Author: Erik Ages

Final Virtual Race Results…and new races to come

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The final results are in for the 3rd and final CORA spring 2021 virtual race series. Click HERE to visit our race results page.

Now that virtual racing is done, its time to introduce some real race options for the summer weeks ahead. Remember to revisit CORA’s 2021 Race Schedule to map out your summer race season, as well as fall and winter start line options.

First up is the FCRCC 2021 Around Bowen Island race, which has been repurposed for small boats. Scheduled for Sunday 25 July, the registration for this exciting race has solo (and double) iron and relay options. Click HERE to register.

CORA Town Hall #6 (Sat, June 26, 2021): All Things OC1, Great & Small

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  • This discussion is hosted and led by CORA board directors with some hand-picked experts with knowledge and resources to make our members’ experiences with solo boats safe, productive, fun and rewarding.
  • Bring your questions. Here’s the range of topics we’re expecting to discuss…
    • tips and tricks for rigging boats
    • tips and tricks for safely tying down boats to vehicles and transporting via car- and truck-top
    • anyone tried to rig a boat on a beach? well, sand in your rigging is worse than sand in your shorts (there are solutions to this)
    • best practices for cleaning solo boats
    • storage tips: how to clean and protect your boat’s painted and mixed media surfaces
  • Imagine 90 minutes of discussion about solo outriggers; if this excites you, then please join us!

CLICK HERE or on the image below to view the recorded session.

CORA Coach Panel #5: Solo Boat Stroke Technique

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Come with questions about stroke technique to enhance your paddling efficiency, speed and confidence on the water. CORA board directors, community coaches and racers Rob Magus (Vancouver), James Hill (Victoria), Kamini Jain (Vancouver) and Leanne Stanley (Kelowna) will provide technical overviews, scenario reviews and facilitate Q&A from the audience. This will be a fun and informative discussion. All paddlers, from novice to advanced, are invited and encouraged to attend. Paddles up!

DATE: Saturday 12 June
TIME: 4PM (Pacific)
CLICK HERE or the image below to view recorded video