Tewkesbury Hasler

This has become the biggest race in the South West Region, last year we had entries from 30 different clubs from 7 regions around the country

UPDATE 25 JULY

Pre - entries have closed with 170 paddlers entered.

We will accept entries on the day but you must arrive at check in by 10am and the late entry fee has increased from £3 to £5.

Please bring cash and proof of PUK membership.

NEW LOCATION – PLEASE READ

We were let down by our previous venue so have had to find an alternative at quite short notice. What we have now is as good if not better as before but please bear in mind this is the first time at a new location, so please help us to ensure we are invited back.

It is essential that all competitors and supporters have read and understood the site information, Team leaders entering for others are required to confirm this is the case.

VENUE
Haw Bridge Inn, Tirley, Gloucester GL19 4HJ.

Follow Satnav but be aware that if coming from the Gloucester direction you may be directed off the A38 through Norton and some narrow lanes, please take extra care, if in a large vehicle or with a trailer please consider carrying on up the A38 to the B4213
 
SITE INFORMATION

It’s a pub! We are the guests of Ellie the landlady who is very supportive of us running the race there. Ellie is very relaxed but there are a few rules and guidance everyone needs to follow please. Ellie has asked us to make a donation to the local Air Ambulance, if you you like to add to this there will be a collecting bucket at the Refreshment area.

DOGS

Dogs are not allowed on any part of the pub site, either inside the pub or on any of the pub grounds behind. If you must have a dog with you (ie you are away for the weekend) dogs must be kept in the car parking area which is in a neighbouring field, or on the public highway. Anyone with a dog on the pub grounds will be asked to leave.

TOILETS

We are able to use the pub toilets which will be available from 9am, either accessed by an external door or via the bar area. Please try to avoid using the toilets if you are wet and muddy, if necessary there is a single external toilet we can access, please ask someone else to come and speak to Race Control to get the information. There is also a shower available for emergencies.

PARKING

Please follow signs directions and marshals for parking in an adjoining field. Please do not park on the roadway or in the pub car park itself.  There is another event being held at the other end of the large field.

FOOD AND DRINK

The pub does not serve food so we are able to provide our usual range of hot food, burgers, hot dogs, bacon rolls, cakes Tea and Coffee etc. The pub will be open for drinks.

CHECK IN

Located at the rear of the pub, there is a limited grassed area nearby for boats immediately before and after races.

 
CLASSES

SINGLES   1,2,3 (12miles), 4,5,6 (8miles) 7,8,9 (4miles)

GEOFF SANDERS U14 2 miles. Please make sure your young people can comfortably paddle the distance of 2 miles.

DOUBLES  2, 3,(12 miles) 4,5,6 (8 miles)  7, 8, 9 (4 miles) 

Rigid SUPs and Surf Skis are welcomed.

 
ROUTES
Two circuits, a 2 mile circuit upstream of the bridge and a 4 mile circuit downstream of the bridge with a portage.

All starts are upstream and all finishes are downstream. Keep river right unless directed otherwise and turn anti-clockwise.

2 miles 1 x 2 mile circuit

4 miles 1 x 2 mile circuit, turn round the bridge, 1 x 2 mile circuit.

8 miles 1x 2 mile circuit, pass through bridge, 1 x 4 mile circuit, pass through bridge, 1 x 2 mile circuit

12 miles 1 x 2mile circuit, pass through bridge, 1 x 4 mile circuit, turn round the bridge, 1x 4 mile circuit, pass through the bridge, 1 x 2 mile circuit.

PORTAGE

8 miles one portage, 12 miles 2 portages.

The portage is off site and it is a beach portage both in and out. It is after the bottom turn of the 4 mile circuit, so is upstream.

It is located at Wainlodes Cliff next to The Red Lion pub, GL2 9LW. It can be accessed by road for spectators, please take as few cars as possible, and by competitors beforehand to inspect en route to the site. It is about 5 minutes drive away. Please park considerately. Please do not disturb any protective fencing that may have been erected.

A paddle past for the portage is available, please request this beforehand.

You MUST attend the relevant briefing for important portage information regarding potential obstructions in the water in the vicinity of the portage

  
RULES
To be run in accordance with current PUK  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.                                                 Competitors must stop and offer assistance to other paddlers in the event of capsize or other issue.
 
TIMINGS.  SUBJECT TO CHANGE EITHER BEFORE OR ON THE DAY.

Check In      from 9.00a m. Check in closes 11.00
Clubs are requested to send one representative to collect number boards.
 
Briefings           Geoff Sanders      10.15                                            

                         Divisions 7-9       10.35                                                                                                         

                          Divisions 1-6       11.40

Starts          Geoff  Sanders                     10.30      
                   Divisions  7-9 ,                      11.20
                   Divisions  1-6                        12.40
 

 
ENTRY FEES (per seat)
Seniors £13 and Juniors £11,   Geoff Sanders £5. 
Late Entry Fee £3 from 23th July 11.59 pm. Entries close 25th July 9am
All competitors in Divisons 1-6 will be required to show current  PUK membership card unless entered and verified by Race Entry System system prior. Divisions 7-9 not BC members are required to be registered club associates, this needs to be done well in advance!
 
HAZARDS
Motorised craft, fishermen, swans, overhanging trees, some high banks.            Access to the water is by a floating pontoon which is accessed by a non slip but quite steep gangway.
 
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.  Bacon rolls from 8.30am

Half price hot drinks with own mug. Cash or card accepted.
 
 
ENTRY DETAILS
By GB Canoe Marathon Racing Entry System. Payment by Stripe

https://gloucestercanoeclub.org/