The Australian team singles of Jeremy Cotter and Caine Eckstein paddled hard today, adding yet more time to their lead on the final day of the four day race.  In the singles, Hank McGregor won the overall race by about 7 minutes, taking line honours each day.  The Barthos easily won the doubles event. 

 

Bianca Beavitt, the 18 year old pheomenon from Cape Town completed the course well within the allotted time ro become the youngest female paddler and one of only four ever to complete the race in a single ski.  Stories and photos to follow...

For 35 years now, off the East Coast of Southern Africa, men of the South African Surf Lifesaving community have been taking on a monumental challenge every 24 Months. Known as "The Maker of Men", "The Blood, guts & glory race", "4 days of hell at sea" or simply "The Challenge" it has captivated the minds of the public through the sheer toughness and bravery of the competitors and the paddling community who offer deep respect to those who can say "I have done it".

Competitors in the Surf Ski Challenge are true masters of stamina, strength and courage - and they keep coming back for more!

The Surf Ski challenge is the ultimate contest between man and the elements of nature, a reputation that has enticed competitors back every time it has been staged.1

Following the great success of the Dubai Shamaal which in 3 years has grown into one of the Worlds premier ocean paddling races the organizers have extended their brand into one of the Worlds oldest & greatest ocean challenges.

Welcome to The Southern Shamaal PE to EL Challenge 2008...

Click here to download the Southern Shamaal 2008 Poster