SCORA Race Schedule
Iron
Crystal Pier - May 11
Rig Run - May 18
Kahanamoku Klassic - June 1
Ventura Outrigger Challenge - June 8
Battle of the Breakwater - June 15
Outrigger Iron Championships - June 22
9-man
Whitey Harrison Classic - August 10
Paopao - August 24
Catalina Channel Crossing - Sept. 7-8
Dana Outrigger Hosted Races
The Dana Ocean Challenge would not be possible
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Dana Ocean Challenge
March 16, 2023
Dana Outrigger is pleased to be part of the SoCal Ocean Racing Series. Our Winter Series Open Water Race, the Dana Ocean Challenge, is held every March – rain or shine!
For additional information and REGISTRATION,
go to Paddleguru.com
Whitey Harrison Classic
Race Day Information - Race Packet
The Whitey Harrison Classic is a 20-mile, 9-man outrigger race hosted by Dana Outrigger every August. The race was first run in July of 1971 from Newport to Dana Point Harbor as part of the Harbor’s Opening Ceremonies. Now, the race runs from just outside the mouth of Dana Point Harbor to Main Beach in Laguna Beach and back.
This event draws over 900 competitors who compete in over 19 divisions ranging from 12 to 70 years old. The festivities take place at Doheny State Beach.
The video below shows a Dana Outrigger Open Co-Ed Team competing in the 2013 Whitey Harrison Classic. They went on to a FIRST Place WIN in their division.
Alenuihaha: Whitey Harrison Classic Race, Dana Point Outrigger, 2013 from CroCam Video Productions on Vimeo.
The Whitey Harrison Classic would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors.
Crystal Pier
The Crystal Pier Outrigger Canoe Race is a Southern California Outrigger Racing Association Race hosted by Hanohano Canoe Club in San Diego, CA.
Rig Run
The Rig Run, hosted by Ka Nai'a Outrigger, will be the second sanctioned California Iron long-distance race in the SCORA racing season.
Kahanamoku Klassic
The Kahanamoku Klassic Outrigger Canoe Race is hosted by Marina Outrigger Canoe Club in Marina del Rey, California.
Ventura Outrigger Challenge
Hokuloa Canoe Club will host its annual Ventura Outrigger Challenge Race in Ventura, California.
Battle of the Breakwater
The Kahakai Outrigger Challenge, Battle of the Breakwater is hosted by Kahakai Outrigger Canoe Club in Long Beach, California.
Outrigger Iron Championships
Kai Elua Outrigger Canoe Club will host its annual Outrigger Iron Champs at Mariner's Point, San Diego, California.
Dana Point Water Wars
DanaPoint Water Wars is an annual event held in the beautiful DanaPoint Harbor every 4th July. Participants head out in the main channel in boats ranging from small inflatables to 20+ foot fishing boats. While there is no official start time, minor skirmishes can be seen throughout the day, while the epic-scale battle happens around noon. Participants can be seen of all ages, but anybody on the water is a fair target. See You There!
Whitey Harrison Classic
The Whitey Harrison Classic, hosted by Dana Outrigger Canoe Club, will be the first sanctioned California 9-man race in the SCORA racing season.
Paopao
Paopao, hosted by Oceanside Outrigger Canoe Club, will be the second sanctioned California 9-man race in the SCORA racing season.
Catalina Channel Crossing US Outrigger Champs
The Catalina Channel Crossing - US Outrigger Champs, will be longest and final sanctioned California 9-man race in the SCORA racing season.
Dana Ocean Challenge
Gather with fellow paddlers for a memorable day on the water at the 35th annual Ocean Challenge, hosted by Dana Outrigger Canoe Club.
Whether you’re racing the 10-mile Long Course or the 5-mile Short Course, the event promises a perfect blend of competition and good fun. We are often told that the Dana Ocean Challenge is one of the favorite events of the Winter Race Series.
Let the spirit of the camaraderie and the harbor's beauty make this event truly special. Paddle on!
Register at PaddleGuru.com.