Surfski Knowledge Base

Ambleside Park Laps

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	* [[:tidalrace:tidal_races#safety_-_learning_tidal_races\|About General Tidal Race Safety When You Are On Your Own]]		* [[:tidalrace:tidal_races#safety_-_learning_tidal_races\|About General Tidal Race Safety When You Are On Your Own]]
-	* Ambleside is usually one of the friendlier tidal races to surf laps in, but make no mistake, it can get pretty big, and it is part of a large, busy international bay and harbor.	+	* Paddling Ambleside is never the same twice. The wave area may vary from 100 meters to a few kilometers. The waves may be one-meter tall to over-head monsters. It is rarely smooth so you will gain experience with cross-chop and unpredictable wave patterns. (Ambleside is one of the most user friendly tide races that we are familiar with and it is well known and often paddled by locals. That being said, you should understand the basics of tidal races and how Ambleside grows and subsides and approach it with respect and awareness of your own relative experience and paddling skills).
-	* …	+	* Ambleside is part of a busy international shipping channel and harbor. Stay alert for pleasure craft and large freighters.
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	===== When and Where Ambleside Works =====		===== When and Where Ambleside Works =====

-	* Safety - Paddling the Ambleside [[:tidalrace:tidal_races\|tide race]] is never the same twice. The wave area may vary from 100 meters to a few kilometers. The waves may be one-meter tall to over-head monsters. It is rarely smooth so you will gain experience with cross-chop and unpredictable wave patterns. This is a shipping channel so stay alert for pleasure craft and large freighters. [[:tidalrace:tidal_races#safety_-_learning_tidal_races\|About Tidal Race Safety]] (Ambleside is one of the most user friendly tide races that we are familiar with and it is well known and often paddled by locals. That being said, you should understand the basics of tidal races and how Ambleside grows and subsides and approach it with respect and awareness of your own relative experience and paddling skills).
	* When the current is ebbing with NW wind and wave action, the waves stand up where they collide with the strongest current. Same as [[:hood_river_columbia_gorge\|the Gorge]]. From shore you can see the tide rip. It's like a strip of rough water. Its always different, but usually 500 - 1000 yards offshore.		* When the current is ebbing with NW wind and wave action, the waves stand up where they collide with the strongest current. Same as [[:hood_river_columbia_gorge\|the Gorge]]. From shore you can see the tide rip. It's like a strip of rough water. Its always different, but usually 500 - 1000 yards offshore.
	* The water in between shore and the tide rip is usually calm or rolling. Lots of easy water to play around in. Waves are rolling upstream against the current, like the Gorge. So you paddle out to the rip and bite off as much as you can chew. Surf upstream, float back downstream for another run. The waves often tend to smooth out in the "upstream" section toward the east and can be somewhat more catchable there.		* The water in between shore and the tide rip is usually calm or rolling. Lots of easy water to play around in. Waves are rolling upstream against the current, like the Gorge. So you paddle out to the rip and bite off as much as you can chew. Surf upstream, float back downstream for another run. The waves often tend to smooth out in the "upstream" section toward the east and can be somewhat more catchable there.

Deception Pass

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		+	* [[:tidalrace:tidal_races#safety_-_learning_tidal_races\|About General Tidal Race Safety When You Are On Your Own]]
	* It can get extremely technical with waves coming from three directions.		* It can get extremely technical with waves coming from three directions.
	* The beach launch can require paddling over large breakers (applies to south side launch more often than to northside)		* The beach launch can require paddling over large breakers (applies to south side launch more often than to northside)

Rudders

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sat, 30 May 2026 16:05:40 +0000

