31 08, 2020

2020 Catalina Classic

August 31st, 2020|

Greetings Paddlers, Today, August 30th, would have been the 41st Catalina Classic Paddleboard Race… an epic & traditional paddleboard race of world class paddlers that race 32 miles of open water from the Isthmus on Catalina Island to the Manhattan Beach Pier.  Unfortunately, 2020 was the first time in 38 years, due to circumstances beyond our control we were forced to officially cancel the race.  If the race could have been permitted & safely executed, we would have held it…especially knowing that it would offer encouragement, hope, and a healthy goal for all those struggling to make sense during these challenging times.  However, between the importance of standing in solidarity and showing respect for our first responders and the reality that the County made it abundantly clear that no event permits would be issued, we had no choice but to cancel this year’s race. Apparently some individuals chose to paddle the channel anyway and created an unsanctioned event of their own. We want to make it perfectly clear that the “official” Catalina Classic Race organizers did NOT condone or have anything to do with this event. It's our hope that the non-permitted actions of these paddlers won’t jeopardize the future of our County “sanctioned” permitted race in 2021. We want you to know that we’re all anxious to be back next August, stronger than ever , creating the 2021 Catalina Classic , dedicated to Paramedic & Rescue Boat Captain, and all around great human, Steve Troeger .  Stay healthy, keep paddling….watch out for one another. Yours in paddling, Buddy

3 06, 2020

CATALINA CLASSIC PADDLEBOARD RACE 2020 CANCELLED

June 3rd, 2020|

6/2/20 UPDATE: The 2020 Catalina Classic Paddleboard Race has been CANCELLED due to COVID-19. We tried our best to make the Catalina Classic Paddleboard race happen this year, but we’re unable to obtain the necessary permits. It's a huge disappointment for all of us to cancel for the first time in 38 years! Stay strong during these challenging times and be good to one another.We'll post updates about 2021 as it feels relevant. Keep paddling and we hope to see you racing in next year’s race, August 29, 2021!

25 05, 2020

2020 REGISTRATION UPDATE

May 25th, 2020|

Race Map 1957 MAY 24, 2020 RACE UPDATE: We continue to be challenged by Covid-19 and are still hoping it may be possible to open race registration for the Catalina Classic by July 1st, 2020. There are many factors that will determine the fate of our race for this year. It is still unclear if we will be able to obtain the necessary County permits. We are committed to running the race if we can ensure that it can be done in a responsible and safe manner. Please be patient in knowing that the Catalina Classic Directors are working on solutions with your best interest in mind. KEEP PADDLING….KEEP YOUR DISTANCE…. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES.