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Stand up paddle boarders, kayakers, and waveskis (a sit-on-top surfboard of sorts) descend on Steamer Lane and Cowells to show the surfers a thing or two about creative wave riding at the three-day Santa Cruz Paddlefest. Elite paddlers test their mettle at the legendary break, racking up points by throwing down dynamic carves, cartwheels, and loops. The event culminates in a Sunday afternoon showdown at Steamers.
Grab a spot on west cliff to check out the scene.
West Cliff Drive from Steamer Lane to Cowells Beach, Santa Cruz. 7am-5pm. Free to Watch. Register online. Google Map.
Photo by Santa Cruz Paddlefest.











