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SEA Paddle NYC: Donna and Mark Raaphorst from Maui Seek Our Support

Suzie — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 07:54:54 +0000

Aloha, I’d like to introduce to you two of our Maui, SUP Ohana members of the community and good friends. Mark and Donna Raaphorst are asking for our support as I’m learning more and more about the tragic effect autism has on children and their families. The need to educate and support this cause is great. Learn more about how you can support our friends in their journey to paddle 26 miles in New York this summer.

Mark and Donna

“Dear Friends and Family,

Autism affects 1 in 150 children. Donna and I both have friends and family whose children are autistic. Maybe you do too. These individuals are faced with huge challenges every day, but with a good support system these challenges can be faced with some comfort and even joy.

Next month we will be participating in an event that raises money to assist individuals and family members touched by this disorder. The funds we help raise will go to a variety of foundations focused on education for the children, family support and research that will hopefully lead to a cure.

The event is the SEAPaddleNYC and it takes place on August 12th 2011. Time is short now so we are graciously asking you to act soon by making a contribution of any amount to this cause. We understand well that the current economy is putting a strain on many of us. However, we are asking that if there is any contribution that you are able to make to help us reach our goal, we would greatly appreciate it. More importantly, the recipients of the foundation’s gifts will be touched by your generosity.

The SEAPaddleNYC is a 26.5 mile paddle around Manhattan we will do on our own stand up boards flown in from Hawaii. The paddle is expected to take between 7-8 hours. In order to participate we are required to raise a minimum of $1000.00 each but would like to increase that minimum to at least $1500.00 each for a combined donation of $3000.00.

The route:

The links below will take you directly to our pledge pages where you can make a contribution.
To find out more about the event and the foundations that will benefit simply click on the green logo in the upper left corner that will lead you to the home page.

Mark’s pledge page:

https://seapaddlenyc.dojiggy.com/pledge/index.cfm?585F2208177875137035215F407C050E7800037E

Donna’s pledge page:

https://seapaddlenyc.dojiggy.com/pledge/index.cfm?585F2208007E787B74650147515B357A050A09710B7B

If you are able to make a contribution please follow the links above. Also, if you know others who might be interested in making a contribution please feel free to forward this email to them.

With gratitude,

Mark & Donna Raaphorst

155 Hohani Pl.
Haiku HI 96708
(808) 463-4656

Good luck Mark and Donna! I’m sure you’ll get there and represent. Suzie

Maui Third Annual OluKai Ho’olaule’a a Huge Success Event Wrap Up & Race Results

Suzie — Sun, 22 May 2011 20:23:14 +0000

The Third Annual OluKai Ho’olaule’a proved to be a tremendous success and an event that will for sure be even bigger and bigger in the years to come. I had the pleasure of working with the OluKai Premium Footwear crew in particular Matthew Murasko from Maui, and the fine team that arrived from the mainland. In addition to the SUP and OC1 races, this year’s venue was extra special with the new division offered as the “Ohana Fun Paddle” that captured over 100 participants before the big races. ( More event highlights here )

Ohana Fun Paddle Start - Photo provided by Ocean Paddler TV

This alone was an event within the event as folks from as young as 12 years old up to 75 years young got to experience a 3 mile down wind, non-competitive paddle. Prone paddlers, OC1s and stand up paddlers launched from the Paia Bay Youth & Cultural Center and arrived to at the life guard tower at Kanaha. I anticipate this number to double for next year! ( photos coming soon!!)

With about 210 plus participants the SUP Race broke some records from last year and many of the recognized names dominated. The trades were nearing about 15 knots and there was small wind swell which offered very close finishing times. The grueling run on the beach just after paddling your brains out for 8 miles made it for an exciting spectator finish! We’re begging for a shorter run!??!

May 14, 2011 – OluKai Ho’olaule’a SUP Race, Top 20 Overall:

Place	Time	No.	Fname	Lname	Division
1	0:49:01	191	Kai	Bartlett	Elite Men
2	0:49:18	98	Livio	Menelau	Elite Men
3	0:51:39	205	Ekolu	Kalama	Elite Men
4	0:52:31	113	Mark	Raaphorst	Elite Men
5	0:53:11	118	Jeremy	Riggs	Elite Men
6	0:55:07	206	Campbel	Farrell	REC Men 30 – 39
7	0:55:24	129	Zane	Schweitzer	Elite Men
8	0:55:35	8	Amir	Arbel	REC Men 30 – 39
9	0:55:42	100	Andrea	Moller	Elite Women
10	0:56:06	128	Michi	Schweiger	SUP14 Men 40 – 49
11	0:56:30	97	Junya	McGurn	REC Men 40 – 49
12	0:58:07	184	Greg	Pavao	SUP14 Men 40 – 49
13	0:58:20	53	Masao	Fukayama	Elite Men
14	0:58:32	138	Ron	St.John	REC Men 50 & Over
15	0:58:44	139	Brian	Stockdale	Elite Men
16	0:58:55	46	Jack	Dyson	REC Men 50 & Over
17	0:59:13	13	Travis	Baptiste	SUP14 Men 17 & Under
18	0:59:16	105	Eddie	Ogata	SUP14 Men 40 – 49
19	0:59:25	55	Talia	Gangini	Elite Women
20	0:59:40	20	Devin	Blish	Elite Women

Complete Results…

May 15, 2011 – OluKai Ho’olaule’a OC1 Race, Top 20 Overall:

