What is the great appeal of solo outrigger canoes?
Fundamentally it provides the paddler with freedom to be their own boss much like any other solo paddle sport. Transportability via car roof rack and the ability to paddle when you want, where you want, gives you the chance to train at hours that suit you and an opportunity to improve your paddling technique. The other important factor is the speed at which even a beginner can take to the craft and quickly find themselves paddling in an ocean environment, without the fear of entrapment that can occur with sit inside kayaks and without the inherent instability problems of a surf ski/kayak. This is making it a very popular choice for individuals wanting to take up paddling on the ocean who live in an area where the sport is practiced. As race venues expand and manufacturers vary the nature of solo outrigger canoes they manufacture, the sport is sure to continue growing at a rapid rate. It is currently estimated that the solo outrigger division is the fastest growing paddle sport in Hawai
