
Fish Hoek, South Africa
Seadog Paddle Series Opener Fish Hoek 2026
Friday-night False Bay racing that has never been cancelled since 2009.
Registration Open
Back to DiscoverJanuary False Bay chop under the lights of Fish Hoek beach.
Fish Hoek, South Africa Friday 8 January 2027
Why you might love it
A mid-season Seadog night — short, social, and a perfect Cape summer paddle habit.
Who this suits
Getting ready
Mid-season Seadog Friday at Fish Hoek: the same never-cancelled evening coastal race format across surfski, SUP, prone and kayak. Series registration remains open; enter on the day before 17:30 for 18:00 start.
In your Race Year
A achievable January chapter — build the months before it around getting there ready.
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