

local councils on SUP School accreditation and genral requirements.

The progress so far..

7 Clubs have come onboard.
Former ASP Head Judge Perry Hatchett has come onboard to compile the rules & regs.
The surfing rules will follow the criteria as set by the SUP World Tour. (See Details HERE)
Sponsorship being finalised.
Event program being prepared, expect at least one major event before the end of the year!

The current Board Of Directors are:

Jamie Mitchell
Will Anido
Darren Borg
Simon Dodd
Andrew Cassidy
Stuart Murray
Paul Jackson
Jodie Marsh
Woogie Marsh

The association is on the lookout for representives from WA, TAS, SA & VIC to sit on the board.

All interested parties can contact Tania at info@sup-australia.com

Expression Session Demo Day

2010-09-04T18:03:00.000-07:00

2nd Annual Expression Session Demo Day

2010-09-04T14:21:00.000-07:00

WOW what a day.

With a building North Easterly we set up our little tent city of Paddles, Boards & Gear ready for the day.

Suppliers & Manufacturers started filling down Access 12 path with boards paddles, Quiver Kaddies it was a great site to see - imagine only 4 - 5 years ago people were saying this sport wouldn't last.

Bigger and brighter than last year Paddlers started arriving to test out Boards & Paddles on the messy on shore condition.

A huge thanks to suppliers that travelled from Sydney to attend the day.

Walk on Water - LSD & Simon Anderson Boards

Naish

PSH

All Above Board

Green Line

Roar Industries

Laguna Bay

Hobie

Kia Kaha Paddles

Bluewater Players

GSI

Instyle - SIC

Coreban

Lahui Kai

Spot Prize Sponsor - Sea Breeze

I know I am forgetting someone!!!

Photos to come of the day.

We ended with a make shift BOP Style Race in and out through the surf around a buoy out the back - Jnrs, Ladies & Men all going at once.

Big Thanks to the Noosa Beach Boys for all there organising - until next year!

Expression Session 2nd Annual Demo Day

2010-07-05T16:42:00.000-07:00

Well we are on the downward slide back into Summer. The Beach Boys Surfing Club is organising its 2nd Annual Expression Session Demo Day.

The Event last year was a great hit even with the weather conditions we had, we all had fun trying out the new boards that were on offer.

Cost is $10 for non Beach Boy Surfing Club Members to cover insurance. We are also putting together an Ocean Clinic with some of Australia's Top SUP Paddlers. Cost for this is yet to be confirmed. We are also working on random spot prizes to make the day interesting.

Dates to lock in
4th September 2010 (Saturday)
Noosa River Mouth

Will get more details closer to the time.

Already confirmed
GSI
Coreban
Kia Kaha
Bluewater Players
Quiver Kaddy

Greenline SUP Shop

Lahui Kai

Expressed Interest
Surf Tech
PSH
Naish

I have tried to contact all manufacturers but if you are interested and you haven't heard from me please let me know.

Noosa Heads Beach Boys Surfing Club

What are our Members Up To

2010-07-04T19:49:00.000-07:00

101 Year Old Historical Tour

Helen Tume will be setting off on a great adventure towards the end of August to visit her culture in Holland.

The Beach Boys of Hawaii were the first to catch waves and stand up surf in the 1960's. It was originally called beach boy surfing. Watermen Laird Hamilton & Dave Kalama introduced SUP around the year 2000 on Maui, Hawaii. They conquered the most insane waves and ocean crossing between the Hawaiian Island by SUP. The sport has grown rapidly ever since. From the smallest waves to the coolest waterways. everyone is discovering this new surfing and flat-water sport and learning how fun it is to Stand Up Paddle.

Athletes will experience the ultimate challenge as they paddle 220km (136 miles) in 5 days with weather conditions varying from windless, beautiful and sunny to cold, rainy and stormy. Besides the ultimate challenge the SUP 11 City Tour is also an unique experience. OVer 100 National and international paddlers get to know Friesland from the water. Open fields with windmills, cows, and sheep will present itself along the water ways exchanged by eleven historical cities built from 1700 onward. Participants paddle the original waterways, where the ice skaters started conquering this Historical tour 101 years ago on frozen waters. SUP 11-City Supporters come from all over the country and from all over the world to Friesland to encourage participants from bridge to bridge and from town to town.

We wish Helen all the best with her training and big adventure.

SUP Fryslan

Molokai 2 Oahu

Woogie Marsh is setting off to Hawaii at the end of this month to compete in the Molokai to Oahu SUP Relay Race.

Considered by many to be the World Championship of Paddleboard Racing, the Molokai to Oahu Paddleboard has become the single most iconic event in the paddling community. Both Stand Up Paddling and Paddleboarding champions from around the world will be gathering in the Hawaiian Islands this July to test their athletic ability against the 32-mile crossing of the Ka'iwi Channel. At its deepest point the channel is over 2300 feet deep and creates a funnel effect that shoots billions of gallons of seawater between the islands each hour. Combine this with trade winds and the channel creates seas that can range anywhere from 8 feet to 15 feet on a average day and upwards of 20 feet on an extreme day. Because of the danger the Ka'iwi presents, each athlete is required to have an escort boat and support crew to accompany them across the channel. The first stand up paddleboard and prone paddleboard athletes across the channel will be crowned a World Champion.

The Channel

The Channel: True Name: Ka'iwi' (kah-ee-vee)

Ka'iwi Channel - Translation : the channel of bones, aka Molokai Channel. The Ka'iwi, or Molokai, Channel has a centuries old reputation for being a treacherous body of water that has claimed the lives of many, form ancient canoe fleets, to fisherman and watermen.

The tragic loss of Hawaiian big wave rider and renaissance man Eddie Aikau in the Molokai Channel during the 1978 Polynesian voyage of the Hokule'a Sailing canoe, only added to the mystique and revered power of the channel. After gail-force winds and 30 - foot swells disabled the Hokule'a, Aikau headed off on his rescue paddle-board for land to seek help for his stranded crew mates. His body and his board were never found.

Paddling has been a part of Hawaiian heritage since early Polynesians traversed over 2,500 miles of open ocean, navigating by way of waves, wind and stars. Double - hulled sailing canoes covered the long distances, single hull outrigger canoes covered shorter distanced (such as inter-island paddles), and with the introduction of surfing in the late 18th century, paddle-boarding also became a means of local ocean transport.

Today there are official races for outrigger canoe, surf skis, and paddle-boards. Each take place across the Molokai Channel and each of these races are regarded world-wide as the crowning challenge for each sport.

The Challenge: 32 Miles of Open Ocean

Regarded as the World Championship of Paddle Board racing

Traverses 32 miles of rough water form the North Shore of Molokai to the South Shore of Oahu.

Covers a depth of 2,300 feet and is subject to open-ocean swells of up to 30 feet.

Considered one of the roughest ocean channels in the world.

Ultimate test of endurance - no engines or sails, just a paddler and the propulsion power of his arms.

Wildy varying open ocean conditions challenge a paddler's surfing skills.

Capricious currents and tidal effects test a paddler's ocean navigation skills.

Record crossing time: 4:45:03, set by Jamie Mitchell in 2004 on a prone Paddle Board.

Molokai 2 Oahu

4th July Club Day

2010-07-04T01:27:00.001-07:00

The day started with rigging the Canoe at Lions Park. Jason, Dave & Woogie paddled the Canoe around over to Johnsons for some fun little waves.

The Wind was cold but the sun was out and the waters was kinda warm.

Jason, Dave, Taj & Woogie

Woogie & Taj

Next Crew - Jonathan, Mark, Taj & Woogie

Everyone out Woogie's Go!

Taj out on the SUP getting some little waves

Dropping in with Dave on the inside

Mark paddling into a couple with Dave's new Double bend Wooden Blade

on the inside Jo & Levi on the outside

Marita getting a couple before jumping in the Canoe

Levi & Kaiya's Artwork

Taj & Levi share a wave

Next Club Day 1st August 2010 more info closer to date.

