The Cairns Beaches Outrigger Club is one of a number local region outrigger clubs, that for the convenience of local residents, serves the Cairns city and local beaches areas.We have about 40 members of various ages and physical capabilities and aim to have fun, keep fit, and encourage everyone to compete in local regional gatherings or further afield.
Outriggers come in various sizes from individual up to six persons. The club competes in regional events with our own boats, or head further afield, and compete in borrowed or rented boats.
We organize social events to add to the fun, learn more about the sport, and develop lasting friendships, and good teamwork.
Some members frequently paddle other types or craft such as kayaks, surf skis, canoes etc, as paddling is paddling, and outrigger skills readily transfer to other craft.
Club boats are conveniently stored close to the water for quick and easy launching. And that allows busy members to paddle in mornings or evenings, before or after work.
In any event, the tropical sunrises and sunsets are often spectacular, and the heat of the day can be avoided.