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Outrigger Canoe Crew — Hawaiian T-Shirt

Six paddles, one heartbeat — the wa'a carries the spirit of Hawai'i forward.

The Story Behind Outrigger Canoe Crew

The outrigger canoe — wa'a in Hawaiian — is more than a vessel; it is the living legacy of Polynesian voyagers who navigated thousands of miles of open ocean using only the stars, swells, and wind. Paddling a wa'a demands total synchrony from the crew: every stroke, every breath, every call of "hut" echoes the discipline of the ancestors.

Today, outrigger canoe paddling thrives across Hawai'i as a competitive sport and a cultural revival, with clubs on every island celebrating the tradition that made these islands home. This shirt honors every paddler who has felt the hull lift and fly across the water, driven by the collective strength of the crew and the mana of those who paddled before them.

Product Details

• Style: Gildan 5000 Adult Heavy Cotton, unisex fit
• Material: 100% preshrunk cotton (heather colors contain polyester)
• Print: Direct-to-garment, color-fast, soft-hand feel
• Fit: Classic unisex — true to size, room to move
• Made on demand: Printed and shipped from a U.S. fulfillment center

Size Guide

Please check the size chart below before ordering — measurements are in inches and centimeters.

Care

Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry low. Do not iron directly on the print. Treat it gently and it will outlast the suntan.

Mahalo

Every order helps keep a small Native Hawaiian-owned business alive in Kailua-Kona. Whether you're bringing home a memory of the islands or wearing your kūpuna's spirit close, mahalo nui loa for your support.