Place	No.	Fname	Lname	Division	Time
1	5	Jimmy	Austin	Elite Men	47:36.5
2	78	Manny	Kulukulualani	Elite Men	48:06.4
3	89	Karel Jr.	Tresnak	Elite Men	48:30.3
4	13	Mael	Carey	Elite Men	48:45.2
5	79	Kai	Bartlett	Elite Men	48:56.2
6	80	Felipe	Gomes	Elite Men	49:14.6
7	77	Kaeo O Kalani	Abbey	Elite Men	49:31.2
8	94	Tyson	Kubo	Men 40 – 49	50:07.4
9	88	Kekoa	Cramer	Men 30 – 39	50:18.2
10	68	Kawika	Williams	Men 50 & Over	51:11.1
11	67	Asa	Ward	Men 19 – 29	51:33.3
12	27	Jb	Guard	Men 30 – 39	51:43.8
13	44	Chad	Lima	Men 30 – 39	52:01.1
14	22	Rory	Frampton	Men 40 – 49	52:11.1
15	83	Gregy	Pavao	Men 40 – 49	52:43.6
16	90	Andrea	Moller	Elite Women	53:15.4
17	93	Ekolu	Kalama	Elite Men	53:23.7
18	81	Biggie	Lara	Men 50 & Over	53:33.8
19	54	Lee	Moyers	Elite Men	53:54.3
20	41	Keith	Keahi	Men 30 – 39	54:01.2

Complete Results…

The luau that followed after the SUP races on Saturday was simply over the top. During the musical performance by Paula Fuga, as now becoming tradition; a helicopter hovered over and dropped thousands of plumeria showering the crowd. The hula dancing and the award ceremony that followed which made for a complete day! Yours truly got 1st place in the women’s 14ft age division! Whew hoo!

On Monday, after all the excitement The OluKai crew and staff headed deep up into the Honokawai Valley, where they spent the day learning and working the land to help stabilize the rich cultural resources to honor those before us.

This event brought a new meaning in celebrating the ocean and one that will continue to grow and grow. The Magic of Maliko will now resonate in more hearts than ever as we gather again next year in ohana and ocean adventure.

Mahalo OluKai for making this event even more memorable than the last and bringing to Maui the spirit of giving back.

Suzie Cooney http://www.suzietrainsmaui.com

To learn more about OluKai go to: http://www.olukai.com/AboutOlukai.aspx Also check back to here to learn about the Ho’olaule’a soon to air nation wide on and NBC sports broadcast. Check back for date and details

Mormaii Maui Channel Crossing to Molokai Stand Up Paddle Race Results July 11 2010

Suzie — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 07:09:15 +0000

Congrats to all the finishers and entrants on an exciting and inspiring 27 crossing!

Mormaii – Pailolo Channel Crossing – Standups

Here are some pre race photos taken by Maui Photographer, Simone Reddingius:

Pre Race Maui to Molokai

Entering Honolua Bay

The Start Honolua Bay

Overall Finishers

Place	No.	Fname	Lname	Fname 2	Lname 2	Sex	Division	Time
1	1	Connor	Baxter			M	ELITE MEN	3:29:02
2	100	Connor	Baxter			M	UNL M01-19	3:29:03
3	11	Ekolu	Kalama			M	ELITE MEN	3:30:08
4	9	David	Kalama			M	ELITE MEN	3:32:25
5	4	Livio	Menelau			M	ELITE MEN	3:32:58
6	10	Mark	Raaptionst			M	ELITE MEN	3:37:17
7	5	Scott	Trudon			M	ELITE MEN	3:42:20
8	204	Andew	Mc Gurn	Jerry	Bell	M	UNL TEAM MEN	3:44:01
9	2	Jeremy	Riggs			M	ELITE MEN	3:44:08
10	3	Andrea	Moller			F	ELITE WOMEN	3:53:20
11	6	Bart	De Zwart			M	ELITE MEN	3:56:59
12	202	Yves	Bouwens	Scott	Blish	M	UNL TEAM MEN	3:58:44
13	103	Amir	Arbel			M	UNL M30-39	3:59:04
14	102	Phil	Cregory			M	UNL M40-49	4:01:57
15	8	Courtenay	Gray			M	ELITE MEN	4:02:29
16	101	Kolaiah	Jardine			M	UNL M30-39	4:03:17
17	13	Kaeo O Kalani	Clark			M	ELITE MEN	4:07:37
18	203	Devin	Blish	Jack	Dyson	M	UNL TEAM MEN	4:08:52
19	12	Zane	Schweitzer			M	ELITE MEN	4:13:05
20	105	Zane	Schweitzer			M	UNL M01-19	4:13:05
21	201	Randy	Strome	Chantalle	Strome	M	UNL TEAM MEN	4:26:28
22	222	Donna	Raaphorst	Jennifer	Raaphorst	F	UNL TEAM WOMEN	4:33:24
23	7	Frananda	Ometti			F	ELITE WOMEN	4:49:04
24	200	King	Look			M	UNL TEAM MEN	5:21:01

Results by Pacific Sport Events and Timing
www.pseresults.com http://pseresults.com/events/230/results

These atheletes are in amazing shape and train hard to compete in an event like this. Time on the water, focus, discipline, cross-training and fine tuning each stroke is what it takes. Core training, strength training and being well hydrated and knowing your body’s limits and when you can push it, also help in an excellent time result.

As a SUP enthusiast, athlete, and fitness specialist I’ve seen the transformations of how specific exercises that include upper body endurance, core training as well as balance training definitely make a difference in one’s performance.

Don’t forget to call Kelly Moore of Moore Water Time to get you to down the coast faster and enjoy a cool ride. Kelly, I heard you had a full van for this race!

If I can help you enjoy stand up paddling more, lean you out, or condition your body to pass your competitor at the next event, email me or call me.

Suzie Cooney, CPT
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Maui’s Elite Fitness Specialist