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Wa’a Peleleu Unlimited Race Series

NEWS DATE: MARCH 15, 2026

LEADERBOARD:  (As of 4/18/26)

CLUBNa KoaKunaneKala KukeaGilbertRunning Total
Unlimited Men
1Healani1:01:111:08:492:10:00
2Outrigger1:05:011:09:502:14:51
3Na Hoapili1:02:131:14:242:16:37
4Imi Ola1:04:481:16:202:21:08
5Kailua1:16:241:09:452:26:09
6Lanikai1:16:241:10:532:27:17
7Hui Nalu1:02:061:30:132:32:19
8Ka Mamalahoe1:11:241:21:392:33:03
9Kailua 21:16:241:16:592:33:23
10Imi Ola 21:16:241:17:152:33:39
11Hui Nalu1:10:441:30:132:40:57
12Na Hoapili 21:16:241:25:132:41:37
Unlimited Women
1Ka Moi1:09:331:26:172:35:50
2Na Hoapili1:22:541:29:582:52:52
3Imi Ola1:23:101:30:422:53:52
4Na Hoapili 21:28:101:31:272:59:37
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6
7
8
Unlimited Mixed Open
1Healani1:12:501:15:192:28:09
2Lahui O Koolauloa1:12:501:18:242:31:14
3Healani 21:12:501:21:102:34:00
4Hui Lanakila1:12:501:30:142:43:04
5Kai Oni1:07:021:36:222:43:24
6Kai Oni1:07:501:36:222:44:12
7Na Hoapili1:12:501:31:222:44:12
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OBJECTIVE: 

OHCRA is proud to introduce a dedicated Unlimited Canoe Race Series as part of the pre-season racing calendar, offering a competitive platform for this growing division of the sport. This 4-race series is designed to encourage participation, innovation, and high-level competition among clubs utilizing Unlimited Canoes.


OVERVIEW:

The proposed Unlimited Canoe Race Series Will

  • Utilize existing pre-season races.

  • Use cumulative times to calculate winners 

Example Calculation:

  • Crew A: 1:30:00 | 1:30:00 | 1:30:00 | 2:00:00 → Total: 6:30:00

  • Crew B: 1:15:00 | 1:15:00 | 1:45:00 | 1:50:00 → Total: 6:05:00
    🏆 Crew B wins the series.

RACE FORMAT:

  • Divisions: Men, Women and Mix

    • Crews must be sponsored by a club.

    • Crews do not have to have the same paddlers race to race, but need to enter under the same crew name to accumulate time.

    • For missed races, you will get receive a time equal to the last place finishers + 5 min.

RACE SCHEDULE & HOSTING ROTATION

  • Host clubs will determine the course for each pre-season race.

  • 2026 Race Series

    • Malama Pono 'Ia Na Koa - March 28 | Hosted by Keola O Ke Kai| Mauliola

    • Ko Kakou Kunane – April 18 | Hosted by 'Imi Ola | Mauliola

    • Kala Kaukea Race – April 25 | Hosted by Hui Nalu | Maunalua Bay

    • Gilbert Silva Memorial Race – May 3| Hosted by Keahiakahoe | Mauliola


AWARDS & RECOGNITION

  • 🏆 Perpetual trophies will be recognized with the winners of each division: Men, Women, and Mixed.

  • This new series represents OHCRA’s commitment to expanding opportunities for Unlimited Canoes, ensuring the sport continues to evolve while honoring its traditions. Get your crew ready and be part of history!