4th July Club Day

2010-06-28T01:16:00.000-07:00

4th July Beach Boys Club Day

Noosa River Mouth

4th July 2010

8:00 - 10:00 am

Flat Water Paddle

Surf Expression Session

OC4 Surfing Canoe demo

NEW Memberships welcome

Wreck & Relics

2010-06-05T23:07:00.001-07:00

The 6th Annual Wrecks & Relics was on this weekend in some perfect condition at Castaways Beach - Noosa.

This year saw the introduction of SUP - Noosa Heads Beach Boys Members Paul & Libby Winter were out in the thick of it getting some great waves.

Paul Winters After the first heat

Libby Pulling in

Libby Before the First Heat.

There was only one heat this year the the hope for it to grow.

Aloha Winter

2010-06-01T01:03:00.000-07:00

Aloha Winter,

Well the start of that sentence sounded warm.

We have got a few things going this weekend first.

Paddle Fit

5th Saturday 2010

Noosa Lions Park

$12

Instructor Woogie

Beach Boy Club Day

6 June 2010

8:00 am - 10:00 am

Noosa River Mouth

A couple of surf session and expression Session - all Club

members welcome.

Membership Drive - On the 1st of July is the start of our club Calendar - membership renewables will be sent out via email or post so keep an eye out for them.

I will have renewal forms at the club day this weekend or I can send them out to you what ever is easiest for your life style.

Wrecks & Relics

This Weekend - 5 - 6th June 2010

Noosa 1st Point or access 12

They have got a SUP surf Division this year - some of our members are helping out with Judging - if you want to come down and watch and have a look most welcome - SUP Surfing start around 10:00 on Sunday.

Xcel Ocean Race

12th June 2010

Snapper Rocks - Currumbin Alley

9 km Distance Race

Contact me direct if you want more information on this one. Or you can go and find it at Surfing Qld.

Results form the Weekend.

WELL DONE to

Keahi de Aboitiz - 3rd Surfing Division 3rd Overall

Woogie Marsh 3rd Sprint Division 5th Overall

Woogie & Tully St John - 1/4 Finals in Surfing

Jonathan & Levi Stubbs - Levi was the youngest competitor and was awarded the Up & Comer Award

The Conditions were not the best with small on shore mush it was a hard day for all competitors.

Ocean Clinic #3

2010-04-27T12:52:00.000-07:00

With Winter Fast Approaching May is a great Month for SUP Paddlers.

Beach Boys Club Day

2nd May

8:00 - 10:00 ish

Noosa River Mouth

Expression Session

Introduction to Ocean Paddling Clinic #3 - Big Race Boards required

Ladies Paddles

Kids Surf

Test drive of the 16ft Penetrator

2010-04-23T17:29:00.001-07:00

Ocean racing sup

2010-04-23T17:29:00.000-07:00

Honolua Stand Up Paddle Board Challenge

2010-04-23T17:28:00.000-07:00

Noosa Boiling Pot

2010-04-23T17:19:00.000-07:00

QLD longboard state titles (SUP division)

2010-04-23T17:17:00.000-07:00

Honolua SUP Race Build Up

2010-04-23T17:06:00.000-07:00

Paddle Fit 6 week Distance Build Up

Long Distance Build up for Honolua SUP Race.

Training Dates

May 1^st

May 8^th

May 15^th

May 22^nd

June 5^th

Race Day June 12^th

Instructor: - Woogie Marsh

Paddling Goals

Working on paddling Fitness - 9km worth

Introduction to Ocean Conditions

Swell Riding

Getting off an Open Beach with a 12’6 + Board

Paddle Techniques / Paddle Steering / correction strokes

Nutrition

On land training

Stretching

Locations:

Lions Park Noosa Heads

Laguna Bay Noosa Heads

Times:

8:30 am or otherwise advised before hand.

Ocean Clinic #2

2010-03-29T17:29:00.000-07:00

Time is just flying we are coming up to Easter already!!!!

Beach Boy Club Day

4th April - Easter Sunday

8:00 am

Changed Location - Noosa River Mouth

Family day with some SUP surfing.

Ocean Clinic #2

Using your paddle in the surf to generate power and speed off bottom turns and cut backs.

Board handling

Getting through the break

Negotiating other people

Instructors

Woogie Marsh

Jonathan Stubbs

Keahi de Aboitiz

Malfunction SUP Results 2010

2010-03-29T17:26:00.000-07:00

Malfunction Surf Festival 2010

SUP Surfing

Keahi de aboitiz

James billy Watson

Noel graham

Andy davies

Well done to keahi for his win.

Noosa Festival of SURFING SUP

2010-03-29T17:13:00.000-07:00

Noosa Festival of Surfing.

James Billy Watson

Keahi de Aboitiz

Jackson Close

Noel Graham

Matt Lumley

Zane Scweiter

Bluewater Players 5 km Results

2010-03-15T02:08:00.000-07:00

RESULTS ARE AS FOLLOWS; (TIMES ARE ADJUSTED DUE TO WAVE STARTS)

OPEN UNLIMITED:

DANNY SHEARD 14.23
DALE CHAPMAN 14.59
MARK HUXLEY 15.28
ANDY DAVIS 15.39
IVAN VAN VUURAN 16.00
DAMO ANDREWS 16.53
CRAIG JONES 20.27
ALAN HEALD 22.28
WAYNE MC ADAM 25.04
PETER GARRETT 38.41
RIC TODHUNTER 38.52

MENS 12'6"

TROY PEASE 15.09
TRAVIS GRANT 15.26
SAM ROLLINSON 15.55
TATSUMI KAWAI 16.47
ANDREW CASSIDY 17.07
PETER TURNER 17.32
GAVIN SMITH 17.57
LYN TUNDBRIDGE 20.27
SCOTT PENWARN 25.38

WOMEN'S 12'6"

CANDICE APPLEBY 19.19
SUE SHEARD 20.02
JENNY RYAN 20.44
MELISSA MC MANUS 21.07
SIMONE HORSE FIELD 22.19
ALISON FULLAGAR 23.41
ELYSE COMERFORD 28.18

JUNIOR 12'6"

ZANE SCHWEITZER 14.27
CONNER BAXTER 15.02
KEAHI DE ABOITIZ 16.21
MOLLY POWELL 25.29

SPORTS PADDLERS

STUART PHINN 18.33
ROSS MCINNES 21.11
JODIE MARSH 25.31
SUSIE O'KEEFE 42.08
MARITA FINCH 42.08
HELEN TUME 42.08

NFOS SUP HEAT DRAW UP!!!

2010-03-10T15:16:00.000-08:00

Noosa Festival of Surfing SUP Heat Draw.

Heat one

Dane Wilson

Connor baxter

Sean Poyter

Wes Mitchell

Simon Dodd

Mark Taylor

Heat Three

Grant Price

Jackson Close

Jason McManus

Chris Mchutchison

Richard Smith

Antonio Portinari Leao

Heat Four

Woogie Marsh

Mike Galvin

Greg Huglin

Andy Davies

Mike Marsoun

Jonathan Stubbs

Heat Five

Matthew Lumley

Scott McKercher

Tatsumi Kawai

Matt Fleming

mick Morgan

Cameron MacGowen

Heat Six

Keahi De Aboitiz

Riggs Napoleon

Ivan Van Vuuren

Greg Sunderland

Brad Mitchell

Heat Eight

Andrew Cassidy

Tully St John

Sepa napoloeon

Scott Penwarn

Garth Mackie

Kristiana Page

Heats Start On Thursday 7:00 am so come down and support our Club Members

Naish Glide 17 for Sale

2010-03-07T12:13:00.000-08:00

For Sale

Naish 17'0 Glide - Carbon Wood Veneer Construction, Comes with Board Cover, steering System.

The Glide is a pure distance race board with one target in mind..... WINNING. Experience amazing glide on Flat water and lightning speed in the biggest ocean swells. It features the new designed rudder system that allows adjustments between regular and goofy foot riders.

Reluctant sale - brought with Molokai in mind.

Contact me direct for any other details

Price - POA

Woogie 021 598 929.

