Pacific Dragons Dragon Boat & Outrigger Canoe Club

⏰ THE TICK-TOCK IS REAL: Final hours to register for The Iron Cup! ⏰
The countdown is officially on. Online registrations for Race 2 of the PaddleNSW Harbour Series close TOMORROW (Thursday, 16th July) at 5:59 PM sharp!

If you haven't locked in your spot for this Sunday at Frenchmans Bay, this is your official final warning call. There are absolutely no registrations on race day, so do not let the clock run out on you!

👉 REGISTER NOW: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=425748

🛠️ Mid-Week Prep Checklist:
While you finish your registration, make sure you're getting your gear sorted:

📱 Webscorer App: Download it tonight! Live GPS tracking via your phone is mandatory for this race so we can coordinate safely with the Port Authority near the shipping channel.

✉️ Waterproof Case: Dig out your waterproof phone case or a trusty heavy-duty ziplock bag.

🧢 High-Vis Gear: Ensure you have your high-vis cap and storm whistle ready to go.

Registrations closing Thursday!!! Don’t miss out on this beautiful race venue!

Don't wait until the last minute! Registrations close this Thursday, 16th July 2026 at 5:59 PM.

👉 Secure your spot https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=425748

The final race direction will be confirmed by the Race Director on Thursday evening based on conditions, but here is the blueprint you need to know:

Short Course (7km): 1 Lap.
Long Course (14km): 2 Laps.

Visit https://nsw.paddle.org.au/2026-hr-race-2-iron-cup for details

If anyone is training single craft at the moment, chasing a PB or just want to race your friends, register now for the Harbour Racing Series, Race 2, the Iron Cup hosted by PDs!
7km and 14km options available!
Register now: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=425748
Tag your friends!!!

🌊 Are you ready to tackle The Iron Cup? 🌊
The 2026 PaddleNSW Harbour Racing Series is heading to the iconic waters of La Perouse on Sunday, July 19! Hosted by the Pacific Dragons, this is your chance to test your grit, chase the swell, and compete against the best paddlers around. From SUPs and single skis to doubles and OC6s, there’s a course and a wave for everyone.

⚠️ Important Details You Need to Know:
🛡️ Safety Essentials: Life jackets and leg leashes are strictly mandatory.
📱 Tracking Requirement: To comply with Maritime regulations, ALL paddlers must use the free Webscorer Tracking App on their phones during the race.
👥 Team Entries: Both paddlers in a Double and ALL paddlers in larger craft must register individually!

Registrations close strictly on Thursday, July 16 at 5:59 PM. Don’t miss out on an epic morning on Botany Bay!

👇 Lock in your spot on the starting line here:
🔗 https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=425748

🌴 Hamilton Island 42km Change Race Results 🌴

What a day on the water!

Massive congratulations to both Pacific Dragons crews who took on the challenging 42km Change Race yesterday. It was a tough but fantastic course, with Hamilton Island serving up just about every weather condition possible. With 61 crews on the start line and strong competition across all divisions, it made for an epic day of racing.

👏 Senior Master Men (Reunion) - 9
• 13th crew across the line
• 6th in division
• Time: 3:46:32.1

🥇 Mixed Open - 10
• 15th crew across the line
• 1st in division
• 1st mixed crew over the line
• Time: 3:48:20.3

One of the highlights of the day was the battle between our two crews. After 42 kilometres of racing, there was only 1 minute 50 seconds separating them at the finish! We swapped positions multiple times throughout the race, trading blows all the way around the course.

Close racing, great sportsmanship, and plenty of fun on the water.

Congratulations to everyone who paddled, steered, supported, and cheered from shore and back home. That’s what outrigger racing is all about! 🤙

🌴 Hamilton Island Around the Island OC6 Race – 16km Results 🌴

A huge congratulations to our crews who took on the iconic 16km Around the Island OC6 race at Hamilton Island today. Racing against some of the best crews from around Australia and beyond, with over 40 crews at the start line in each race. Our paddlers delivered some outstanding performances on the water.

👏Women UNL
• 12th crew across the finish line
• 5th Open Women Division (1st NSW crew)

🥉 Men Reunion
• 14th crew across the finish line
• 3rd Senior Master Men Division

💪 Men UNL
• 15th crew across the finish line
• 5th Open Men Division

Fantastic efforts from all paddlers, steerers and supporters. The Hamilton Island course always delivers a challenging mix of conditions, and every crew represented the club with determination, teamwork and pride.

Congratulations everyone on a great day of racing, and good luck for our Mixed UNL crew and Men’s Reunion Crew 42km changes race on Sunday with an expected 52 crews on the start line! 🚣‍♀️🚣‍♂️🌺

🌴🚣‍♂️ What a start to the Hamilton Island Outrigger Cup! Huge congratulations to all Pacific Dragons paddlers who powered through Day 1, taking on tough conditions and a highly competitive field with determination and grit. 🔥🐉

8km Race
🥇 Michelle Hone – 6th across the line and 1st in category
🥈 Sean Yap – 5th across the line and 2nd in category
👏 Elizabeth Arnold – 23rd across the line and 8th in category

16km Race
🥇 Stephen McCormack – 25th across the line and 1st in category
🥈 Gavin Godfrey – 26th across the line and 2nd in category
👏 Dino Chai – 49th across the line and 10th in category

💥 Outstanding results across the board:
🏆 Two category champions
🥈 Two category runner-up finishes

We couldn’t be prouder of the commitment, preparation, and fighting spirit shown by every paddler representing the club. The hard work is paying off!

Good luck in the remaining races—keep charging, Pacific Dragons! 🔥🐉🌊
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