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	* Some expert surfskiers theorize that some average surfskiers get large rudders and overuse them or rely on them too much, essentially reducing their stability or progress in surfing. Keep your mind open and keep experimenting - something to consider if a new rudder doesn't seem to deliver for you instantly.		* Some expert surfskiers theorize that some average surfskiers get large rudders and overuse them or rely on them too much, essentially reducing their stability or progress in surfing. Keep your mind open and keep experimenting - something to consider if a new rudder doesn't seem to deliver for you instantly.
	* [[https://tsunamirangers.com/2023/06/05/meet-the-rangers-dandy-downwind-don/\|Don's paddling background]]		* [[https://tsunamirangers.com/2023/06/05/meet-the-rangers-dandy-downwind-don/\|Don's paddling background]]
-	* [[https://www.orkapaddles.com/orka-products/rudders/\|Orka]] South Africa. On the main rudder page they say they need the rudder shaft measurement. On order page for specific rudders they ask for make and model of surfski. We do not know how many different brands/models they cover. You will have to ask about your specific surfski.	+	* [[https://orkapaddles.com/collections/paddling-accessories?sort_by=manual&filter.p.product_type=Rudders&filter.v.price.gte=&filter.v.price.lte=\|Orka]] South Africa. On the main rudder page they say they need the rudder shaft measurement. On order page for specific rudders they ask for make and model of surfski. We do not know how many different brands/models they cover. You will have to ask about your specific surfski.
	* DIY modification		* DIY modification
	* Shorter Rudder if you have a large rudder that is extra or one you don't particular like or use, you can experiment with making it a shorter rudder and possibly derive one that is faster for flat water but has more turning power than typical small/short rudders, because yours will have more surface area than a typical short rudder.		* Shorter Rudder if you have a large rudder that is extra or one you don't particular like or use, you can experiment with making it a shorter rudder and possibly derive one that is faster for flat water but has more turning power than typical small/short rudders, because yours will have more surface area than a typical short rudder.

New South Wales (Australia) Surfski

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		+	* Port Hacking River [[https://youtu.be/9Ue96vs0-2A\|video riding ferry wake]]
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The Grand Ducky of Fenwick (The Duchy of Grand Fenwick) Surfski

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Race Calendars

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	* [[https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DhPJesCrq/\|2026 Calendar]] (Facebook)		* [[https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DhPJesCrq/\|2026 Calendar]] (Facebook)
	* [[https://oceanflight.com/pages/race-schedule\|Ocean Flight Version]]		* [[https://oceanflight.com/pages/race-schedule\|Ocean Flight Version]]
-	* [[https://pnw.paddlerace.org/index.html\|Paddle]]	+	* [[https://pnw.paddlerace.org/index.html\|Paddle Race]] (Mike Liddell)
	* [[http://pnworca.org/events/\|PNWORCA (Pac Northwest OC Assoc)]]		* [[http://pnworca.org/events/\|PNWORCA (Pac Northwest OC Assoc)]]
	* [[https://seattlecanoekayak.club/index.php?id=event-calendar\|Seattle Canoe and Kayak Club]]		* [[https://seattlecanoekayak.club/index.php?id=event-calendar\|Seattle Canoe and Kayak Club]]

Bellingham Area Races

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Thu, 28 May 2026 18:10:15 +0000

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	(a couple of weekly race series run in Vancouver, BC included here also. Sometimes some of the BC folks visit our weekly races and vice versa.)		(a couple of weekly race series run in Vancouver, BC included here also. Sometimes some of the BC folks visit our weekly races and vice versa.)

		+	* Barnacle Paddles - the [[:barnacle_definition\|Barnacles]] paddle on Bellingham Bay (anyone welcome, but know your limits on rough water days) most Tuesdays & Thursdays launching at 10 am from Marine Park. Likewise they launch from MP on Saturday mornings at 9 am. Times may be adjusted somewhat on rough days on the fly for downwinders to choose launch conditions that are better (either to get stronger waves and wind or to get less waves and wind on really strong days).
	* [[:races:bellingham_area_self_timed_races\|Single Boat (or self-timed) Races\Adventures\Exploits]]		* [[:races:bellingham_area_self_timed_races\|Single Boat (or self-timed) Races\Adventures\Exploits]]
	* Hot Five Race Series		* Hot Five Race Series

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Safety Gear

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Wed, 27 May 2026 14:41:26 +0000

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	* [[:stories:rescue_oc2_2016\|Difficulty without practice 12/03/2016]]		* [[:stories:rescue_oc2_2016\|Difficulty without practice 12/03/2016]]
	* [[https://tsunamirangers.com/2022/12/05/towing-for-sea-kayakers/\|Towing for Sea Kayakers]]		* [[https://tsunamirangers.com/2022/12/05/towing-for-sea-kayakers/\|Towing for Sea Kayakers]]
		+	* [[:rescuing_others#surfskier_needing_assistance_and_they_are_in_their_boat\|Additional Towing Information (rescuing others page)]]
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The Sport

