Pre-register by 5pm, Wednesday, 11th of July - simply fill out the registration form and email it in - and each paddler will go in the draw for some awesome spotprizes. Don't worry if you can't pay in advance; payment can still be made on the day. (See the Race Calendar for the registration forms and other details http://wakaama.co.nz/racecalendar/lookup/878.)

Long-range weather forecast

We are anticipating strengthening northerlies, which will make for a tricky ama-side wind to Mokoia Island, and then a gut-busting leg from Mokoia up to Hamurana. And then: pick your line and lighten up the paddles for the bumps on homeward leg. So bring your sprayskirts and your race face!