Sponsors

FLORENCE is proud to be the official outfitter of the 2024 Molokai 2 Oahu Paddleboard World Championships. The crossing of the Ka’iwi Channel has long been a milestone achievement for watermen the world over, and it’s a privilege to help support the continuation of this time-honored tradition. Founded by 2X World Champion Surfer, Olympian & Former Molokai Competitor John Florence, FLORENCE is focused on creating utilitarian equipment for harsh coastal conditions. With a focus on sun protection, endurance and in-water performance, FLORENCE is dedicated to providing competitors with elite gear to traverse oceans.

Austin Ai is a premier data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence consultancy dedicated to helping clients solve real problems with data and modeling. In contrast to SaaS vendors, we create custom solutions for clients using best-of-breed components which are often open-source. This drastically reduces cost and increases effectiveness. Typical use cases include automation of back-office processes, predictive analytics, and many more. In addition, our Succinctly GenAI platform – which is FREE for up to 1000 users – provides many chatbot and large language model solutions out of the box. We look forward to providing M2O with data support and driving innovation for the race. Good luck to all the athletes this summer.

Oceans Prone Paddling, based in Southern California, is founded by two passionate paddlers dedicated to growing the sport and making it accessible to everyone. Kurt Fry and DJ Wilson focus on getting more people out on the water through board rentals, all the gear, and the guidance to get you on the water. The mission is simple: remove barriers, build community, and help more athletes discover the challenge and freedom of paddling. We’re proud to support the events like the M2O and wish all the athletes a great event. See you on the water.

Sun Bum® is a lifestyle company that creates a wide range of premium sun care, hair care and lip care products. Founded in 2010, in Cocoa Beach, Florida, the brand was created by a group of friends who wanted products for themselves and their families that reflected the essence, aesthetic, and socially conscious vibe of their small beach community. While the company has grown, they haven’t changed. They make products the way they like them and hope you like them, too. Learn more at sunbum.com.

Lanikai Brewing Company was founded in Hawaiʻi with a simple mission: create Island Inspired™ craft beverages that celebrate the flavors, culture, and spirit of the islands. Since 2014, every beer and spirit has incorporated at least one locally sourced ingredient, creating a uniquely Hawaiian experience in every sip. From award-winning craft beers to innovative spirits, Lanikai Brewing remains committed to supporting local agriculture, community, and adventure. Lanikai Brewing is proud to support the paddling community and wishes all athletes a safe and successful crossing.

Spartan is an extreme wellness platform helping humans become unbreakable. Spartans are spirited and courageous. The M20-Spartan partnership will add paddleboarding, one of the world’s fastest-growing sports, to Spartan’s expansive global “tough fitness” portfolio. The shared goals are to drive and support M2O’s return to racing and advance Spartan’s mission to change 100 million lives. Spartan is proud to bring this epic bucket-list event, known as the world’s Super Bowl of paddling, to a new audience of athletes. We’re excited to work with M2O to grow their global reach and offer the Spartan community another opportunity to step out of their comfort zones and get on the water.

The soul of Hammers+Legends is rooted in our team, the clubs and communities we work with, and the collaborative brands, who put trust in us. Our relentless pursuit of using the highest-quality fabrics, leading with innovation in design, and making the best technical paddle sportswear is our passion. This commitment is in every panel we cut, every inch of thread we stitch, and every solution we put into our clothing. It is our mission to bring you the best, bar none. Good Luck Athletes!

We are powered by a passion for foiling. Dedicated to creating top of the line foils, boards, and wings through innovative design, and meticulous engineering. Armstrong products deliver an unparalleled experience for foilers worldwide. Armstrong Foils are designed in New Zealand and manufactured using advanced composite materials to ensure strength, lightness, and performance. After years of competing and testing equipment in the channel we are excited to support the FOIL division of the M2O this summer.

Salt and Air Studios, led by award-winning filmmaker Michael Prickett, brings cinematic artistry and expertise to our event. With years of experience capturing stories above and below the water, Michael and his team specialize in creating stunning, high-impact content that resonates. From dramatic aerial footage to intimate, character-centric moments, Salt and Air transforms experiences into powerful visual stories.