Top Condition brought at the start of the year only used a handful of times and raced once.

Ocean Clinic

2010-03-06T21:44:00.000-08:00

Ocean Clinic

We ended up heading to Little Cove to shelter from the wind and get a few fun little waves.

The bank had a few long boarders on it so we ended up sitting down the line a little to give them some room.

With about 10 Club members turning up it was a good way to kick off the Ocean Clinic series.

Club President & Head Coach talking out the surf before they head out

Woogie getting a few waves in between

Naomi trying to stick a bottom turn

Cameron Catching a couple of waves from middle of Johnsons into First Point

Mark got some great waves

Liam Getting a Wave from middle of Little Cove through to Main Beach

One of the Younger ones getting a helping hand while he paddles out

Another one of the young ones showing some great talent. Levi bottom turning.

Club President Jonathan on his Jamie Mitchell Surf Tech Model having some fun and the small waves

Ocean Clinic

2010-03-04T20:19:00.000-08:00

Beach Boy Club Day

Ocean Clinic

8:00 am - 10:00 am

Access 12 Noosa

Looking at entry into the surf / white water shore break

Board Control

SUP etiquette

Catching waves

Instructors

Woogie Marsh

Jonathan Stubbs

Dane Wilson

NEW CLUB SPONSORS

2010-02-21T19:32:00.000-08:00

We would like to welcome on boards a couple of new Sponsors.

Quiver Kaddy

The ultimate surfboard carrier, with the Quiver kaddy you will never have to haul your surfboard/Longboard, surf ski, Kayak, or wind surf board to the beach ever again. With the Quiver Kaddy you simply just place the boards on and clip it on to your bike and your on your on your way.

Reduce you carbon foot print
Never have to find a carpark at the beach again
Never drop your board again
You will never have an excuse as to why you have to drive to the beach

The Quiver Kaddy is extremely versitile, it can be pulled accross sand, it can carry several different types of boards and fishing rods and also has several upgrades enabling you to customize your Quiver Kaddy to carry whatever you need .

Coreban SUP

Coreban is derived from Corban, which means "Dedicated to God" and what better word to express our days on the water and to give thanks to the Creator.

COREBAN consists of a team of International athletes that are passionate about the sport and specialize in designing QUALITY Stand Up Paddle Gear.

With testing done in some of the world's most extreme conditions, from outer reefs in Hawaii to point breaks in South Africa and Australia, our goal is to supply you the rider, with the best available products on the market.

Having personally been involved in designing and testing alongside the world's top shapers and manufacturers for over 21 years , it has once again been a great privelege to be a part of a Core company that is leading the way and pushing the boaundaries in SUP.

So whether you plan on paddling your local lake at sunset or desire to charge monster waves, we welcome you to join the Coreban team and to experience the ultimate lifestyle and freedom associated with this breathtaking sport.

2010-02-21T19:28:00.000-08:00

Noosa Heads Beach Boys Surfing Club Inc.

Present:

Jonathan Stubbs

Woogie Marsh

Jodie Marsh

Mark Hatfill

Hayden Stintman

Craig

Taj Marsh

Kaiya Marsh

Club Apologies:

Mark Garrett

Carlos

Cathy Fitzgerald

Mike Mausoun

Libby & Paul Winter

Helen Tume

Billy Moore

Chris Potter

Previous Minutes:

Grants from Sunshine Coast Council Minor Grants $750.

Money went toward – Club Tent, Club First aid kit, Mega Phone, Stop Watches, Clip Boards, Chairs,

Bank Account set up – Westpac Bank Noosa Junction
Blog set up – http://nsupa.blogspot.com
Raffle Tickets –

Actions Arising Previous

Grants – Major Grants Sunshine Coast Council.

Have applied for 11,750 which will help run clinics & education coaching is sport specific qualification.

Jupiter Benefit Fund – Major Grant.

Applying for Office equipment – Computer, Video Camera, UHF radios, Printer

Gear Equipment – Boards, Paddles, Gear Bags, trailer, OC4 Surfing Canoe, Outrigger Paddles, Covers, Club Safety Vests.

Clinic – Club Comp day turning into clinic club days.

Wording makes a difference. Looking at calling our club comp days clinic ( a way to get more people involved) in learning and developing more skills either on Flat water, Open Ocean or Surf.

Noosa Festival of Surfing - Demos

To work with Stand Up Paddle Surf Australia in demonstration the sport of SUP) BEACH BOY SURFING.

Noosa Festival of Surfing – Bluewater Players 5 km Paddle

Entries are still open.

Standard Agenda Items

Treasurer’s Report - $779.63 in the Bank

Gear Steward – All gear in good working condtion

Register – 84 people who are club members (20 odd families)

Coaches Report - Paddle Tips 101

Events / Regattas – Bluewater Players King of the Coast was won by Woogie Marsh.

Up and coming events:

Noosa Festival of Surfing

Bluewater Players 5 km SUP Paddle 14^th March

Suncorp SUP Surfing Event throughout the week of the festival.

Club Members Entered Surfing Event

Woogie Marsh

Tully St John

Dane Wilson

Keahi DeAboitiz

Club Members Entered Paddling Event:

Marita Finch

Woogie Marsh

A Couple of the Ladies are waiting for the day to see what conditions bring

Malfunction 26^th March

Greenline SUP Surfing Event

Club Members Entered

Woogie Marsh

Uniforms – Club Paddling Shirt – Patagonia / Golden Breed top with Mike Field Print.

Other Business

USM May Event – Safety for Blue water Swim

USM May Event – They are looking at doing a SUP race / Demo

Jonathan Getting more info

Print Flyers – re promoting Club – Jodie to Look into.

ABN: Applying for ABN – Guy Williams to help out

Correspondence

Club Insurance – Paid up until 1/1/11

Na Kama Noosa– Promoting Kids into the healthy and safe sport of an Ocean person.

Beach Boys Mission is to empower youth by creating, conducting and supporting Ocean-based programs, specifically targeting ocean awareness, safety fitness, health and nutrition in order to increase the capacity of youth in the community through cultural & environmental education.

GOALS

To provide ocean based programs to all youth in order to nurture an ocean culture.

To develop ocean awareness & safety through cultural and environmental instruction.

To develop a healthy lifestyle through exercise & nutrition.

To educate about juvenile Obesity and Diabetes through nutrition & lifestyle choices.

To instill a sense of Kuleana for the natural environment.

To increase the capacity of youth in the community through mentorship and networking.

Next Meeting

Club Day 7^th March – (entrance to NFOS heat time – Clinic Coaching for Ladies)

Chaired By: Jonathan Stubbs

Minutes By: Jodie Marsh

Paddle Tips 101

2010-02-21T19:23:00.000-08:00

Here's a few secrets to take your power paddling to a buttery smooth stroke.

Stance:
Stay loose.. knees bent, feet parallele to the rails of the board and from your shoulders down, your whole boady needs to be springlike.. your legs will need to be in constant motion.

Catch: ( the start of the stroke)

Place the paddle in the water, about 4 feet in front of your toes. The power phase of the stroke is from there to your toes - pull no further - IF YOU PULL PAST YOUR FEET YOU ACTUALLY GO SLOWER!. THAT'S RIGHT!! this is the biggest mistake new paddlers make, particulalry those who come from other paddling disciplines!

Drive:
With such a long paddle, many beginners try to do it all with their arms. good SUP technique is about 90% body, 10% arms. Much like outrigger paddling, your reach and power comes from the twist of your body through the torso, shoulders, knees and hips -( that's why it's such a good workout)

With the paddle blade placed forward and anchored, you're pulling yourself through the water, while the blade remains stationary. Burying the blade fully in the water and keeping it close to the edge of the board helps too.

Exit/Release
Once the blade reaches your toes, twisting the paddle away from your feet will allow the blade to exit cleanly and control the direction of the board. This "flick" helps smooth the end of the stroke and keep the board tracking without slowing it down. You can also shift your weight on the board ( we're staying springy, remember?) to turn. If I want to adjust the direction, I just put more pressure on one foot to dig the rail into the water. Presto!

