Puakea Designs Wild Buffalo Race,

About the event

Puakea Designs Wild Buffalo Race—an iconic event in the paddling world that represents not only the endurance of athletes but the deep connection between land, sea, and culture.

This race, crossing 32 miles of beautiful Pacific waters between Catalina Island and Newport Beach, is more than just a competition; it’s a celebration of ohana, teamwork, and the spirit of adventure. It is an opportunity for paddlers from all walks of life to come together, share stories, and challenge themselves across the channel. 

Why should you sponsor?

Why Partner with Puakea Designs?

1. Sharing Aloha: At Puakea Designs, we do everything with the spirit of aloha. Sponsoring us for this year’s Wild Buffalo Race will bring your brand into the spotlight of a vibrant, ever-growing paddling community that values connection, respect, and perseverance.

2. Increased Visibility & Engagement: This race draws attention from paddling enthusiasts, sports lovers, and communities who care deeply about the ocean and our shared environment and have a strong sense of adventure and determination. Through opportunities like uniform branding, social media collaborations, race-day banners, and more, your brand will be seen and embraced by an audience that truly resonates with the values you represent.

3. Brand Alignment: Our values of dedication, environmental stewardship, and community-building are perfectly aligned with Waterboy. This partnership would reinforce your brand’s commitment to health, adventure, and the environment.

4. Supporting a Growing Sport: Outrigger canoe paddling is already a popular community worldwide and is constantly growing, with young paddlers jumping on the scene. Sponsoring this event is an opportunity to position your brand as a key supporter of this growing community and an advocate for outdoor and athletic activities.

Sponsorship with Aloha

We attached our sponsor packet and are offering several sponsorship levels, each infused with opportunities to create meaningful connections between your brand and the paddling ohana. From Title sponsorship to unique moments during the event, we are eager to work together to design a partnership that speaks to your values and vision.

Kelly Schwartz

Southern California and Hawaii innovative canoe paddling business

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