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2012 Pa’a Moloka’i Solo Video

May 09, 2012

One week to go before the close of the 2012 OC-1 Season. And to get you through the rest of the week... here's Makana Denton's rendition of the 2012 Moloka'i Solo.

Moloka'i Solo

April 20, 2012

Congratulations to Team Kamanu paddler Jimmy Austin for setting a new record in the Pa'a Moloka'i Solo World Championships. With 2010 World Champion Danny Ching in 4th and race organizer Manny Kulukulu'alani right on his heels in 5th, it was a great day for the Team Kamanu guys. However, there are still a lot of races to go before we can officially call the 2012 season pau. Tomorrow is the Kaua'i World Challenge (top Kamanu teams to watch out for will be Jimmy/Danny, Manny/Alfred, and Kelly/Mael), next weekend is Maui to Moloka'i, after that is the Moloka'i relay, and after that will be the 'Olukai Ho'olaulea. Check out our Facebook page for continuous race day updates for all the upcoming races.

Here's a short teaser video of the solo:

2nd Generation Pueo

April 01, 2012

After years of observation, months of computer aided iteration, and about 18 seconds of on the water testing-- we are proud to announce the completion of the 2nd generation Pueo. Using state of the art mold-less solid foam core technology and bondo highlights, we're able to bring the weight down to a meager 30 pounds.

• April 2nd Edit-- Sorry guys, we couldn't resist posting that on April Fools. The 2nd generation Pueo is still undergoing extensive ocean trials. But we are planning to begin production in July. Hopefully you enjoyed our lighthearted video insight into the design process of our newest canoe.

Virtual Phone Update

March 09, 2012

Once again we've fulfilled a very tardy promise.

If you've called Kamanu Composites on our published number (808-228-8609) within the last year and a half, you probably went straight to voicemail. While we did our best to return every call, we weren't always perfect. Because of that, our phone system has been the perennial weak link in our mission to provide the world's best customer service.

To remedy that, over the last 18 months a small team of overqualified and underpaid telephonecologists have been working around the clock with only the occasional piece of bread and coffee to sustain them.* And they've finally cracked the magic code. Call us at 808-228-8609 and you will be connected to a virtual phone system which will then direct your call to the Kamanu representative that can best serve you.

Today marks the official end of un-returned voicemails.

*That was a large embellishment. The real reason it took so long is too complicated and boring to explain.

Dedication

February 29, 2012

And the crazy paddling dedication award of 2012 goes to.... our Japan Rep, Mr Kenny Kaneko.

Next time you're tired and don't want to paddle, watch this video for inspiration.