104 crews from around the world competed in this year's Moloka'i Hoe race. Kauai canoe clubs, Hanalei, Namolokama, and Pu'uwai combined their clubs resources and sent 3 crews to compete in this year's 41 mile race across the Ka'iwi channel between Molokai and Oahu. Known as Kaua'i Wa'a, their first crew placed an amazing 8th place!
The entire event was extremely exciting. Not only did a Kauai crew break into the top 10 but Tahiti's Shell Va'a finally relinquished their crown after 8 years of dominating the race. EDT, another top team from Tahiti, passed Shell in the last 200 yards to take the win.
Kauai Teams Breakdown:
Kaua'i Wa'a Mo'ikeha - 8th
Kaua'i Wa'a Manokaianipo - 21st
Namolokama 60+ - 66th
Kaua'i Wa'a-Kukona - 86th
A lot of time and training has gone into preparing for Molokai Hoe.
Reside Kauai would like to congratulate the Kauai teams on their achievement!