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About - 2005 Malfunction - 2006 Malfunction - 2007 Malfunction - 2008 Malfunction - Merchandise
HONOLUA Stand Up Paddle
The Hawaiian Stand Up Paddle style of surfing, which originated with the old Beach Boys of Waikiki who learned that they could better teach the tourists and take their photos if they could use their surfboards like a platform. By using a paddle they were able to move about more freely and easily, with minimal effort. With the number of surfers growing exponentially around the earth's coasts and shores, the 'fun'-damentals are being revisited. Advancements in materials and design, and the added benefits of time and experience have opened up a whole new door of possibility. Today, the rest of the world is catching on to an idea Hawaiians have long-understood: that you don't have to limit the way you have fun to one means of taking to the water.
This year through the generosity of Honolua Surf Co. the Stand Up Paddle division offers a prize purse of $1,000
1st $500
2nd $300
3rd $200
Media Release
Hyundai Malfunction Honours SUP
Guy Walker
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Michael Di Betta |
Nickname: Mick Stance: Natural How many boards: 2 SUP, 2 longboards, 3 towboards, 2 foil boards, 1 Waimea Gun, 1 Twin Fin 5 Shortboards, 2 Paddleboards Length range: 4'10 - 18' Shaper: C4 Waterman, Dennis Pang Sponsors: Quiksilver, C4 Waterman, Kaenon Sunglasses Years Surfing: 24 How did you start surfing: Too long ago to remember. Years surfing competitively: Not really a competitive surfer, just the odd contest. Competition strategy: Have fun. Career highlight: Winning the Molokai Paddle Board race. Ambitions: Stay fit & healthy, keep surfing and find new craft to ride. Main surf breaks: Alley, Burleigh, Sunset Favourite surf break: Alley, Burleigh, Sunset People you surf with the most: My beautiful girlfriend Shakira Occupation: Lifeguard Other interests: Paddling & fishing Surfing heroes: Any old ripper over 60. Favourite food: Mexican Favourite moves: Tubes
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Shakira Westdorp |
Nickname: Shak Stance: Goofy How many boards: 1 SUP, 1 longboard, 1 twin fin, 2 paddleboards, 1 Waimea gun, 5 shortboards, 2 tow boards Length range: 5'4 - 15' Shaper: C4 Waterman, Leethal Industries, Chris Garrett Sponsors: C4 Waterman, Kaenon Sunglasses Years Surfing: 8 How did you start surfing: Dad Years surfing competitively: Have not really done too many contests. Just the odd one here & there. Competition strategy: Get 2 sick waves Career highlight: Winning Molokai Paddleboard race 2007. Surfing 15'-18' Waimea Ambitions: Catch the biggest wave ever ridden by a female. Main surf breaks: Alley, Burleigh Favourite surf break: Alley, Burleigh, Sunset & Ulus People you surf with the most: My boyfriend Mick Occupation: Lifeguard Other interests: Paddling & fishing Surfing heroes: Luke Egan & Jamie Mitchell Favourite food: Thai Favourite moves: Layback stay back ha ha. Sick roundhouse cutbacks on the SUP and everything else, tubes.
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