No Aussies Have paddled across the English Channel only swam it.
Laird Hamilton and Buzzy Kerbox Paddled across the English Channel on 18ft Prone Paddleboards I believe it was in the late 80’s
CHARITY PADDLE ACROSS THE ENGLISH CHANNEL Five hardy surfers are raising funds for Surf Relief UK, one of the country’s leading surfing charities by paddling surfboards across the English Channel. Weather permitting the first attempt will be made on Monday 27th September. This is the first time a team of individuals have attempted a cross channel surfboard paddle for charity. This is the first time a team of individuals have attempted a cross channel surfboard paddle for charity
The surfers will set off from Dover attempting to paddle the 26miles to the north coast of France. Given the tidal movement and channel currents experts estimate the actual length of the paddle will be 30miles - a 6-7hour challenge for those taking part. The paddlers are being provided with specialized 12ft Bennett Paddle Boards kindly donated by Aqua Sport International, and supported by a number of Sponsors including Big Blue Surf School, Christian Surfers UK, Thanet Leisure force, Orbit and Woodys Surf Ammunition.
The aim of the paddle is to raise £5000 for the Charity’s Surfable project. This project provides disabled children and young people with surfing experiences through a network of surf schools across the UK . The money raised will give 600 children a unique and often life changing experience. Reflecting the charity’s aim to provide these lessons in all corners of the country the team is made up from representatives from Cornwall to Kent.