Focussing on technique can make for a great workout as you learn this new sport. See you on the water!

King of the Coast

2010-01-15T13:11:00.000-08:00

Race Information:

Depending on wind direction the race will commence from Moffat Headland (SE'ly wind) or from Marcoola SLSC (NE'ly wind).

The course will be approximately 18klms long from Moffats and 21klms from Marcoola to Mooloolaba Outrigging club.

Race date is 24th January 2010 Kicking off with Female SUPs at 1.10pm and KOTC Male ski away at 2pm (QLD time). 14 categories in total check programme for your briefing and start time. This time of start may differ depending upon wind conditions and starting point. Information we will endeavour to deliver by text so please add mobile numbers to registration and/or check website for updates.

The race will be open to all ocean craft specifically Ocean racing skis, Paddleboards, SLSC spec skis, OCI's and Stand up boards.

Competitors must wear a leg rope attaching themselves to their craft. It is also recommended that paddlers consider attaching a hand held flare to their craft and attaching or wearing a PDF. Leg ropes are available for sale through either Oceanpaddler.com or should you need to purchase one prior to the race commencing we will have some at the race briefing for purchase.

For more information check out

Sunshine Coast Paddlers

Welcome Back to 2010

2010-01-15T13:03:00.000-08:00

It is looking like a full year all ready with some great new events starting up and some regular events getting bigger and stronger.

Our first club event will be on the 7th February (Sunday)

Surf Comp

Noosa River Mouth Access 12

6:00 am Start time

All divisions

Check out the 2010 Dates & Events board for up and coming events.

Final Club Day for 2009

2009-12-06T01:11:00.000-08:00

Well with the final Noosa Heads Beach Boys Surfing Club Day done and dusted we looked back on a great start to 2009.

Drag Races, Time Trials, Teams Surfing, Surfing, Christmas Parties and Kids Christmas we were packed with things to do every month.

We look forward to next year with a Beach Boy Surfing event to kick off the year in February then another Beach Boy Surfing event in March to help get our club members ready for the Noosa Festival of Surfing.

Get ready for the 5km Paddle race held at the start of the week of the Noosa Festival of Surfing by taking part in the Wednesday Morning & Saturday Morning Paddle Fit Session. For more info check out Bluewater Players Black Board.

From all the committee at Beach Boys Surfing, we extend to you and your families a very Merry Christmas filled with love and joy. We wish you all a safe holiday season, and hope that your New Year is a happy, healthy and prosperous one.

We would like to sincerely thank you for your continued support, and look forward to an exciting 2010!

Beach Boys CHRISTMAS break

last club day December 6th 2009

Meeting back on February 7th

YOUR CHRISTMAS WISH LIST

i wish..........i like..........i need........

.......i PADDLE

Thank you again and we hope to see you soon.

Warmest Regards,

Beach Boys

Winners are Grinners

2009-11-19T11:58:00.000-08:00

The Noosa Heads Beach Boy Surfing Club Raffle was drawn on Wednesday night at Bluewater Players.

With a gathering of club members we hit it off with food and drinks.

The Major prize draw winner was our very own Cameron MacGowen from Smyths Inc Hairdressing. It is great to see the board go to someone who gives so much to the club.

Cameron holding his new board with Jamie Willems from GSI & Rich Lovett

Bluewater Players Owner and Club President Jonathan Stubbs, Cameron, Jamie & Richie.

Other prize winners :-

Col Broomham - Smyths Inc Hairdressing Pack

Marita Finch - Bluewater Players Pack

Sue Sheard - Kia Kaha Race Paddle

David Finch - Golden Breed Pack

David Mangill - Hive Swimwear

Annie Broomham - Maui Jim Eyewear Pack

Col Broomham - Laguna Bay Pack

Steven Dennett - Voice Voucher

Cameron Mac Gowen - Stand Up Paddle Pack.

Club Raffle Draw

2009-11-16T18:36:00.000-08:00

We are drawing the Club Raffle Draw

Wednesday 18th November

Bluewater Players

4:30 pm

Beach Boys Christmas Dinner

2009-11-06T13:49:00.001-08:00

The Beach Boy Surfing Christmas Dinner Party

Like Always the Noosa Heads Beach Boys Surfing Club Inc leading the way.

Mark & David enjoying a beer and some nibbles

Sonja From Bluewater Players & Mark from Quiver Kaddy talking story

Our venue for the Night - Red On Thomas, Noosaville a great place for a Dinner party

We had some great door prizes but the most wanting to win prize was the Smyths Inc Gift pack. Cameron From Smyths Inc one of our most dedicated members donated this prize for the night.

Karen winner of the Smyths Prize Pack

Karen, Birthday Girl Elaine & Janet

Blue Water Players Owner Jonoathan & Kia Kaha Canoe & Paddles Owner / Maker Woogie talking Story

Guy, Cameron & Owen Telling Jokes and Talking Story

Dave & Mark

Another Door prize was Noosa Long Boards Te Shirts who went to David & Mark.

Birthday girl with Cake Maker Helen - Helen also went home with a Maui Jim Visor

Birthday Cake for Elaine

Getting down Laurie & Annie - yumm yumm food looks good

Annie was also our winner for the Maui Jim Beach Towel

Expression Session Wrap up

2009-11-02T18:14:00.000-08:00

We had local we had Internation brands what we didn't have was the weather.

With over 40 boards to trial a few of the club members were in there eliminate trailing and changing boards over. In between rain showers and sun shine we got some great photos of the line up.

A big thanks to all the suppliers who gave up there Sunday to come and let us demo there boards.

New to Bluewater Players is also the Gerry Lopez range get in there and have a look - These boards were to most popular on the day.

Woogie taking our the Gerry Lopez 9'6

Jonathan taking out the Laird

Line up of Laguna Bay Boards

Tent village

Locally made Products

Changing of the Guard

2009-11-02T18:06:00.000-08:00

We have a new President

Colin has stepped down and Jonathan has stepped into the roll of President.

Colin has done a lot for the club by getting it started and providing a good solid building blocks for us to move up and onwards.

Jonathan has a wealth of knowledge and has some great contacts in both the Council and event Management fields.

Expression Session Demo Day

2009-10-10T17:26:00.001-07:00

Get ready for Next Month as we are planning something different for the Beach Boy Club Members.

The Noosa Heads Beach Boy Surfing club are having a Expression Session day on the Sunshine Coast and we are asking Rep's, Manufacturers to bring Demo stock down for our club members to try.

Alot of our members have been surfing SUP for a couple of years now and are looking at other boards or more boards for there quiver.

We are planning on inviting the Sunshine Coast club as well so they can demo a range of boards. Non Members cost is $10 to cover insurances.

The more reps we can get down to the Expression Session day the easier it will be for club members to ask questions and pick out peoples brains on suggestions and recommendations.

Date: 1st November 2009 Sunday

Location - Peregian Beach - Butchers Car Park

Time: 7:00 am - 12:00

Companies that have confirmed

Laguna Bay

G & S - SUP Boards & Long Baords

Surf Tech - SUP boards & Long Boards

Star Board 10'5 & 9'8

Naish 10'6

NSP 10'6 & 11'0

Coreban

Paddle Surf Hawaii

Paddles

Kia Kaha Paddles

Quick Blades

Energy Food

Session Savers

I have contacted or are going to also contact

Kialoa

Dale Chapman

Chris Garrett

Oxbow

Lahui Kai

I know November is going to be a big month with the Noosa Outrigger Canoe Corporate Day 7th November, Seaway to Seaway 14th November, Roar Industries Ultimate USP Challenge (Honolua) 24th November but it would be good to see you here.

There will be a ballot for the most liked board.

Everybody clean up clean up clean up.....

2009-10-10T17:12:00.001-07:00

With a small but dedicated group of Beach Boy members we headed out on the October Clean up day to help clean up the Waterways we paddle in.

You wouldn't know just by Looking at the Noosa river but there is alot of rubbish between the rocks under the bridges and floating in this River system.

