Sponsored as a community service by Bank of Hawaii . In 1991 Bank of Hawaii commissioned two fiberglass canoes.
Paddlers rotate positions in open-ocean exchanges as the race progresses across the channel.
A record 95 teams participated in 1995. Over 100 crews are expected on the line this year. October 8, 1989. Spectators are invited to come to Fort DeRussy Beach to participate in the colorful finish. An awards ceremony is held on the beach at approximately 3 pm on race day.