OABI DETROIT

Fri. Aug 12, 2016 at 10:00am - Sun. Aug 14, 2016 at 4:00pm EDT
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RACE & PADDLERAMA SALES ARE NOW CLOSED.  YOU CAN PURCHASE RACE & PADDLERAMA TICKETS ON-SITE AT THE EVENT ON SATURDAY STARTING AT 8:30 AM.  


Paddlerama door price - $50


Race door price - $75


OABI is Detroit's biggest music & paddle festival, featuring:  craft beer, food trucks, lifestyle vendors & local artisans on the shores of the Detroit River at Belle Isle Beach!  Stay tuned for the 2016 OABI music lineup!


The Opportunity Detroit OABI, the acronym for "Once Around Belle Isle," is the ultimate test of stamina as paddleboards, kayaks, and surfskis race around the 7-mile natural and non buoyed Belle Isle course through the international waters of the Detroit River.  What started as an underground race in 2012 has quickly turned into an annual Midwest paddle destination, drawing recreational and professional competitors from around the country and boasts an exciting melding of surf culture in an unexpected urban beach setting.


For those who feel they aren't quite ready for 7-miles, we are offering a 2.5-mile rec race.


OABI features a newbie friendly Moosejaw Paddlerama - your chance to hone your sup/kayak skills, demo new boards and boats, and try out the latest paddle gear and accessories.


For more info, visit www.oabidetroit.com | RSVP on Facebook


Beginning February 1, 2015, the Recreation Passport is required on all passenger vehicles for entry to Belle Isle Park.


Pedestrians, bicyclists and those using public transportation can enter the park for free and do not need the passport.  For more info please visit the Michigan DNR






WHAT TICKET IS BEST FOR ME?


Beach Party Ticket


($15 adv / $25 day of)


"I'm there for the party, I don't want to paddle, I love music, beer, the beach, and a sunny day in Detroit!"


Moosejaw Paddlerama Ticket


($30 Early Bird / $40 Advance / $50 Day of) - Available online until 8/11/16 at 4 PM


"I would like to try and paddle, or I've done it before a little bit and want to learn more!"


Includes:



  • Two 45 minute classes

  • Beach party access with music, craft beer, food trucks, and vendors


Rec Race Ticket


($50 Advance / $75 Day of) - Available online until 8/11/16 at 4 PM


"I paddle and want to race, but 7-miles is too much for me!"


Includes:



  • Exclusive racer t-shirt

  • Racer gift bag

  • Exclusive access to the Marley Beverage Hospitality Lounge

  • Beach Party access with music, craft beer, food trucks, and vendors 


Opportunity Detroit Race Ticket


($40 Early Bird / $50 Advance / $75 Day of) - Available online until 8/11/16 at 4 PM


"I paddle all the time, I consider myself an experienced paddler and I want to test my skills!"


Includes:



  • Exclusive racer t-shirt

  • Racer gift bag

  • Exclusive access to the Marley Beverage Hospitality Lounge

  • Beach Party access with music, craft beer, food trucks, and vendors


Kids 12 and under are free!




Check out last years OABI Race Re-Cap video





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Belle Isle State Park Beach East Jefferson and East Grand Blvd
Detroit, MI 48207
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