The #R2AK race kicked off from Victoria's inner harbour on Wednesday. I got some photos... and a sunburn (oops!)

These entrants - including at least one stand-up paddleboard paddler - will be racing 750 miles to Alaska. First one to arrive wins a prize. Second to arrive wins ... steak knives.

#r2ak2026 #yyj #victoriaBC #boats #sailing
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