VENUE
Cheltenham College Boathouse, Lower Lode Lane, Tewkesbury, Glos GL20 7DP.
10 minutes from M5 Junction 9.
SITE INFORMATION
It is a permanent building next to the River Severn, with toilet facilities.
Unlike many races there is no expensive charge for car parking on the site, GCC have paid for a licence to use it, this is included in your entry fee.
CLASSES
SINGLES 1,2,3 (12miles), 4,5,6 (8miles) 7,8,9 (4miles)
GEOFF SANDERS U14 2 miles
DOUBLES 2, 3,(12 miles) 4,5,6 (8 miles) 7, 8, 9 (4 miles)
ROUTES (subject to change)
Based on a 4 mile circuit. Divisions 1-6 will complete one 4 mile circuit, portage once through the site, then complete another 1 or 2 circuits as appropriate, just one portage. Disabled paddlers may avoid the portage with a time penalty, this must be stated when entering.
Keep river right unless directed otherwise and turn anti-clockwise.
RULES
To be run in accordance with current BC Marathon Rules. Starts may be merged if there are insufficient entries.
All competitors in 7,8,9, and GS must wear approved buoyancy aids. Those in classes above are recommended to but may choose not to do so at their own risk. Juniors in 1-6 must have prior written approval from their team leader.
Canoeing and Kayaking are ‘Assumed risk’- ‘Water contact sports’ may carry attendant risks. Participants should be aware of and accept these risks, and be responsible for their own action and involvement.
South West Regional Number Boards will be provided to be displayed vertically. Failure to return will result in a charge of £5.
All paddlers must wear club colours to score Hasler points.
Please inform the race organisers of any medical condition that may affect any paddler’s performance or put them at extra risk.
Competitors must render their craft sufficiently buoyant to remain afloat and support the crew’s weight in the event of a capsize
TIMINGS
Check In from 9.30a m. Check in closes 11.00.
Clubs are requested to send one representative to deal with payments (unless paid in advance) and collect number boards.
Briefings Geoff Sanders 10.45 Divisions 1-9 11.15
Starts Geoff Sanders 11.15
Divisions 7-9 11.45
Divisions 1-6 1.00
SUBJECT TO CHANGE EITHER BEFORE OR ON THE DAY.
ENTRY FEES (per seat)
Seniors £12 and Juniors £10, Geoff Sanders £5.
Late Entry Fee £3 (deadline 28th July 8pm)
Further discount for pre-payment, see below
All competitors in Divisons 1-6 will be required to show current BC membership card unless entered and verified by RACMAN system prior. Divisions 7-9 Seniors not members or unable to produce a membership card may purchase a day ticket for £5 (once per season)
Not required for Juniors racing for a registered racing club.
HAZARDS
Motorised craft, fishermen, swans, overhanging trees, some high banks.
PRIZES
First 3 places in all classes with 4 or more entries, first 2 places for classes with 3 entries, winner only with one or two entries.
REFRESHMENTS
Will be provided free of charge for competitors after the event. Hot and cold food and drinks will be available for sale for competitors and supporters before and after races. Half price hot drinks with own mug.
ENTRY DETAILS
By GB Canoe Marathon Racing Entry System
Advance entries discounted payment direct by bank transfer to the following account
Gloucester Canoe Club Race 77 – 64 – 99 01393168
(certain banks especially Halifax/Lloyds seem to have trouble matching the account details with account name)
Advance entries that are paid by bank transfer direct to this account by 27th July 11pm will receive a £1 discount per seat making the entry fee £11 or £9. Advance entry payments after this remain at £12 or £10.
If paying in advance please try and pay for all entries that are on the same booking reference (7***) together and use this as the reference on the payment, otherwise use the email racing@gloucestercanoeclub.co.uk with full confirmation details of name club divison etc, and also use this address for general enquiries.
If paying on the day please bring the correct money.
Geoff Sanders are £5 regardless, no late entry surcharge or pre-entry discount.
COVID GUIDANCE
If you have recently tested positive or have Covid 19 symptoms please do not enter the site.