We did a good paddle and managed to pick up 4 big rubbish bags of rubbish.

I think Jonathan went to a near by building site and gathered all there rubbish?

Great effort by all - Marita Finch is doing up a article for the paper so stay tuned.

Beach Boys Club Raffle

2009-09-06T20:22:00.000-07:00

Raffle Tickets For Sale

Available from

Bluewater Players - Noosa Junction

Golden Breed - Noosa Heads

Smyths Inc Hairdressing - Noosaville

Great Prizes

Money Raised will help Woogie Marsh compete over in LA in the 2nd Annual Battle of the Paddles Stand Up Paddle Race.

Fathers Day Beach Boy Surfing Results

2009-09-06T20:12:00.000-07:00

We had a massive day out on the water with about 16 people turning up for the Fathers Day Beach Boys Surf Comp with an extra 10 people helping out on the beach with judging and cheering.

A final Heat was to hot one with two of the National Finalist in the mix made for good spectator watching.

Waves were great for these boys and they showed us how to make these big boards move.

Conditions were a great Sunny Day with a light southerly - Waves size 2-3 ft with the odd bigger set 4 ft coming through.

Results

Biggest Wave - Back Beach Gift Voucher - Tully St John

Best Wave - Sea Breeze Polarized Sunglasses - Mark Taylor

OHHH Snaked - Greenline Paddle Surf - Jonathan Stubbs

Biggest Wipeout - Pacific Long Board Magazine Subscription - Jodie Marsh

Longest Ride - Voice Clothing Gift Voucher - Col Broomham

Best Trick - SeaBreeze Polarized Sunglasses - Dane Wilson

Most Sportsperson like - SeaBreeze Polarized Sunnies - Cameron MacGowen

Most Improved - Maui Jim Sunglasses Prize Pack - Sepp

Single most Biggest Maneuver - Seabreeze Polarized Sunnies - Woogie Marsh

Style Master - Bluewater Players Prize Pack - Mike Mausoun

Person Showing the Most Aloha Spirit - Peregian Springs Golf Club - Scott

Longest Nose Ride - Von Piros Prize Pack - Keahi De Aboitiz

Best Injury - Maui Jim Prize Pack - David Finch

Turning up without a Paddle - Golden Breed Board Short Fitting - Bobby Muir

Volunteer Spot Prize - Seabreeze Polarized Sunnies - Marita Finch

Volunteer Spot Prize - GSI Prize Pack - Karen Dennett

Volunteer Spot Prize - Maui Jim Pack - Martin

I have got some photos so they will follow.

Big thanks to all the sponsors and also the Sponsors that came down on the day

Beach Boys Father Day Surf Comp

2009-09-04T03:30:00.000-07:00

Beach Boys Fathers Day Club Surfing Comp

6th September 2009

7:30 am - 10:00 am

Location - Access 12 - River Mouth

Surfing Event with Heats and Finals

Sponsors Straight Final

Rainbow Sandals 2nd Annual Battle of the Paddles

2009-08-14T13:55:00.000-07:00

This year Noosa Heads Beach Boys Surfing Club will have one of its members competing in the Elite Division of the Rainbow Sandals Battle of the Paddles.

Best of Luck to Woogie Marsh

Rainbow Sandals 2nd Annual Battle of the Paddles

October 3rd and 4th, 2009
Doheny State Beach, Dana Point, CA

About the Elite Race
The Battle of The Paddle features an offshore course that will challenge competitor’s technical and athletic skills as well as create great spectator drama. Elite Race competitors will be on stock (12’6”) SUP boards and will compete five 1.5 mile laps (approximate total distance of 7.5 miles) of an off-shore circuit that will also include an exchange area where they must beach their equipment for a short sand run around a course flag.

Event Course

There will be a water start and beach finish (run up the beach) for the ELITE RACE.

That stand-up paddleboarding has become the coast’s fastest-growing ocean sport should come as no surprise. Combining surfer’s balance skills and wave riding with canoe paddler’s endurance and speed, SUP harkens back to the surfing’s Golden Age, when in the 1940s and ‘50s calling yourself a surfer meant mastering a broad variety of ocean skills.

Now come celebrate the modern West Coast waterman’s lifestyle at the Rainbow Sandals Gerry Lopez’s Battle of the Paddle, a stand-up paddle festival/exposition with a series of races and demonstrations that offer ocean athletes of all ages and skill levels the chance to experience this exciting new sport.

Staged at Dana Point’s historic Doheny State Beach, the Battle of the Paddle is more than an ordinary paddle race. For the sport’s elite paddlers it presents the first-ever championship styled SUP race featuring an offshore course that tests not only endurance but also the open-ocean and surfing skills of the world’s best men and women stand-up paddle racers. Not to mention a cash purse of over $25,000.

Invited competitors on stock (12’6”) SUP boards, will complete multiple laps on a circuit that will include beaching their equipment through the surf for a short run around a course flag on the sand. This exchange will challenge competitor’s technical and athletic skills as well as create great spectator drama. There will also be an age-group race open to all SUP craft categories (12’6” stock, 14 ft. and unlimited) that will compete on the same circuit course without the exchange.

For the recreational paddler and newcomers to the sport The Battle of the Paddle’s exclusive festival/exposition is an extraordinary opportunity to paddle with legendary watermen like Gerry Lopez, Dave Kalama, Jamie Mitchell, Kyle Mochizuki, Colin McPhillips, Titus Kinimaka and many more. You’ll meet the world’s best shapers, check out the latest board designs and paddle innovations and naturally there will be demo boards and paddles of all shapes and sizes available for those who want to perfect their stroke or even try SUP for the first time.

Country Energy Australian Surfing Festival

2009-08-14T13:36:00.000-07:00

Two of our Club Members are in the Running for the First SUP Australian Surfing Titles

Keahi De Aboitiz & Tully St John

Australian Titles will this year be decided for the first time in the rapidly growing and now well established discipline of Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Surfing.

Surfing Australia announced the inclusion of the Open SUP division into the Country Energy Australian Surfmasters to be run at Port Macquarie during August.

Globally, Stand Up Paddle Surfing has grown in popularity incredibly over the past three years with an abundance of surfers, longboard and shortboard surfers, including a stand up paddleboard in their essential quivers and many dedicating themselves 100% to this discipline.

"The quality of Stand Up Paddle surfers emerging throughout Australia and the world is exciting and there's many past and present champions of the sport of surfing now very competent and devoted Stand Up Paddle surfers" said Surfing Australia Chief Executive Officer Andrew Stark.

"Take the two finalists at the recent Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach, Joel Parkinson and Adam Robertson, both often seen in the line up riding waves on Stand Up Paddleboards, and then look at past champions like Luke Egan, Tom Carroll and Simon Anderson, all keen riders" added Stark.

"Stand Up Paddle Surfing has established itself in our sport and we are delighted to incorporate it into our Australian Surfmasters this year - the inaugural champion will take a special place in surfing's history!"

Judging criteria for the Stand Up Paddle surfers have been formulated by the International Surfing Association with an emphasis on use of paddle in performance surfing and radical manoeuvres. The criteria will shortly be available via www.surfingaustralia.com

Twelve surfers will make up the division this year, three from host state NSW, two from Qld, Vic, SA and WA and one from Tasmania.

The Country Energy Australian Surfing Festival, which incorporates the Australian Longboard Titles along with the Australian Surfmasters will run from August 16 through to August 29 as a mobile event through the surf rich region surrounding Port Macquarie.

Port Macquarie

Beach Boy Fathers Day Club Surfing Comp

2009-08-13T22:23:00.000-07:00

We have been working hard on this one for the Dads out there!!!!

