Pete Marlin

Pete Marlin 2026

31 Oct - 1 Nov

 

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Typical Border hospitality

Typical Border hospitality

Two days of awesome surfski paddling

2 days of awesome paddling

Take a walk on the Wild Side

Take a walk on the Wild Side

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2025 Singles Photos
2025 Doubles Photos
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2026 Entries Are Open
The journey to the 2026 Pete Marlin Surfski Race and SA Champs – doubles and singles – has begun with entries now open for one...
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2025 Singles Pics
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Andy at the double at Pete Marlin
EAST LONDON – World-renowned marathon canoeist, Andy Birkett, proved to be double trouble for his rivals at the Biogen Pete Marlin Surfski Race weekend in...
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Winners come from near and far
EAST LONDON – The Biogen Pete Marlin Surfski Race attracts paddlers from near and far, and that was reflected in the tight battles for the...
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Can Bester be bested
EAST LONDON – A sprinkling of recently-crowned world champions will be battling for more glory at one of the country's most popular events, the Biogen...
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2026 Videos

SPONSORS: Thank You

Big thank you to the key partners and supporters who make the Pete Marlin possible each year.

WORLD’S BEST: A potent field will line up for the 2026 Pete Marlin

Some of the world’s best surfski paddlers will be on the start line of the 2026 event

SHIRTS: Last chance for a free shirt

The deadline is Monday, September 21 for a free race shirt.


Early Birds win big

Race Director Charl Van Wyk with some advice on catching the early bird at the Pete Marlin and SA Champs.


2025 Course Briefing: Safety Officer

Duncan Boyd, the Biogen Pete Marlin Surfski Race safety officer takes you through the course options.