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:
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