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Biogen Pete Marlin Surfski Race Singles 2026
East London downwind glory in honour of Pete Marlin.
East London (Nahoon), South Africa Saturday 31 October 2026
Why you might love it
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One of SA's premier ocean paddle weekends — world-class downwind racing with serious prize money and a hometown welcome.
Who this suits
Experienced ocean surfski paddlers with open-ocean proficiency.
Getting ready
Preparation
East London's iconic Biogen Pete Marlin Surfski Race singles day (Saturday 31 October 2026): SA S1 champs flavour with courses of roughly 17–23 km depending on wind, hosted by Border Canoe Club. Entries open via Paddle Sport South Africa portal; PSA membership and open-ocean proficiency required. Pre-race registration Friday at Nahoon EL Surf Lifesaving Club.
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