The last competition of the 'Watertech Surf Kayaks' Irish league was held in Clare in December in offshore conditions and blue skies. The swell height dictated a beach break competition and even though the conditions were a little tricky there was some great rides to be had.
It brings to an end what was a highly competitive year and a first for Ireland - a manufacture sponsored league. Through the year we had big turn outs for comps and for fun events and the first International Waveski Competition for years. We had some cancelled events for lack of waves but when we did get surf we’ve had some of the best surf conditions anyone can remember stretching from Cork to Sligo.
Marty McCann took the overall waveski title for 2008 while there were two brand new boats from Watertech Kayaks as prizes in the kayak division making the stakes even higher. The Speedy for best overall was won by Chris Hobson after two wins and a finals position. While the Lucifer for best new comer went to Conor Bredin.
Special Congratulations to Chris Hobson Overall Winner of the Watertech League (short boat) and Conor Bredin Best Newcomer. Congratulations too to Marty Mc Cann overall winner of the Waveski category.
Thanks very much to everyone for coming along to Clare for a very cold comp, particularly those who made the long trip from the North. Despite the cold start we had fantastic conditions, clear bright sunny skies, big surf and a good atmosphere. If anyone has photos of video footage to share just let me know.
