EVENT

WHAT:
This is a wind powered challenge to get from Maui across the infamous Pailolo Channel (Molokai Express). All proceeds benefit the Youth In Motion Charity.

Entry fee covers:

  • Race Rash Guard
  • Rescue
  • Luau and after party
  • Ferry Passage back
  • Container space over and back
  • Camping is available
  • Hotel space is limited

WHEN:
Saturday Aug 30 at 10:30 am start
We estimate arriving on Molokai at or before 3pm
Party starts at 3pm, Luau at 7pm
Most stay the night and ride the next day
The last ferry leaves Molokai at 4:00 pm

WHERE:
Two buoys off Embasy Suites Hotels on Maui’s upper west side will mark the starting line.
We race to Kaunakakai Harbor, Molokai approximately 30 miles (as the kiter tacks). To accommodate non-riders, the Ferry to Molokai will alter it’s course to follow the race.

WHO:
The Challenge is open to anyone who wants to participate. We strongly recommend that participants train in distance riding, self exits, and have the techniques required to make it from a wind shadow to the wind line. With that said, rescue teams are in place.

Teams of two or more are recommended.

REGISTRATION:
Registration has begun and is open now until Aug 10th 2008

Cost Schedule:

Jan 1st to April 31st $100
May 1st to July 31th $135
Aug 1st to Aug 10th $150

Register online, or mail registration and make checks out to: Youth In Motion and mail them to:
Youth In Motion
PO Box 1236,
Kaunakakai, Hi 96748


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