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One of the most grueling Surfski races in the World. 52km of Ocean Kayaking around Cape Point, Cape Town, South Africa
Race dates 19/20 December 2026

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CPC Qualifier #1
What a great morning for a great paddle for athletes preparing for the @capepointchallenge coming up in just under 2 months! Thank you to @robmousleyphotography for these incredible shots 📸 See you at the next one here at FHBSC 8 November 💥

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The next few months are going to be a bit of an adventure.

First stop is Hong Kong for the Dragon Run on 7 November 🇭🇰

From there, it’s over to Australia for race week 🇦🇺 Three races and hopefully some very good downwinds, starting with the Downwind International on the 19th, The Doctor on the 21st and finishing with the Fenn West Coast Downwinder on the 28th.

Then it’s back home to South Africa 🇿🇦 and straight into a completely different kind of racing. Lifesaving World Champs in PE from 7–13 December, before finishing off the year with one of my favourites, the Cape Point Challenge on 19 December.

Quite a bit of travelling, a lot of racing and hopefully plenty of good downwinds along the way 🌊

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Looking ahead: 2026 Cape Point Challenge 🌊

One of the things keeping me motivated through the winter graft is the 2026 Cape Point Challenge on 19–20 December.

CPC is a special race. Gruelling, honest, and the kind of event that forces you to dig deep when things get tough. I haven't missed one since 2021, and it's become a tradition that I hope to continue for many years to come.

As summer starts to edge closer, it's always something to look forward to: weekends spent chasing qualifiers, testing nutrition and fueling strategies, and spending long hours on the ocean. There's something special about preparing for a race that takes you through some of the wildest and most beautiful stretches of coastline in the world.

For now, it's back to the winter work. December will be here before we know it.

Thanks to the sponsors that power the dream:
@nvdbattorneys
@epickayaks
@sendithuge
@mockepaddling

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🛟SAFETY FIRST
Whether you are a beginner or advanced paddler, there are always the non-negotiables when it comes to safety on the water! In addition to these essentials, always remember to:
🗣️ Tell someone that you are going to paddle and how long you expect to be
☀️ Give yourself enough time to complete your paddle before dark
👕 Wear enough layers, especially during the winter months!
✅ Ensure your craft is in good condition

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🌊Happy World Ocean Day!🌊
Today we get to celebrate the ocean that brings our community together. Unforgettable days on the water is at the heart of everything we do at Fishhoek Beach Sports Club! What do you love most about the ocean? 🩵
#worldoceanday #fishhoek #protectouroceans

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That feeling when you get to the finish line with your paddling partner!
Feeling good and proud of the grind. Hard work paid off 🥉🔥

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The process 🔪 & what it’s all about 🍣

Little last minute shore dive the other day at Cape Point with a client & fellow instructor. Didn’t see any Tail but managed to bump into two beautiful & curious cow sharks along with some butterfish dinner 🍽️

Stunning scenes driving to and from & something special about diving in such a wild, beautiful area ⛰️ what a way to spend a morning.

Thanks to @kitchensamurai_ & Jonathan for the beautiful Japanese Deba knife. A knife specifically evolved for processing fish. A tool fitting for any spear fisherman’s arsenal.
#spearfishing #spearfish #sushi #fish fillet

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Last one of 2025! 3rd at @capepointchallenge
Really happy with my results from last season, first year racing the big boys💪🏻
Big thank you to my sponsors for all of the support and help to chase after my dreams!
@euro_steel_sport
@fennkayaks
@braca_paddles
@eurosteelsa

And of course a huge thank you to the coach for all the hard work to get the job done @coach.david.larsen

Looking forward to 2026!

📷@david.j.sullivan @christyshrimpton

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#16 and it was a special one. Glad to be back again to take on the challenge.

Great conditions, good racing and a fitting tip of the cap to someone who poured so much of themselves into this race.

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Cape Point Challenge 2025🌊🔥
One of the toughest one-day paddles on the race calendar. A race that doesn’t just test you — it breaks you and rebuilds you.

An honest, raw day on the water. Little assistance. Heavy surf. Relentless conditions. The final race of the season, and I knew there was only one option: empty the tank🥵

There is nothing and I mean nothing like crossing that finish line after 53km of pure grit. That surreal moment when you finally reach the Point and paddle around it… it’s something I’ll never forget. Grateful beyond words to experience that feeling 🫶🏼

Happy to take 1st in Mixed Doubles 🥇 and even more stoked to place 3rd Overall in Doubles against some strong combinations with this absolute legend, Zach 💪🏼 Thanks for pulling me around the Point😂

Thank you to my sponsors @euro_steel_sport @carbonologysport @scienceinsport_southafrica and everyone who has supported my journey thus far💙

So grateful for the opportunities, the people, and the places this year has taken me. Now it’s time for a short reset before the 2026 season kicks off.

Excited for what’s coming…
This is only the beginning ❤️‍🔥

📸 @barbaracolephotography

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