Beach Boys Fathers Day Club Surfing Comp

6th September 2009

7:30 am - 10:00 am

Location - Access 12 - River Mouth

Surfing Event with Heats and Finals

We have got some GREAT PRIZES for a range of different categories

Biggest Wave - Back Beach Gift Voucher

Best Wave - Sea Breeze Polarized Sunglasses

OHHH Snaked - Greenline Paddle Surf

Biggest Wipeout - Pacific Long Board Magazine Subscription

Longest Ride - Voice Clothing Gift Voucher

Best Trick - SeaBreeze Polarized Sunglasses

Most Sportsperson like - SeaBreeze Polarized Sunnies

Most Improved - Maui Jim Sunglasses Prize Pack

Single most Biggest Maneuver - Seabreeze Polarized Sunnies

Style Master - Bluewater Players Prize Pack

Person Showing the Most Aloha Spirit - Peregian Springs Golf Club

Longest Nose Ride - Von Piros Prize Pack

Volunteer Spot Prize - Seabreeze Polarized Sunnies

Volunteer Spot Prize - GSI Prize Pack

Beach Boy Team Challenge

2009-08-01T18:04:00.000-07:00

We had the Sun on our side but not the Surf.

It was still great to see some of the action from the club members.

Two Teams of 6

Team Libby

Libby Winter

Helen Tume

Woogie Marsh

David Finch

Cameron MacGown

Jonathan Stubbs

Team Annie

Annie Broomham

Marita Finch

Paul Winters

Col Broomham

Billy Moore

Steve Card

It was very close with one point in it. Team Libby taking the win with 38 points

Annie, Col & Libby before start

Jonathan Running out for his turn

Best Wipeout

Helen Tume - broke her leggie

Longest Ride

Col Broomham

Best trick

Jonathan Stubbs - Head stand

Biggest Drop

Woogie Marsh

2009-07-20T17:42:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Sunshine Coast Regional Council for there Minor Grants

With this money we will be getting a much needed Shade Tent, First Aid Kit, Stop Watch, Starter Gun, Mega Phone.

Beach Boy Surfing Teams Challenge

2009-07-20T17:35:00.000-07:00

Location for 2nd August Teams Beach Boy Surf Challenge

View Larger Map

2nd Car Park on the Right Access 12.

8:00 am - 10:00 am

Teams will be picked on the day.

Own equipment required

Stand Up Paddle Surf Australia has Boards & Paddles for Hire $5.00

Beach Boys Teams Surf Club Day

2009-07-05T18:10:00.000-07:00

Keep the 2nd August free for our first of many Team Surfing Club Days.

Teams will consist of:

1 x Open Tane

1 x Wahine

1 x Kaumatua

1 x Menehune

Conditions will be assessed on the day but it will be run at the River Mouth Noosa (between the groynes, Access 13)

Club Day Photos

2009-07-05T01:08:00.001-07:00

Noosa Heads Beach Boy Surfing Club Day - Paddle Run Paddle

Wahine Winner

At the After Function - Canteen Noosa Junction

Menehune during the Run

Start of the Wahine Race

Chilly July Club Day

2009-07-04T18:45:00.000-07:00

Noosa Heads Beach Boy Surfing Club had to get the blood flowing through the members bodies this morning with a chilly 8 degree start to the day.

Paddle Run Paddle Results

Tane

First Lap

Woogie Marsh 7 mins 01 sec

Billy Moore 7 mins 11 sec

Jonathan Stubbs 7 mins 19 sec

David Finch 7 mins 45 sec

Bobby Muir 7 mins 58 sec

Steve Card 9 mins 12 sec

Col Broomham 9 mins 15 sec

Second Lap - Total Time

Woogie Marsh 15 mins 10 sec

Billy Moore 15 mins 48 sec

Jonathan Stubbs 16 mins 11 Sec

David Finch 17 mins 10 sec

Bobby Muir 17 mins 36 sec

Steven Card 19 mins 40 sec

Col Broomham 19 mins 40 sec

Menehune

Tom Moore 5 mins 00 sec

Taj Marsh 5 mins 25 sec

Patrick Card 6 mins 43 sec

Wahine

Jodie Marsh 18 mins 08 sec

Helen Tume 19 mins 24 sec

Laurie Krause 19 mins 30 sec

Elaine Williams 21 mins 50 sec

Jane Moore 21 mins 56 sec

Kumi Dunlop 24 mins 00 sec

Photos to come -

Prize giving was at Canteen in Noosa Junction. All prizes donated by Golden Breed Noosa Heads.

QLD SUP State Finals

2009-06-15T17:36:00.000-07:00

Over the Weekend we have 4 of our SUP members compete to represent QLD at National SUP's Titles which will be held at:

Location: Port Macquarie, NSW
Date: Saturday, 15-Aug-2009 to Saturday, 22-Aug-2009

Check out the Video from the weekend

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVdGd2KxKB8

Queens Birthday Spot Prize Winners

2009-06-10T18:15:00.001-07:00

And the Winners Are

Helen - Voice Gift Voucher

Cameron - Asics Gift Bag

Kumi - Asics Gift Bag

Deb - Asics Gift Bag

Dave Finch - Asics Gift Bag

The Big Winner for this Month taking home the great Gift Bag from Smyths Inc Hairdressing.

Annie

Too be in the draw for next Month you must attend the club days.

Witta Circle - Paddle Run Paddle

2009-06-09T20:55:00.000-07:00

Next Noosa Heads Beach Boy Club Meet is on the 5th July

Be ready to race must have own equipment.

8:00 am - 10:00 am

Lions Park, Noosa Heads

If you need help with Equipment let me know - Chris from Stand Up Paddle Surf Australia will have boards for hire at $5.00.

Witta Circle - Paddle Run Paddle.

SUP Package Deal

2009-06-09T20:46:00.001-07:00

Stand Up Paddle Surfing Australia has offered all Noosa Heads Beach Boy Club members a great deal on Board & Paddles.

9.6 Oxbow & Kia Kaha (Glass Shaft) Paddle $1600.00 Normally $1850.00

10.6 or 11' NSP & Kia Kaha (Glass Shaft) Paddle $1500.00 Normally $1700.00

NSP Longboards produced in E2 Epoxy are built to withstand the trials and tribulations of the recreational surfer. A proprietary technology, E2 Epoxy was designed to deliver performance with maximum sturdiness. The thick, epoxy fiberglass skin covered with TopSheet is key to the E2 Epoxy construction’s durability. Extremely puncture resistant, it’s strong enough handle small impacts with out shattering. Thus making a great board for beginners and intermediates to progress on.

More deals on Stand Up Paddle Surf Australia's Web Site

http://standuppaddlesurf.com.au/content/blogcategory/32/116/

Alexandra Winter Classic

2009-06-07T22:06:00.000-07:00

It was small! and held at the Maroochydore River Mouth just south of Pin cushion Island.

The finalist were:

Dane Wilson - Red - Laguna Bay

Keahi de Aboitiz - Blue - Laguna Bay

Damian Coltard - White -

Woogie Marsh - Yellow - Laguna Bay

Having 3 Noosa Heads Beach Boy members in the final was a great achievement. The winner took home a New Laguna Bay SUP Board Sponsored by Noosa Surf Works (Tully)

Final results

1st Keahi de Aboitiz

2nd Woogie Marsh

3rd Dane Wilson

4th Damian Coltard

Photos & Video to follow

Queens Birthday Club Day

2009-06-06T20:52:00.000-07:00

What a great Morning to have our first official Noosa Heads Beach Boy Club Day.

Race Results

Menehune Races

1. Tom Moore - Winner of a Golden Breed Watch and Sticker

2. Taj Marsh - Golden breed T Shirt & Sticker

3. Tyra Kabogo - Golden Breed T Shirt & Sticker

Ladies Races

1. Karen Dennett - Winner of a Golden Breed Watch

2. Jane - Golden Breed Hat

3= Helen & Elaine - Both taken home hats

Men's Races

1. Billy Moore - Winner of a Golden Breed Watch

2. Bobby Muir - Noosa Long Boards T Shirt

3. Mark Tume - Noosa Long Boards T Shirt

Spot Prizes to be draw on Monday for all those that attended Sundays Club Meet.

Spot Prizes include.