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sat, 23 May 2026 15:53:05 +0000

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	* [[:tides\|Tides and Currents]]		* [[:tides\|Tides and Currents]]
	* [[:nautical_charts\|]]		* [[:nautical_charts\|]]
-	* Water Quality **** [[https://www.theswimguide.org/find\|WQ Tests Map]]	+	* [[https://www.theswimguide.org/find\|Water Quality Tests Map]]
	* [[:safety_gear\|]]		* [[:safety_gear\|]]
	* [[:electronics#communication_devices\|Communication]]		* [[:electronics#communication_devices\|Communication]]

Switzerland Surfski

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Fri, 22 May 2026 20:19:56 +0000

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	* [[https://www.swisscanoe.ch/de/disziplinen/surfski-and-marathon/swiss-paddle-cup\|Swiss Events (German)]]		* [[https://www.swisscanoe.ch/de/disziplinen/surfski-and-marathon/swiss-paddle-cup\|Swiss Events (German)]]
	* Cup Races (check the main cup links for additions/deletions/name changes of cup races - these are the races listed in 2026)		* Cup Races (check the main cup links for additions/deletions/name changes of cup races - these are the races listed in 2026)
-	* 3 May 2026 [[https://www.lakeside-opening.ch/en_GB/lakeside\|Lakeside Opening]] , Thun (18 km)	+	* 3 May 2026 [[https://www.lakeside-opening.ch/en_GB/lakeside\|Lakeside Opening]] , Thun (18 km)
-	* 10 May 2026 [[https://kcrj.ch/wenzel-trophy\|Wenceslas Trophy]], Rapperswil (22 km)	+	* 10 May 2026 [[https://kcrj.ch/wenzel-trophy\|Wenceslas Trophy]], Rapperswil (22 km) [[https://youtu.be/UCPylH3hR28\|2026 Race Start Video]]
	* 21 June 2026 [[https://thebigpaddle.ch/program/\|The Big Paddle]], Richterswil (18.5 km)		* 21 June 2026 [[https://thebigpaddle.ch/program/\|The Big Paddle]], Richterswil (18.5 km)
	* 12 July 2026 Molokai on Léman, Villeneuve (27 km)		* 12 July 2026 Molokai on Léman, Villeneuve (27 km)

Hood River, OR (Columbia River Gorge)

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Fri, 22 May 2026 17:30:33 +0000

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	* [[https://snoflo.org/report/flow/oregon/columbia-river-at-the-dalles/\|River Flow From Dalles Dam]] (section from the Dalles down to Cascade Locks)		* [[https://snoflo.org/report/flow/oregon/columbia-river-at-the-dalles/\|River Flow From Dalles Dam]] (section from the Dalles down to Cascade Locks)
	* [[https://seatemperature.net/lakes/water-temp-in-lake-celilo\|Water Temperature at Lake Celilo (river above Dalles Dam) ]]		* [[https://seatemperature.net/lakes/water-temp-in-lake-celilo\|Water Temperature at Lake Celilo (river above Dalles Dam) ]]
		+	* Water Quality [[https://www.theswimguide.org/find\|WQ Tests Map]]
	* Immediate Forecasts from Knowledgeable Locals		* Immediate Forecasts from Knowledgeable Locals
	* [[https://thegorgeismygym.com/forecast/\|The Gorge is My Gym]] A good forecasting site for surfskiing the Gorge.		* [[https://thegorgeismygym.com/forecast/\|The Gorge is My Gym]] A good forecasting site for surfskiing the Gorge.
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	* Passenger Car - 2026 - $1.75 BreezeBy, $3.50 otherwise		* Passenger Car - 2026 - $1.75 BreezeBy, $3.50 otherwise
	* Bridge of the Gods (Cascade Locks) ([[https://www.portofcascadelocks.org/bridge-of-the-gods\|current rates online]] - all vehicle types, trailers, etc.)		* Bridge of the Gods (Cascade Locks) ([[https://www.portofcascadelocks.org/bridge-of-the-gods\|current rates online]] - all vehicle types, trailers, etc.)
-	* Passenger Car- 2026 - $3.00 pay as you go, $1.25 BreezeBy	+	* Passenger ****Car-**** 2026 - $3.00 pay as you go, $1.25 BreezeBy
	* [[https://csc.portofhoodriver.com/\|BreezeBy accounts]] Set up an account and get an electronic sensor at the [[https://portofhoodriver.com/\|Port of Hood River office]] just west of the bridge in Hood River (or you can create an account online). There is sometimes a small delay between setting up an account and getting your sensor - so you may save time by setting it up online and either picking up your sensor when you get there or having it mailed to you.		* [[https://csc.portofhoodriver.com/\|BreezeBy accounts]] Set up an account and get an electronic sensor at the [[https://portofhoodriver.com/\|Port of Hood River office]] just west of the bridge in Hood River (or you can create an account online). There is sometimes a small delay between setting up an account and getting your sensor - so you may save time by setting it up online and either picking up your sensor when you get there or having it mailed to you.

