Race
Rules:
1.
The race is for K1
canoes which conform in all ways to CSA specifications. Racing rules
are those of CSA as well as the local rules applicable on the day.
K2 entries are also accepted.
2.
All advertising must be
in accordance with CSA rules.
3.
The race committee’s
decision will be final & the club, or the committee, accepts no
responsibility for any loss, damage, injury, or death resulting from
the race. The race committee has the authority to cancel the race or
change the venue should conditions justify it, and to enforce the
wearing of helmets and life jackets. Their decision will be final.
In the event of the race being cancelled, no refunds will be made.
The organisers warn that details are subject to change at short
notice subject to conditions.
4.
Competitors must obey
all instructions from the race marshals. Failure to do so will
result in disqualification.
Race Information
When, Where & Course
Day
1
– Saturday 27th February 2010, 9h00 Start at Castleburn
bridge to Swartberg bridge 26km, there are no compulsory portages.
Day
2
– Sunday 28th February 2010, 7h00 Start at Swartbridge Bridge to
Hopewell farm, 39km. Depending on water conditions certain
weirs/rapids may be made compulsory portages.
In
the event of a low level start the course will change. See website
for river map & details www.drak.co.za
Registration
Registration, race info & goody bags/T shirts at Underberg School on
Friday, 26th February from 14h00 to 21h00. Paddlers who
do not register on Friday must go straight to start of the race and
will be checked in at the boat pounds. Goody bags must then be
collected at Underberg School on Saturday 27th Feb between 18h00 to
20h00 only.
Goody bags/T shirts cannot be collected on Sunday
Where to stay
Camping (first come ,first served basis)at Underberg School, payable
at entrance. Adults R60, Children (under 13) R30. Gates will open at
9h00 on Friday 26th February.
Hostel accommodation
available, R100 per person (all ages) incl breakfast (bacon egg roll
,coffee or tea). Bookings & enquiries to:
upsoffice@telkomsa.net
or fax to 086 6951093
For all other
accommodation see our website
www.drak.co.za
Meals
Underberg School will provide meals as follows:
Friday night from 18h00 to 21h00; Saturday morning from
06h00 to 9h00
Saturday lunch/dinner from 11h00 onwards; Sunday morning
from 5h30 to 8h00
Saturday Night Party
Marquee at Underberg School 18h00 till late. Live music, cash bar &
food available. Loads of prizes including lucky draw for K1 kayak &
DSTV package. You have to be there in person to win.
Prize-giving
This will take place at Race finish on Hopewell farm at 13h00.
Prizes predominantly for K1 paddlers. Centurion prizes (top 100
K1’s) at 12h00. Lucky draw for K1 at end of prize-giving (you have
to be there to win). Race momento for all finishers.
General enquiries:
Richard Jardine
committee@drak.co.za