Voice Shorts Voucher $40.00 Value

Deborair Hair Foils Voucher $150.00

Smyth inc. Hairdressing Gift Bag $200.00 Value

Asics Gift Bags

STAND UP PADDLE SURFING TO BE INCLUDED IN SURFING AUSTRALIA’S AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL TITLES AT PORT MACQUARIE

2009-06-03T16:56:00.000-07:00

Australian Titles will this year be decided for the first time in the rapidly growing and now well established discipline of Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Surfing.

Surfing Australia announced the inclusion of the Open SUP division into the Country Energy Australian Surf Festival to be run at Port Macquarie during August.

“The quality of Stand Up Paddle surfers emerging throughout Australia and the world is exciting and there’s many past and present champions of the sport of surfing now very competent and devoted Stand Up Paddle surfers” said Surfing Australia Chief Executive Officer Andrew Stark.

“Take the two finalists at the recent Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach, Joel Parkinson and Adam Robertson, both often seen in the line up riding waves on Stand Up Paddleboards, and then look at past champions like Luke Egan, Tom Carroll and Simon Anderson, all keen riders” added Stark.

“Stand Up Paddle Surfing has established itself in our sport and we are delighted to incorporate it into our Australian Surfmasters this year – the inaugural champion will take a special place in surfing’s history!”

Twelve surfers will make up the division this year, three from host state NSW, two from Qld, Vic, SA and WA and one from Tasmania.

The Country Energy Australian Surfing Festival, which incorporates the Oxbow Australian Longboard Titles along with the Australian Surfmasters will run from August 16 through to August 29 as a mobile event through the surf rich region surrounding Port Macquarie.

Voice Clothing

2009-06-03T16:42:00.000-07:00

Another Club Sponsor

I have just picked up 6 board short vouchers from Voice Clothing. Be into win at the monthly club days.

Check out there Factory Store!

Factory Outlet Store

1/15 Venture Drive

Noosaville

2009-05-31T19:28:00.000-07:00

GOLD Coast waterman Jamie Mitchell is on track to claim his eighth straight paddleboard world title after storming to victory in the Honolua Ocean Paddle Race.

Mitchell completed the 8km open ocean race from Snapper Rocks to Currumbin in 51 minutes and 48 seconds at the weekend, completing an impressive `training run' before the 51.5km Molokai to Oahu world championships in Hawaii on July 26.

"It is a good event because it puts you in a race situation and you don't get that with training," said 32-year-old lifeguard Mitchell, pictured powering to victory on Saturday.

"It is usually a good indication of how our training has been leading into (the Molokai).

"The Honolua is only 40-50 minutes and the Molokai is anywhere between five to six hours, so it isn't as big but it is definitely good to see how you are feeling coming up to it."

Mitchell crossed the line almost four minutes clear of second-placed Broadbeach paddler Dean Hamner (55:37) and Mermaid Beach's Sean Campbell (56:22) in third.

It was a fitting finish Mitchell, who was forced to withdraw from the Honolua last year when the rudder on his paddleboard snapped as he made his way out to the starting line.

Despite his incredible success overseas, the seven-time world paddleboarding champion remains largely unknown at home.

"If you mention paddling or the Molokai and my name over there in Hawaii, more people would know who I was there than in Australia," said Mitchell, who is also an accomplished big-wave surfer and stand-up paddle rider.

"It can be frustrating. Anyone else that has won seven consecutive world titles would probably be pretty well off. But I make a pittance compared to what some other guys make and can only just keep my head above water at the moment."

A record 115-strong field competed in the paddleboard, stand up paddle and outrigger canoe paddle divisions on Saturday.

Northcliffe clubbie Bianca Lee (62:26) won the open women's paddleboard title ahead of Australian ironwoman champion Kristyl Smith and three-time Coolangatta Gold champ Hayley Bateup respectively.

Gold Coast lifeguard James 'Billy' Watson scorched to victory in the unlimited open men's stand up paddle division in 56 minutes and 40 seconds.

Sunshine Coast Paddle Maker Woogie Marsh claimed Victory in the Stock Open Men's Stand Up Paddle Division in 1 hr 5 and 50 seconds. "Conditions were less than ideal for paddling steering SUP boards - with the wind coming over your left shoulder for most of the race made for hard paddling".

Overall Results

Stock Open Men SUP
65.50 Woogie Marsh
70.33 Troy Pease
72.59 James Brydon
76.13 William Moore
76.18 Simon Kealley
76.26 Ross Munro
76.42 Noel Graham
77.10 Bryan Balthazaar
77.26 Guy Walker
78.52 Luke Egan
78.52 Wes Berg
80.58 Andrew Shield
81.40 Gavin Smith
83.07 John Daniel
87.28 John Mossop
88.32 Roke Rickard
90.50 Sam Dore
92.04 Chris James
92.15 Tim Brimblecombe
92.16 Craig Pitches
92.32 Andrew Flitton
94.16 Mark Traucnieks
94.47 Chris McCall
95.36 Shannon North
97.42 Kris Ikstrums
99.32 Julian Blanchard
107.00 Scott Boot

Unlimited Open Men SUP

56.40 James Watson
59.29 Paul Jackson
59.30 Kelly Margetts
63.40 Mark Huxley
64.04 Sam Rollinson
66.50 Simon Dodd
72.36 Ryan Taylor
72.52 Will Anido
74.35 Mike Marsoun
76.54 Stuart Phinn

Unlimited Open Womens SUP
73.33 Shakira Westdorp
79.56 Sue Sheard
80.58 Jasleigh Geary
81.50 Alison Fullagar
83.35 Angela Van Hoof
89.30 Penny Kempe

Unlimited Over 40 Yrs Mens SUP
66.24 Phil Gregory
70.05 Dale Chapman
72.34 Alain Teurquetil
73.30 Greg Beer
74.33 Peter Turner
77.40 David McCarthy
85.28 Mark Henderson
85.48 Rex Horsley
86.57 Anthony Johnston
88.16 Jeremy Scott
111.07 Terry Gulliver

Hayden Surfcraft 2009 Winter Classic

2009-05-17T16:46:00.000-07:00

Hayden Surfcraft

2009 Winter Long Boarding Championships

proudly hosted by

The Alexdandra Headland Malibu Club

6th 7th & 8th June 2009

Friday Night 5th June: Mooloolaba Bowls Club 6:30pm – Heat Draw

Sat Night 6th June: Mooloolaba Bowls Club 7pm – Party Theme: “Happy Days” 1950s to 1970s

Sunday Night 7th June: Mega Auction Mooloolaba Bowls Club 7pm

Monday 8th June: Presentations – Mooloolaba Bowls Club 3pm

ENTRY FEE - $60.00 per DIVISION and EVENT

PLEASE NOMINATE 1ST AND 2ND PREFERENCES, YOU MAY ONLY ENTER ONE DIVISION

OPEN 9 FOOT

OPEN WOMEN’S

OVER 35’S

JUNIOR GIRLS 18 & UNDER

OVER 45’S

OLD MAL pre 1967

OVER 50’S

JUNIOR BOYS 16 & UNDER

OVER 55’S

Specialty Events – competitors may enter these Events in addition to a Division

RETRO SINGLE FIN

STAND UP PADDLE

------------------ENTRIES CLOSE 30th MAY 2009 --------------------

• One entry per competitor

• Payment MUST accompany official entry form

• No refunds

• Age as at 6th June 2009

• Women’s & Junior’s Boards Eight Foot & Over

For More Information contact Ryen the Club Contest Director on 0410 685 540

http://www.australianlongboarding.com/hayden%20winter%20championships%20entry%202009.pdf

Heats for the Stand Up will be on the Saturday 4 heats

Sunday Semi Finals

Monday Finals

All SUP Heats, S/F & Finals will work around the Tides (Mid Tide)

16 spots available get in early to secure your spot.

Smyths inc. Hairdressing

2009-05-17T16:42:00.000-07:00

New Club Sponsor Smyths inc. Hairdressing.

I know I am excited about this one - Smyths have generously offered some great packages for Spot Prizes at the next Club day.

Hair Cuts & Colour Packages, Product Packages! Be in to win.