Repair & Maintenance

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Lake Superior

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	* Chequamegon Bay		* Chequamegon Bay
-	* Washburn	+	* Washburn (the Coal Dock is next to Washburn Marina)****
-	* Coal Dock (next to Washburn Marina) - Friendly Valley Beach approx 7 miles (this goes around a point of land near Houghton Falls State Natural Area which makes the route going north or the reverse going south a bit of a "dog-leg")	+	* Coal Dock - Friendly Valley Beach approx 7 miles (this goes around a point of land near Houghton Falls State Natural Area which makes the route going north or the reverse going south a bit of a "dog-leg")
	* Coal Dock - Bono Creek (Public Boat Launch) 2.7 miles		* Coal Dock - Bono Creek (Public Boat Launch) 2.7 miles
	* Washburn - Ashland 5 miles [[https://youtu.be/lLR99PF3Z0w\|reverse video]]		* Washburn - Ashland 5 miles [[https://youtu.be/lLR99PF3Z0w\|reverse video]]

Surfski Brands\Manufacturers

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Wed, 20 May 2026 16:36:38 +0000

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	* [[https://www.reddit.com/r/Surfski/comments/ygy118/best_surfski_brand/?rdt=47716\|Comments from Kai Wa'a Fan]]		* [[https://www.reddit.com/r/Surfski/comments/ygy118/best_surfski_brand/?rdt=47716\|Comments from Kai Wa'a Fan]]
	* [[https://kirtonkayaks.co.uk/\|Kirton]] UK Spec skis and a special, extra strong version of the V8 (better for hard-core touring) that they are licensed by Epic to make.		* [[https://kirtonkayaks.co.uk/\|Kirton]] UK Spec skis and a special, extra strong version of the V8 (better for hard-core touring) that they are licensed by Epic to make.
-	* Now in partnership with Ocean Surfski also makes their own surfskis	+	* Now in partnership with [[https://oceansurfski.co.uk/\|Ocean Surfski]] to make their own surfskis
	* [[http://www.knysnaracingkayaks.com/surf-skis/\|Knysna Racing]] South Africa		* [[http://www.knysnaracingkayaks.com/surf-skis/\|Knysna Racing]] South Africa
	* They also have some kind of partnership with [[https://www.chargersurfcraft.com.au/\|Charger Surf Craft]] known for making spec skis in Australia.		* They also have some kind of partnership with [[https://www.chargersurfcraft.com.au/\|Charger Surf Craft]] known for making spec skis in Australia.
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	* [[https://www.facebook.com/oceansurfk\|Ocean Surf]] (facebook) Argentina - we have only found this facebook page for them. Contact them for their latest surfski specs.		* [[https://www.facebook.com/oceansurfk\|Ocean Surf]] (facebook) Argentina - we have only found this facebook page for them. Contact them for their latest surfski specs.
	* [[https://oceansurfski.co.uk/\|Ocean Surfski]] (formerly Epic Kayaks UK) Devon, UK, Epic&Fenn dealer.		* [[https://oceansurfski.co.uk/\|Ocean Surfski]] (formerly Epic Kayaks UK) Devon, UK, Epic&Fenn dealer.
-	* Now in partnership with Kirton also makes their own surfskis	+	* Now in partnership with [[https://kirtonkayaks.co.uk/\|Kirton]] to make their own surfskis
	* [[https://www.facebook.com/okreakayaks\|O'krea]] France - as of 2020 not manufacturing new surfskis		* [[https://www.facebook.com/okreakayaks\|O'krea]] France - as of 2020 not manufacturing new surfskis
	* [[https://www.caiaquesopium.com.br/home\|Opium]] Brazil		* [[https://www.caiaquesopium.com.br/home\|Opium]] Brazil

