Ascot Kayaking Club JOHN SIMS RACE 2023
Open to all paddlers.
Not a regular racer but interested in giving it a go? Then this is the race for you. The biggest event on the Ascot Kayaking Club calendar and very well attended. The John Sims is a very do-able 11.5km with shorter options available. The race is intended for all skill levels and boat types, from fiercely competitive K1’s to plastic boats and novice paddlers having a go at competitive racing. Enter with some friends and enjoy friendly rivalry or test yourself against the field, there’s something for everyone.
Race day is usually blessed with glorious sunshine and calm conditions.
Location: Ascot Kayak Club Fauntleroy Avenue Ascot WA
Race Day Schedule:
- Main & Short course check-in 7.00 to 7.45,
- Briefing 8.00, Race Start
- 8.30 Guppies check-in 7.00 to 7.45
- Briefing 8.15,
- Start at 8.45
Registration Details: All paddlers [including team boat participants] must register individually, pay and provide emergency contact info, team boats name partners and boat type.
Race categories will be constituted on age group/boat/gender with three racers required to make a category.
There is no registration on the day.
If you want to be in the fastest grids please register in the OPEN category.
Para-adaptive, outrigger and SUP class available.
Course Details:
- Full course: 11.5km, AKC to Barkers Bridge and return,
- Short Course: 8km, AKC to Guildford Bridge and return,
- Guppies: 3.5km, Circuit close to Club
Food for Paddlers is included in fee