Well - everyone is having a terrific time in Hawaii!
On Thursday morning we went for a nice long paddle out of one of the local outrigger canoe clubs. Since it was my first time in real swells, it was quite the experience! The waves were coming over the bow of the boat and we were constantly having to bail - but it was worth it! Getting the feel of surfing the waves was pretty great - definitely nothing like flat water!
That afternoon we took a drive along the coast in a convertible Mustang we rented for the day. We took a hike through Diamond Head crater and up to the old fire tower. We then continued half way to the north shore and headed for home.
Yesterday was a 22 km paddle in the big waves - though we forgot our bailer and only realized when we were half swamped. That was fun.
Yesterday afternoon we took another drive but this time went up to the North shore - where all the big wave surfing is. These waves get up to 30 feet tall!
Last night was a bit of a gongshow after we got back - resulting in the consumption of an entire bottle of wine and lots of dancing. We met some Canadian army members, so that was nice to chat a bit. We haven't seen many English speaking tourists - so its a nice change :).
I missed practice this morning as a result of last nights festivities - I was pretty upset with myself about that but I also have to remind myself that I'm on vacation - not just training!!
Tomorrow we head for Kauai where two other paddlers from Canada will join us in the final prep for the race - it will be good to have the whole crew together.
Till next time - Aloha!
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