Nice bop day tassiesup, looking forward to my next tas trip.

Ok, we are now sponsored up, thanks for the support guys, it is very much appreciated and a special thanks to Damian at Jay Sails Wind Kite SUP who secured most of these for us, so expect to take home some awesome gear. There is still time to get some new gear before the comp, so hit our sponsors up now.
entries will open later this week, if you are coming over from "Australia" to compete in the Australian Cold Water SUP Championship division contact us direct for entry to get your discount $10 fee.
Blue Planet
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Global surf Industries
ION
Jay Sails & SUP
JP Australia
Lufra Hotel & Apartments
Naish
NSP
Ocean & Earth
ONE Stand Up Paddle
Smik
Starboard
Surftech
Taranna Boat Club
Tom Carroll SUP
Watersports TAS
Tasmanian Government
Park Beach Boardriders
Surfing Tasmania
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tassiesup said..
It will only be a few weeks before some lucky SUPer will be bolting this to their board??
The Australian Cold Water SUP Championship division is open to all non Tasmanians (Australian & internationals only) so you won't have to worry about going up against some of the most revered cold water SUPers on the planet, ie Tasmanians

My flights booked and I'm ready to give it a crack, yeeew! Or is that Brrrrr!

SRrat said..

tassiesup said..
It will only be a few weeks before some lucky SUPer will be bolting this to their board??
The Australian Cold Water SUP Championship division is open to all non Tasmanians (Australian & internationals only) so you won't have to worry about going up against some of the most revered cold water SUPers on the planet, ie Tasmanians

My flights booked and I'm ready to give it a crack, yeeew! Or is that Brrrrr!

Apparently you will need booties

LastSupper said..

SRrat said..

tassiesup said..
It will only be a few weeks before some lucky SUPer will be bolting this to their board??
The Australian Cold Water SUP Championship division is open to all non Tasmanians (Australian & internationals only) so you won't have to worry about going up against some of the most revered cold water SUPers on the planet, ie Tasmanians

My flights booked and I'm ready to give it a crack, yeeew! Or is that Brrrrr!

Apparently you will need booties

About the only locals you see this time of year without booties are those who left them at home drying in front of the fire

Nothing better than a relaxing drink in the spa after a big day on the beach.

Book you executive spa suite now at the Lufra, call 03 6250 3262 direct to receive these special SUP rates.
2 Bedroom Apartments ( 2 doubles or Double/ 2 single) one night $220, two night total $357.50 sleep 4.
Hotel Family Room ( double / 2 single) one night $160, two night total $260 sleep 4.
Studio Apartment ( Either 2 single or one king) one night $160, 2 night total $260 sleep 2.
Hotel Double Room ( Either Twin or double) one night $112, 2 night total $182 sleep 2.

DoctorSUP said..
River Rider .. Will male competitors receive prize money equal to the females ..

Dear DoctorSUP, there won't be any awarding of prize money to either sex, the prestige of winning this event is much more than any monetary value

Eaglehawk threw up some challenging conditions Saturday for a small but enthusiastic crew for the 2019 SUP Titles with1 to 2 metre surf and that notorious shore break to navigate. Many had four heats today making for a tired and thirsty crew at days end. Presentations were held at the Lufra Hotel and Apartments where the crew were staying for the weekend.
Heat one saw Ulverstone surfer David Strickland off to hospital for stitches etc after a heavy wipeout and face bouncing off his board rail edge.

RESULTS:
O/40. 1. Simon Hansen Lohrey, 2.Barry Vaughan, 3.Matt Steele, 4. Andrew Male.
O50/70. 1.Andrew Bowes, 2. Brett Bradford, 3.David Banks, 4.David Smith. 5.Tony Leitch.
O/Men .1. Andrew Leitch 2.Barry Vaughan, 3. Matt Steele, 4.Simon Hansen Lohrey, 5.Andrew Bowes, 6. Brett Bradford.
10' Tony Leitch

Australian Cold Water SUP Champion. Andy Male

Many thanks to the great sponsors:
Thanks to Damian at Jay Sails Wind Kite SUP .
Canoe n Surf Devonport -Medallions
Blue Planet
Fanatic
Global surf Industries
ION
Jay Sails & SUP
JP Australia
Lufra Hotel & Apartments
Naish
NSP
Ocean & Earth
ONE Stand Up Paddle
Smik
Starboard
Surftech
Taranna Boat Club
Tom Carroll SUP
Watersports TAS
Tasmanian Government
Park Beach Boardriders
Surfing Tasmania
TassieSUP

Day 2 races
Tech race was up 1st, held in clean waves at gravel pits to make it a little bit interesting for the crew. Dave Smith took off like a seagull with a hot chip and managed to clear the shore break straight away while the rest got caught inside and were given a small taste of what the guys went through in yesterday's surf comp, Mat Steele made a small inroad to Daves lead, but never really troubled him as Dave was catching clean waves to the beach on each leg, Lionel Daley was held back by the wrong board for the conditions, but did a great job under the circumstances, while Frances Stringer showed the girls how it should be done.
Next was the Taranna to Eagle Hawk Neck Marathon. Now that the crew was warmed up they set off in near perfect conditions from the jetty under the watchful eye of the flotilla from the Taranna Boat Club, Lionel must of been feeling the heat from Mat and Dave and took a few swims to cool down on leg across from Dart Island, but then it was and easy run up the bay to the finish.
Special thanks to the Taranna Boat Club for providing water safety once again.
Results
Tech Race
Womens
Francis Stringer
Mens
1.Dave Smith
2.Mat Steele
3.Lionel Daley
Marathon
Womens
Francis Stringer
Mens
1.Mat Steele
2.Dave Smith
3.Lionel Daley

Looks like a fun event with a great group of SUPsters.
The waves looked awesome this year.

I love the drone view of the venue and the action, thanks!

Just returned home to SW West Oz after a terrific trip to Tassie. The Cold Water Classic was a great way to kick off the trip. Surfing and hanging out with a welcoming crew of like minded people in a spectacular location. The conditions during the comp were well described as technically challenging, the vibe in the water throughout was awesome. I haven't been in a surf comp since high school more than 30 years ago, can't recall any competitors hooting or calling other surfers into waves back then!
Big thanks to Tassie SUP , in particular Dave Smith,
Surfing Tasmania,
all the sponsors that got on board ,a lot of them through Damien at J Sails.
Keep the stoke, I'll be back!
Andy