Smyths is located at The Islander, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville.

2009-05-17T16:28:00.000-07:00

It was a very Cold morning but a handful of dedicated Noosa Head Beach Boy Surfing Club Members braved the chilly clear sky's to paddle out and help with the Water safety of the Blue Water Swim.

This was the write up in the paper.

Melissa Gorman regained her Noosa Blue Water title in emphatic style yesterday, beating her closest rival by over half a minute.

Gorman had enjoyed a stranglehold on the 2km event earlier in the decade winning it in 2006, 2007 and 2008 however was last year beaten by friend and close rival Kate Brookes-Peterson. However with Brookes-Peterson sitting out the event for personal reasons, Gorman reigned supreme, taking out the women’s division in a time of 23 minutes 7 seconds. “It was perfect conditions out there today, the water was so clear you could see everything. I got a fair start and moved through the pack quickly to control the race,” she said.

Gorman got out of the blocks early and was rarely challenged. Burleigh Heads’ Danielle Defrancesco and New South Wales’ Stacy Hansford battled it out for second before Hansford stumbled close to the line, allowing the Queenslander to grab silver in a time of 23.38.

In the men’s race, Trent Grimsey beat out his brother Codie to claim a decisive win. Grimsey had well and truly grabbed control of the race after getting off to a bad start to finish in 22.21, 46 seconds ahead of his younger sibling.

Pelican Waters surf lifesaver Sean McCullagh took out his fourth consecutive title in the 1km event.

Beach Boys Drag Races

2009-05-11T17:48:00.000-07:00

Get in training for the first official Club day.

Can you paddle FAST in a straight Line? Test your skills at the next Beach Boy Club Day

7th June 2009

Lions Park - next to the play ground & BBQ's

8:00 am - 10:00 am

Boards supplied from Stand Up Paddle Surfing Australia

Bring your own paddle

Everyone gets the same type of board to race on.

Spot Prizes & Winner Prizes supplied by

Golden Breed - Noosa Heads

Noosa Long Boards - Noosa Heads

Honey Girl Water Wear Bikini's - Hawaii

After Races there will be an expression Session at the River Mouth Condition Permitted.

Aloha Beach Boys

2009-05-10T18:41:00.000-07:00

If you missed it we were in the Noosa Journal last Thursday.

Noosa has a new surfing club - the Noosa Heads Beach Boy Surfing Club. Don't worry, it has nothing to do with those old fat dudes with the falsetto voices. The club takes its name from the origins of Stand Up paddle surfing, when it was i

ntroduced to Waikiki Between the wars by Leroy & bobby Ah Choy and their beach boy colleagues who ran - and still run - the surfboard hire and outrigger rides at the most famous beach in the world.

President - elect Col Broomham informs me that the club signed up 30 members and 11 kids at their first sign-on last Sunday, and they have affiliated with Surfing Queensland. CLub Secretary is Jodie Marsh , other half of 'Woogie Marsh,' who just happens to be the fastest paddler in town. Col and spouse Annie are a real waterman couple who, in addition to their Stand Up passion, both style it on longboards and, in the not too

distant past, were a world class tandem duo.

Col says the Beach boy club aims to "bring the aloha spirit to Stand up Paddle Surfing in our town. We aim to educate paddlers of all levels of expertise in how to surf safely and survive our hectic crowds."

Noosa Beach Boy Club Day

2009-05-03T19:18:00.001-07:00

Sonia & Jonathon having a demo on some of the boards we had to offer on Sign On Day.

Menehune Race in the back ground

Anne preparing Food for Breakfast. All fruit Sponsored by Pardons Fruit Store at Noosa Junction

Talking Story at the start of the day.

We had a great club day on Sunday with a total of 49 members signing on.

Makena during the Menehune Races

Levi Paddling well to Keep up

Lilly did well in her First Beach Boy Menehune Club Day Race

Next Beach Boy Club Day 7th June - Lions Park

Ocean Paddling Safety

2009-04-27T18:23:00.000-07:00

I saw this on the Wet Feet Blog and thought it would be good to repost it on here.

With the popularity of open ocean paddling increasing, all paddlers need to practice and communicate to others the importance of open water paddling safety measures. These include:

Always paddle with a partner stay within close proximity of on another
Always use a leash
Carry a cell phone in a waterproof case
Carry a whistle
Carry water

Practice sun protection with sunscreen, a hot or visor, eyewear, and a surf shirt.

Remember if you get in trouble, are falling a lot, or are having difficulty with the wind blowing you where you don't want to go you can always go on your knees & paddle or even prone paddle with your arms. To prone paddle place the paddle blade under your chest with the shaft facing forwards.

The joys and benefits of distance paddling are boundless for those who have experience a good downwind run. Lets make sure everyone can experience this without mishap.

Unwritten Rules of Surfing (SUP)

2009-04-27T18:14:00.000-07:00

As a member of the surfing tribe, it is of great importance that you obey the unwritten rules of surfing at all times. These rules have been handed down from generation to generation because they are based on safety and common sense, and because they promote a community- based fellowship among all surfers. By obeying these rules, you will help to keep Noosa or anywhere an enjoyable place to surf!

The person closest to the breaking part of the wave has priority and right of way. Exception: If someone is up and riding, getting onto the wave behind that person does not give you right of way. In other words, the first person on a wave has priority and right of way.

The person farthest out or waiting longest has priority and right of way. Exception: If someone is consistently paddling out to the farthest spot and catching wave after wave while others wait, that is call wave hogging and the persons' priority is revoked.

When conditions are fairly low-key, the first person who paddles for a wave or calls for it as priority and right of way. Do not expect this to apply in crowded conditions.

Do not drop in. Dropping in is taken off on a wave in front of someone who is already up and riding it. (If you are a thoroughly competent surfer, you may be able to take off on a sectioning wave when there is someone already on it, but only if that person is a great distance behind you, you are 100% certain that the person will not be able to make the section, and you will in no way interfere with the flow of that surfer's ride. When there is any doubt, DONT DROP IN.)

When caught inside, if you need to get past a wave that someone is riding, always paddle behind them on the white water side. Yes, you will probably get stuffed for the sake of someone else's ride, but it is far better to tumble around in white water than to be hit by a board. (Never assume a surfer will sacrifice his ride to avoid hitting you, as some may not care and others may not see you.) Do not paddle in front of someone unless you are ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN that you will be at least 20 feet in front of them.

Do not kick out, bail out, or release your board in a manner that puts other surfers at risk.

Give respect to gain respect.

Give away a sweet wave to somebody you don't even know. This will make you an automatic member of the GROUNDSWELL SOCIETY, an organisation dedicated "To every surfer who gives someone else the wave when they didn't have to."

On a Right Hand breaking wave "Y" surfer has the right of way while "X" surfer is breaking the rules by dropping in.

On a Left Hand Breaking wave "Y" surfer has the right of way while the "X" surfer is breaking the rules by dropping in.

Noosa Heads Beach Boy Surfing Club

2009-04-26T19:42:00.000-07:00

Kia Ora SUP Paddling Enthusiasts

IT IS HERE we have started up our very own little club in Noosa to start getting some events happening in the local area. As the sport is growing it is also a great way to paddle with friends for Safety, fitness, fun, health or leisure. We have got most of the paper work sorted and by the end of next week we will be an affiliated club. Working under Surfing Qlds Banner for insurance purposes we will be able to run club days once a month in the form of flat water races, time trials, surfing and open ocean paddles. You don't have to do all but we are hoping to make it a family club so everyone is involved.

Now we need Foundation Members

Get in now $40 for 15 months Family or $30.00 15 months for Single.

3rd May 2009
8:00 am - 10:00 am
Noosa Woods - 2nd Car park heading towards Noosa River Mouth.

This is turning out to be more of a Membership Drive Demo Day.

Local Companies getting behind NHBBSC
Stand Up Paddle Surf Australia
Laguna Bay
Golden Breed
Noosa Long Boards
Kia Kaha Paddles
Humid
Board Rack

Hope to see you there for some Fun in the Sun