START LIST 2022 MARATHON #5 MANDURAH CANALS
Location:
Blue Manna Boat Hire, 13B Dolphin Drive, Mandurah
Race Day Schedule:
Check in………………..7.30am
Briefing………………….8.15am
Race Start……………..8.45am [Earlier if possible]
Course Details:
Long course 12.2km, short course approx 9.5km, directions as per map, Short Course turns at Point #4, Guppy Course a circuit nearer the start. Notes: It is important to keep right and under the footbridge after the start and when returning to the finish, If you false start, do not stop
-15s penalty for non-compliance
Hazards:
Complicated Course:
Turns in canals will all be policed by Turn Marshalls with Hi-Vis Vests on. Slower paddlers will go off first and fast paddlers last to keep everyone together.
Waves:
Race number indicates wave number: Wave #1 = Outriggers, Gap of 4mins, Waves thereafter: #2 = Div 4 & Short, #3 = Div 3, #4 = Div 2, #5 = Div 1, #6 = Doubles, #7 = Guppy
Boat Traffic, Choppy Water:
The course is mainly in the canals but there could be large boats in the main channel [short sections of race] Recommended you wear your PFD if you are in your K1.
Weed:
Install a weed deflector if you possibly can
Canal Walls:
The locals say there is a step, below the water line, which will be good to stand on when getting back on, if you fall in [lets hope they are right]
Sun & Heat:
Wear protective clothing, apply sun block, bring water to drink
Race Preparation:
Number on Boat:
Ensure vertical & readable both sides. Number slots w suckers will be on sale $15
Parking:
Free at Blue Manna Boat Hire, 13B Dolphin Drive, Mandurah
Enquires:
Email marathonwa@gmail.com or call 0417 938 596 Doug Hodson