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Attention All OUTLAW’S
25km Urquharts Bluff to Torquay Paddle.
THE GRAHAM LONG MEMORIAL EVENT"
Here is the event information for Sat 9th. “WOW”
# Race START: Urquharts Bluff
# Race FINISH: Torquay (Fishmans Beach)
# Weather forecast:#
Aust Bureau Meteorology:
Forecast for Saturday: Sunny,Winds north to northwesterly averaging 15 to 25 km/h, reaching 35 km/h at times, tending south to southwesterly during the morning then decreasing below 30 km/h later in the evening. Temperature for Geelong 31.
CoastalwatchSaturday
Residual swell. 1 to 2ft open beaches, very small on the Surf Coast. N winds 5 to 15 knots early, tending 20 SW in the afternoon.
Outlaw, is happy to announce that this is going to be another true 25km down-wind race, Fast, Hot and just the way we like it.#61514;
Registration:
To make for a smooth registration on event day please go on-line and register for the event NOW. OUTLAW PADDLING WEBSITE www.outlawpaddling.com for details, start times, online entry. click here
Presentations:
Presentation will be held at the Torquay SLSC at Torquay beach around 5/6pm.
All event supports & competitors are very welcome & not only will the day’s event be recognized but guest speakers as well. Enjoy and relaxed with a drink after a hard days paddling.
No PFD or leg leashes No racing.
PFD can be taped to the back of your Ski, leg leash must be attached to you, No leach from ski to paddle.
Safety:
6 X Jet Ski’s with recue mats, 1 X Ocean Recue boat, 4 cliff top spotters watching the field spread, constant commutation with water rescue the land staff. First Aid at all checks points.
Event cost:
$ 60.00 (please bring correct money on the day) & download and fill out the event forms to save time on the day.
# All paddle board & SUP must register at Urquharts Bluff, But your event will start at the Mid way Check point at Pt Addis, this will be a 12km event for this category.
Stand-Up Paddle Board & Board Paddle Categories
• Stand Up Unlimited / Open Length (rudders allowed)
• Ocean Paddle Boards
(Only 3 people make a division)
Event supported by: Red Star Coffee, Hammer Sports Products, Rip Curl, 2Good Trainers.
Major Sponser: “at one with the elements” The Paddlers Brand www.paddlers.com.au
This event is for experienced paddlers only and should not be attended unless trained for.
We look forward to seeing everyone Saturday
A very happy, Wade#61514;