Race days are advised well in advance and you will need to confirm your attendance to the Race Co-ordinator (RC).
Make sure you are clear about the venue, the time you should be there and what to bring. Start time is 8.00am at the site unless otherwise advised.
It is a club requirement that you are properly attired to race. Make sure you have the uniform with you in order to participate on the day.
The race uniform is:
Singlet (provided when you join)
Cap (provided when you join)
Black shorts or leggings - without logo's (provided by you).
If you need transport to and from a race, make sure you organise this with the Race Coordinator
Selection process
The coaches and captain will decide on the paddlers to take part in the race and call positions prior to warm up.
Racing is fun, there can be long waits between races so please keep out of the sun, don't overeat and have a book handy to help pass the time.
We always celebrate after a race so a change of clothes is a must.
Race day checklist
Water and loads of it
Unitform, black shorts / leggings / suitable shoes
Change of clothes
Towels
Sunscreen
Hair ties
Goggles / Sunglasses (not expensive)
Food
Books / newspapers
Food and drinks
Racing takes place over the summer months, it gets hot and sometimes there is not much shade.
Bring plenty of water, sports drinks etc You will get very thirsty and you can go through a few litres easily.
Most venues don't have food stalls. Bring your own food to keep your energy up.
Remember not to over eat or consume too much heavy food.
Ideal energy snack type foods are the best option.
They are quick easy to consume and readily available from your esky
Examples are
Refillable water bottles
Sports Drinks
Fruit
Muesli Bars
Salads
Energy Bars
Breakfast shakes / drinks
Cheese Sticks
Sandwiches
Yogurts
If you need something a bit more stable at lunchtime a fresh salad sandwich or tortilla wrap with fresh ingredients are easy to carry and have on hand.