Local Paddling Conditions

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-	Before you paddle an unfamiliar run you should learn about the tides, currents, exit points, weather, dangers, and local safety responders. A website like this is typically not the best source for up-to-date information that is specifically local. So before you go out, check in with locals who know whereof they speak. If we get specific risk information we will include that in downwind run descriptions (where there are [[https://downwindable.com/\|downwindable.com]] and/or [[https://www.downwind.fun/\|downwind.fun]] links we hope you will find local safety issues described there). Many if not most downwind runs mentioned here have simply been found via videos which do not necessarily provide any relevant safety warnings.	+	Before you paddle an unfamiliar run you should learn about the tides, currents, exit points, weather, dangers, and local safety responders. A website like this is typically not the best source for up-to-date information that is specifically local. So before you go out, check in with locals who know whereof they speak. If we get specific risk information we will include that in downwind run descriptions (where there are [[https://downwindable.com/\|downwindable.com]] and/or [[https://www.downwind.fun/\|downwind.fun]] links we hope you will find local safety issues described there). Many if not most downwind runs mentioned on this wiki have simply been found via videos which do not necessarily provide any relevant safety warnings.

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Surfski Tables

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	\|[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/boost-x-s3/\|Boost X Triple]] \|Carbonology Sport \| 52 \| 20.5 \| 7.8 \| 25'7" \| 15 \|HPK3 ?? \|TRIPLE SEAT \|		\|[[https://www.carbonologysport.com/boost-x-s3/\|Boost X Triple]] \|Carbonology Sport \| 52 \| 20.5 \| 7.8 \| 25'7" \| 15 \|HPK3 ?? \|TRIPLE SEAT \|
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About Surfski.wiki

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Mon, 18 May 2026 17:00:11 +0000

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-	It is only natural that the creators of this wiki have //home town bias//. Bellingham waters and the Pacific Northwest are what we know the best. But surfski.wiki aspires to be an international surfski site, and it can only become more so if it adds the kind of detail about other great paddling locations that we have tried to provide about Bellingham and the local paddling waters that we are most at home in. Our first and foremost source of information has been our local paddler discussion group, [[https://groups.io/g/Whatcompaddlers\|Whatcom Paddlers]] (since 2004), which has provided a ton of worthwhile information, advice, and humor. Our wiki editors have also drawn a lot of content and many references from prominent surfski websites like [[https://www.surfski.info/\|surfski.info]], [[https://tcsurfski.com/\|tcsurfski]], and [[https://surfskiracing.org/blog/\|surfskiracing]] as well as from hundreds of online videos. We appreciate all of these rich resources but we believe the organization of information on the wiki also adds something valuable.	+	It is only natural that the creators of this wiki have //home town bias//. [[:bellingham\|Bellingham waters]] and the Pacific Northwest are what we know the best. But surfski.wiki aspires to be an international surfski site, and it can only become more so if it adds the kind of detail about other great paddling locations that we have tried to provide about [[:bellingham\|Bellingham]] and the local paddling waters that we are most at home in. Our first and foremost source of information has been our local paddler discussion group, [[https://groups.io/g/Whatcompaddlers\|Whatcom Paddlers]] (since 2004), which has provided a ton of worthwhile information, advice, and humor. Our wiki editors have also drawn a lot of content and many references from prominent surfski websites like [[https://www.surfski.info/\|surfski.info]], [[https://tcsurfski.com/\|tcsurfski]], and [[https://surfskiracing.org/blog/\|surfskiracing]] as well as from hundreds of online videos. We appreciate all of these rich resources but we believe the organization of information on the wiki also adds something valuable.

	In any event - please, when you have the time and inclination, [[surfskiwiki@gmail.com,dan@surfski.wiki\|send us some ]][[:terminology#beta\|beta]] about your favorite paddling locales. We hope this website will encourage surfskiers around the world to visit [[:bellingham\|Bellingham]] and [[:places_surfski\|other great places]] to paddle and meet the locals there who love this sport.		In any event - please, when you have the time and inclination, [[surfskiwiki@gmail.com,dan@surfski.wiki\|send us some ]][[:terminology#beta\|beta]] about your favorite paddling locales. We hope this website will encourage surfskiers around the world to visit [[:bellingham\|Bellingham]] and [[:places_surfski\|other great places]] to paddle and meet the locals there who love this sport.

