Big turnout for Whaingaroa Hoe 2012

Novice 8km paddlers battle it out in the middle of the field leading up to the finish
Novice 8km paddlers battle it out in the middle of the field leading up to the finish

There are a large number of entries in this year’s Whaingaroa Hoe. Racing got underway this morning with the 8km W6 Novice/ Junior under the control of experienced steerers. A condition of entry is that teams need to be able to finish 8km within an hour. 

Winds are very light and a smooth harbour. The weather is overcast but reasonably warm.

Winning 8km novice crew in Takere Rangi power past the jetty and on to the finish
Winning 8km novice crew in Takere Rangi power past the jetty and on to the finish

 

Novice 8km paddlers head for the Opotoru Estuary

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