Road to Qajaq Man: Portage Race Day in Nuuk

Send us Fan MailThe Greenland National Kayaking Championships continue in Nuuk, and today’s Dubcast is packed with race analysis, interviews, and a look ahead to one of the most anticipated events of the week.Dubside recaps the grueling men’s 20–34 portage race, where all eyes were on the rivalry between brothers Ujarneq and Sinnii Tobiassen as the battle for Qajaq Man of the Year continued to unfold. He also discusses the emerging contenders, including a strong performance by Heine Biilmann, and reviews the developing story in the women’s competition The episode also features a conversation with Greenlandic competitor Mona Jensen, who reflects on returning to the National Championships after several years away. Now working as a carpenter in northern Greenland, Mona shares how an invitation from a mentor brought her back to competition, her hopes of building a kayak of her own, and what it means to once again race alongside Greenland’s best.Finally, Dubside looks ahead to Monday’s completion of the individual rolling competition. After delays left several competitors—including himself—still waiting for their turn, he faces an unexpected decision: which specially designed rolling kayak should he trust? With new rules encouraging ultra-low rear decks, Dubside examines the latest innovations in Greenland rolling kayak design and wonders whether the weather might spare him from competing—or force him into one of the most challenging events of the Championships.