Rock Solid and focused - Chuck Patterson racing to the finish line!

Gerry Lopez Battle of the Paddle – The most exciting Stand Up Paddle Race in history!

• Chuck Patterson won the Elite Race – he was a madman fighting against some of the best stand up paddleboarders in the world, and a gusting, strong wind – he won the first place prize of $10,000!
• Later, a party and awards ceremony at the Surfing Heritage Foundation made for a great celebration.
• For more information on the Battle of the Paddle go to rainbowsandals.com/BattleOfThePaddle

Check out the photos & interviews here:

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Interview with Gerry Lopez after the event

Drew Ready for the Battle

Gene "Tarzan" Smith with his inspiration in tow

Kyle Mochizuki relaxing before the big race

Hawaiian Prayer Ceremony before the races

Christian OBrien heading out for the open race

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Maria’s interview with Women’s Elite Race Winner Jenny Kalmbach!

Drew coming across the finish line

Maria with participant Mike Mourie

Drew and Ekolu

Brad and Wendy Rambo

Kyle running across the finish line!

Studette Wendy finished the race!

Maria and Gerry Lopez at the Surfing Heritge After Party

Matt, Julie, Maria and Drew at SHF party

Maria and Jennie Kalmbach, winner of ladies elite race!

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Drew charging Puerto Escondido. Video shot by Mike Levy

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