Miller's Run

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Bellingham, WA (and nearby)

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-	Bellingham is not really known for surf because it is completely protected from ocean swell, but occassionally when there is very strong wind there can be some noticeable surf at Marine Park ([[https://youtu.be/XmEBifLrTIU\|video]]) or at the [[:bham_bay_launches#upper_bay\|north end of the bay]] at places like Squalicum Beach. A little farther away folks sometimes surf in Birch Bay and others report decent surf on the shore north of Gooseberry Pt. when large swell comes from the north down the Strait of Georgia.	+	Bellingham is not really known for surf because it is completely protected from ocean swell, but occasionally when there is very strong wind there can be some noticeable surf at Marine Park ([[https://youtu.be/XmEBifLrTIU\|video]]) or at the [[:bham_bay_launches#upper_bay\|north end of the bay]] at places like Squalicum Beach. A little farther away folks sometimes surf in Birch Bay and others report decent surf on the shore north of Gooseberry Pt. when large swell comes from the north down the Strait of Georgia.

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	* Some expert surfskiers theorize that some average surfskiers get large rudders and overuse them or rely on them too much, essentially reducing their stability or progress in surfing. Keep your mind open and keep experimenting - something to consider if a new rudder doesn't seem to deliver for you instantly.		* Some expert surfskiers theorize that some average surfskiers get large rudders and overuse them or rely on them too much, essentially reducing their stability or progress in surfing. Keep your mind open and keep experimenting - something to consider if a new rudder doesn't seem to deliver for you instantly.
	* [[https://tsunamirangers.com/2023/06/05/meet-the-rangers-dandy-downwind-don/\|Don's paddling background]]		* [[https://tsunamirangers.com/2023/06/05/meet-the-rangers-dandy-downwind-don/\|Don's paddling background]]
-	* [[https://www.orkapaddles.com/orka-products/rudders/\|Orka]] South Africa. On the main rudder page they say they need the rudder shaft measurement. On order page for specific rudders they ask for make and model of surfski. We do not know how many different brands/models they cover. You will have to ask about your specific surfski.	+	* [[https://orkapaddles.com/collections/paddling-accessories?sort_by=manual&filter.p.product_type=Rudders&filter.v.price.gte=&filter.v.price.lte=\|Orka]] South Africa. On the main rudder page they say they need the rudder shaft measurement. On order page for specific rudders they ask for make and model of surfski. We do not know how many different brands/models they cover. You will have to ask about your specific surfski.
	* DIY modification		* DIY modification
	* Shorter Rudder if you have a large rudder that is extra or one you don't particular like or use, you can experiment with making it a shorter rudder and possibly derive one that is faster for flat water but has more turning power than typical small/short rudders, because yours will have more surface area than a typical short rudder.		* Shorter Rudder if you have a large rudder that is extra or one you don't particular like or use, you can experiment with making it a shorter rudder and possibly derive one that is faster for flat water but has more turning power than typical small/short rudders, because yours will have more surface area than a typical short rudder.

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	* [[https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DhPJesCrq/\|2026 Calendar]] (Facebook)		* [[https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DhPJesCrq/\|2026 Calendar]] (Facebook)
	* [[https://oceanflight.com/pages/race-schedule\|Ocean Flight Version]]		* [[https://oceanflight.com/pages/race-schedule\|Ocean Flight Version]]
-	* [[https://pnw.paddlerace.org/index.html\|Paddle]]	+	* [[https://pnw.paddlerace.org/index.html\|Paddle Race]] (Mike Liddell)
	* [[http://pnworca.org/events/\|PNWORCA (Pac Northwest OC Assoc)]]		* [[http://pnworca.org/events/\|PNWORCA (Pac Northwest OC Assoc)]]
	* [[https://seattlecanoekayak.club/index.php?id=event-calendar\|Seattle Canoe and Kayak Club]]		* [[https://seattlecanoekayak.club/index.php?id=event-calendar\|Seattle Canoe and Kayak Club]]

