Welcome to New York Outrigger!

New York Outrigger is Manhattan Island's first outrigger canoe club. We are a volunteer-driven, non-profit educational organization committed to providing the safe environment, instruction, equipment, and camaraderie needed to enjoy the sport of outrigger canoeing.

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NYO wins 3rd place!

Monday, January 11th, 2010

New York Outrigger has won 3rd place in the East Coast Outrigger Racing Association point series for the 2009 season. The club is honored and pleased to have placed in the top three and will use this as motivation to a strong 2010 season.
Congratulations to Roger Crossland as well for his third place finish in […]

9/5: Kent Island Relays

Tuesday, September 8th, 2009

Congratulations to the New York Outrigger mixed team for a fantastic Kent Island relay race! It was a gorgeous clear day on Chesapeake Bay, great visibility to the horizon across open water. Our crew ultimately did not medal, but each member paddled their hearts out, and we had some sizzling split times that rivaled even […]

NYO in Time Out New York

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

The free novice program organized by New York Outrigger at the Pier 66 Boathouse was listed as a recommended Staycation in the latest issue of Time Out New York. Come experience a little bit of Hawaii and Polynesian Culture against the backdrop of the Manhattan skyline in the Hudson River. Classes are held most Saturday […]

8/8: Strong Showing at Milford OC-1 Races

Monday, August 10th, 2009

New York Outrigger had a strong showing at the East Coast Outrigger Racing Association OC-1 Championship Races in Milford, Connecticut. Every one of our paddlers who entered made the medal stands in their category. For many, this was their first OC-1 race ever. Congratulations to all those who participated and special thanks to the organizers […]

6/27: Liberty World Outrigger Competition

Friday, June 26th, 2009

New York Outrigger is gearing up for the Liberty World Outrigger Competition tomorrow.
Crews have mostly arrived from around the globe to participate in tomorrow’s race. Join our Twitter site at twitter.com/nyoliberty to follow the race in realtime with crew standings sent to your computer or mobile device.

NYO on NY1

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

NY1: Paddlers take to the Hudson River

New York Outrigger and the Hudson River Park had a segment on NY1 inviting the public to come experience the City alongside and on the Hudson River. Whether you are a watersport athlete or just looking to try something new, you are welcome to join us at the Pier […]

NYO’09 Season

Tuesday, April 21st, 2009

The weather is warming up and we’re almost ready to get back on the water. Refurbished boats, growing membership, new leadership, continued excellence in our Liberty Race, our popular Novice program…2009 is going to be one of our best seasons yet.
The Boats
Both of our boats were completely refurbished over the winter. Better, cleaner, faster…the boats […]

MAHALO! Annual NYO Fundraiser, 12.6, 6-9pm

Monday, November 10th, 2008

Thanks to everyone who made this event a success! Thanks to everyone who lent their time in helping before, during and after the event. Thanks to all who donated and showed up and to those who donated even though they couldn’t show up. Although we didn’t sell many paintings this year, some […]

NYO at the ECORA Championships

Monday, August 4th, 2008

New York Outrigger participated in the ECORA OC-1 and OC-2 Championships held in Milford, Connecticut on August 2nd, 2008. Sponsored by the East Coast Outrigger Racing Association in conjunction with Hawaiian Outriggers East and Eyecatcher Hawaii, the annual 8-mile race in Long Island Sound was a blast even with inclement weather looming in the skies.
Congratulations […]

NYO at Blackburn Challenge

Tuesday, July 15th, 2008

Blackburn Challenge this year turned out to be a gorgeous 19-mile race. The NYO OC-6 crew held a strong lead from the start to place 4th overall (2nd in mixed) with a time of ~3:19. The NYO OC-2 crew placed 2nd overall.
New York Outrigger would like to thank Boston Outrigger for being such gracious […]

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