Ocean Race – Sun 25th Jan

The popular Ocean Race Series returns to Victor Harbor

This is not an MCC-SA event. It is an open ocean race run over a marathon distance.

On water support is provided by SLSA & the Victor Harbor & Goolwa Sea Rescue Squadron.

 

Sunday 25th January

 

The race will run from the Bluff to Port Elliot (NB Course may be shortened if conditions not suitable).

Surf skis, Ocean racers, sit on tops and sea kayaks are all welcome.

Info and registration fees are available from www.encounter.paddle.org.au

 

Course detail

Start on water from the Bluff (Hooter Start Race starter from IRB

Start  in water in a line, around first buoy, paddle to destination.

Finish in finishing flag, give name and race number to finish recorder.

 

Water cover & proficiencies

All competitors must adhere to the organizerÕs safety requirements and limits of the course, these will be supplied to you through early, registration and at the briefing.

 

Racing Shirts

Due to water safety cover and support competitors are required to wear yellow racing shirts (available at registration). These can be used all series, these can be purchase pre-race at registration.

 

Race participants are required to wear or place on their craft a suitable PFD 2 Lifejackets or PFD or rescue tube attached to you and the craft.

 

Registration on the day at the marshalling table:

A form will need to be filled out, PFD or rescue tube will also be needed to be sighted before racing.

 

If you need an early registration form please email: steve@paddlesportssa.com.au

 

All competitors must be 16 or over Under18 competitors must produce guardian approval.

All competitors must wear high visibility tops. If you are a first time competitor and don’t have one, these will be available at registration for $ 40.00.

Sea kayak and outrigger paddlers must wear life jackets. Ski paddlers may secure a rescue tube to their ski in lieu of a PFD.

Contact

steve@paddlesportssa.com.au

Steve Dalton

mobile; 0404 501 738

 

Program

Registration:

8:30 – 9:10

Yilki, Encounter Bay

Race briefing :

9:20

Franklin Parade

Scrutineering and launch :

9:30

Franklin Parade

Race start :

10:00

Bluff Jetty

Race fee :

$40.00

race fee & water cover donation