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	* [[:nautical_charts\|]]		* [[:nautical_charts\|]]
-	* Water Quality **** [[https://www.theswimguide.org/find\|WQ Tests Map]]	+	* [[https://www.theswimguide.org/find\|Water Quality Tests Map]]
	* [[:safety_gear\|]]		* [[:safety_gear\|]]
	* [[:electronics#communication_devices\|Communication]]		* [[:electronics#communication_devices\|Communication]]

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	* [[https://www.swisscanoe.ch/de/disziplinen/surfski-and-marathon/swiss-paddle-cup\|Swiss Events (German)]]		* [[https://www.swisscanoe.ch/de/disziplinen/surfski-and-marathon/swiss-paddle-cup\|Swiss Events (German)]]
	* Cup Races (check the main cup links for additions/deletions/name changes of cup races - these are the races listed in 2026)		* Cup Races (check the main cup links for additions/deletions/name changes of cup races - these are the races listed in 2026)
-	* 3 May 2026 [[https://www.lakeside-opening.ch/en_GB/lakeside\|Lakeside Opening]] , Thun (18 km)	+	* 3 May 2026 [[https://www.lakeside-opening.ch/en_GB/lakeside\|Lakeside Opening]] , Thun (18 km)
-	* 10 May 2026 [[https://kcrj.ch/wenzel-trophy\|Wenceslas Trophy]], Rapperswil (22 km)	+	* 10 May 2026 [[https://kcrj.ch/wenzel-trophy\|Wenceslas Trophy]], Rapperswil (22 km) [[https://youtu.be/UCPylH3hR28\|2026 Race Start Video]]
	* 21 June 2026 [[https://thebigpaddle.ch/program/\|The Big Paddle]], Richterswil (18.5 km)		* 21 June 2026 [[https://thebigpaddle.ch/program/\|The Big Paddle]], Richterswil (18.5 km)
	* 12 July 2026 Molokai on Léman, Villeneuve (27 km)		* 12 July 2026 Molokai on Léman, Villeneuve (27 km)

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	* [[https://seatemperature.net/lakes/water-temp-in-lake-celilo\|Water Temperature at Lake Celilo (river above Dalles Dam) ]]		* [[https://seatemperature.net/lakes/water-temp-in-lake-celilo\|Water Temperature at Lake Celilo (river above Dalles Dam) ]]
		+	* Water Quality [[https://www.theswimguide.org/find\|WQ Tests Map]]
	* Immediate Forecasts from Knowledgeable Locals		* Immediate Forecasts from Knowledgeable Locals
	* [[https://thegorgeismygym.com/forecast/\|The Gorge is My Gym]] A good forecasting site for surfskiing the Gorge.		* [[https://thegorgeismygym.com/forecast/\|The Gorge is My Gym]] A good forecasting site for surfskiing the Gorge.
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	* Passenger Car - 2026 - $1.75 BreezeBy, $3.50 otherwise		* Passenger Car - 2026 - $1.75 BreezeBy, $3.50 otherwise
	* Bridge of the Gods (Cascade Locks) ([[https://www.portofcascadelocks.org/bridge-of-the-gods\|current rates online]] - all vehicle types, trailers, etc.)		* Bridge of the Gods (Cascade Locks) ([[https://www.portofcascadelocks.org/bridge-of-the-gods\|current rates online]] - all vehicle types, trailers, etc.)
-	* Passenger Car- 2026 - $3.00 pay as you go, $1.25 BreezeBy	+	* Passenger ****Car-**** 2026 - $3.00 pay as you go, $1.25 BreezeBy
	* [[https://csc.portofhoodriver.com/\|BreezeBy accounts]] Set up an account and get an electronic sensor at the [[https://portofhoodriver.com/\|Port of Hood River office]] just west of the bridge in Hood River (or you can create an account online). There is sometimes a small delay between setting up an account and getting your sensor - so you may save time by setting it up online and either picking up your sensor when you get there or having it mailed to you.		* [[https://csc.portofhoodriver.com/\|BreezeBy accounts]] Set up an account and get an electronic sensor at the [[https://portofhoodriver.com/\|Port of Hood River office]] just west of the bridge in Hood River (or you can create an account online). There is sometimes a small delay between setting up an account and getting your sensor - so you may save time by setting it up online and either picking up your sensor when you get there or having it mailed to you.