Great Stone Dam Classic

Race Report

Narrow River Race II 2022 Summary

Unfortunately, our usual correspondent was unable to attend the Narrow River Race II. Race director Tim Dwyer was kind enough to submit a report of his own… The Fall edition of the 8 mile Narrow River Race in South Kingston, RI had some notable similarities and differences vs the Spring edition. Similarities were the flat […]

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Great Stone Dam Classic 2022 Summary

For the last few years, the Great Stone Dam Classic (GSDC) has drawn some of New England’s largest surfski fields, despite being a flatwater race. This past Sunday was no exception, as 26 kayaks (the vast majority surfskis) competed on the Merrimack River alongside canoes and SUPs. Co-directors Francisco Urena and Shawn Burke, in concert […]

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Great Stone Dam Classic Summary

Although the Great Stone Dam Classic is held on the relatively placid waters of the Merrimack River, it never fails to attract a robust field of surfskis – the largest in New England for 2021. This past Sunday, 30 skis (along with assorted other kayaks, canoes, and SUPs) met at the Abe Bashara Boathouse for […]

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