Another first, at least for Ft. Lauderdale. A rough three mile Standup chase into the Intracoastal Waterway starting and finishing at Coconuts by the Hall Of Fame. Nice turn out and good race. It is a part of the Hobie Standup Paddleboard Series organized by Liquid Surf & Sail, Tiki Beach and an army of volunteers. Lots more images to come but for now here's some ...
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The start, finish off Coconuts and turning point in front of Lauderdale Yacht Club
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Lined up and ready to go!
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Paddling out hard from the start
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Heading south in front of Bahia Mar, Pier 66 in the distance
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Being in the lead is no picnic
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But it can be scenic
A complete write up with more photos on the event to follow soon!