B. Stortford Winter Series marathon
Date: 5 November 2017
Schedule:
10:00 - Check-in opens
11:30 - Race Briefing
12:00 - Start
15:00 - Prize-giving
Distances:
Classes 1-4 - 7 miles - 6 portages
Classes 6-12 - 5 miles - 3 portages
Classes 15-21 - 3 miles - 1 portage
Schedule:
10:00 - Check-in opens
11:30 - Race Briefing
12:00 - Start
15:00 - Prize-giving
Distances:
Classes 1-4 - 7 miles - 6 portages
Classes 6-12 - 5 miles - 3 portages
Classes 15-21 - 3 miles - 1 portage
STOP PRESS (4/11/2017 12:26):
DUE TO HEAVY RAIN TODAY THE USE OF THE FIELD FOR PARKING REMAINS UNDER REVIEW - WE EXPECT TO HAVE PARKING FOR EVERYONE BUT PLEASE ASSIST US BY CAR SHARING WHERE POSSIBLE
DUE TO HEAVY RAIN TODAY THE USE OF THE FIELD FOR PARKING REMAINS UNDER REVIEW - WE EXPECT TO HAVE PARKING FOR EVERYONE BUT PLEASE ASSIST US BY CAR SHARING WHERE POSSIBLE
Course map:
Course Records:
The present courses have been in use since 2006 - download the list of course records.
The present courses have been in use since 2006 - download the list of course records.
Portaging:
When portaging, paddlers in the u14s/u12s classes (15/16/21) must get out at the main landing stage & not enter Southmill Lock.
As stated in the Winter Series Rules, paddlers may receive assistance at portages if they need it (typically u14s/u12s, and Paddle-Ability paddlers), but
When portaging, paddlers in the u14s/u12s classes (15/16/21) must get out at the main landing stage & not enter Southmill Lock.
As stated in the Winter Series Rules, paddlers may receive assistance at portages if they need it (typically u14s/u12s, and Paddle-Ability paddlers), but
- helpers must walk only, carrying only the rear end of the boat
- assisted competitors must give way to unassisted competitors
- parents/supporters must not crowd the portage or enable their paddlers to queue-jump
- helpers must use safe lifting & handling techniques - involvement is at your own risk
Race Organiser: Danny Beazley bsfWSRO@FlatwaterRacing.org.uk
Safety Notes:
Safety Officer - Dave Cayford
Safety Officer - Dave Cayford
Location:
Bishops Stortford CC clubhouse, Styleman’s Lane, Hallingbury Road (A1060) near CM22 7QJ.
For directions please see www.StortfordCanoe.org.uk/find-us.html
Bishops Stortford CC clubhouse, Styleman’s Lane, Hallingbury Road (A1060) near CM22 7QJ.
For directions please see www.StortfordCanoe.org.uk/find-us.html
The car park next to the clubhouse will be reserved for disabled visitors and those towing trailers. Everyone else should be able to park on the large field immediately adjacent. If weather conditions make it necessary, marshals will direct cars to an alternative car park at Twyford Lock (Pig Lane).
General:
Please make sure that you have also read rules, safety notes and booking in instructions on the main Winter Series page.
Please make sure that you have also read rules, safety notes and booking in instructions on the main Winter Series page.
