Entries online via the Paddle Scotland events listing by 10 pm Tuesday 24th of September. Open to all kayaks, canoes and SUP’s
Venue: Field next to Loch Ken Caravan Park, entrance will be sign posted,
GPS co-ords: 55.0072992, -4.0506636. ( What 3 Words: ///bits.octopus.delighted )
Parking: will be available on the field, please do not park in the caravan park unless you are staying there.
This championship will be organized and run in accordance with the Scottish K1 Marathon Championships document which can be found on the Paddle Scotland website.
Entry Fees: Seniors £10 Juniors £8
Paddle Scotland membership: Paddlers must be members of Paddle Scotland/Paddle UK or take out Paddle Scotland day membership (£5 paid online with entry fee).
Number boards collection – 12:30 -13:00
Briefing – briefing and opportunity for last minute questions at 13:00
Starts:
- 13km course at 13:30, followed by;
- 6.6km and 4.6km courses
Mini K1 U10 (inc. lightnings) / Open U12 – 2 circuits, 4.6km
Circuit from the start line around the first buoy (mini-course buoy) and back to the finish line twice.
U14 / Master Ladies (49 and over) – 2 circuits, 6.6km
Circuit 1 from the start line around the first island and back to the finish line, circuit 2 from the start line around the mini-course buoy and back to the finish line
U16 / U18 / Snr / Vet / Master Men (49 and over) – 3 circuits, 2 portages, 13km
Circuit 1 from the start line to the island and back to portage, circuit two around the island and back to portage, circuit three around the island and back to the finish line.
PRIZES: Scottish Championships medals will be awarded in all classes in addition to the perpetual K1 trophies. The trophies will be awarded on the day.
Eligibility: Only members of Paddle Scotland are eligible for Championship medals and Trophies.
Visiting paddlers are welcome to race, however they will not count towards class numbers.
Safety
- All boats used in marathon racing must be fitted with sufficient buoyancy to support the boat and crew in the event of a capsize. Inherent buoyancy in composite boats is not sufficient to meet this requirement. Additional foam buoyancy or air bags must be fitted. Random checks may be carried out on the day – boats with inadequate buoyancy will not be allowed to race.
- Racing will be conducted in accordance with the Marathon Racing Rules of Competition as published on the Paddle Scotland website. In addition, all paddlers must wear an approved buoyancy aid (compliant with EN393, EN395, ISO12402-5 or ISO12402-6)
- Organised safety cover will be provided for all courses in the form of 2 safety ribs, and safety kayaks.
All participants are advised to wash their hands before consuming drink and food after racing. There will be welfare facilities on site.
Organiser: Kirkcudbright Canoe Club, John Blaike, 07974 967 739
Photographs may be taken at this race, to be used for promotional purposes. If you do not wish any picture including your image to be used in this way then please advise the race organizer.
Other Information
- Boat Hygiene – Please ensure that your boats are dry / clean before they are put on the water to avoid transmission of non-native species. Boats should also be cleaned after the event before launching on home waters
Courses
All courses will head South from the start line just in front of the field next to the caravan park.
Always be closest to the right-hand bank, and allow other boats to pass you on your left.
All turns are anti-clockwise. Take care to avoid shallow edges of the Loch and allow ample space for turning.
The water can become turbulent in high winds and all courses are subject to change if necessary to take account of conditions experienced on the day.
Spray decks are recommended in windy conditions.Downloads
K1 Scottish Marathon Championships event information (PDF)
K1 Scottish Marathon Championships Poster
Scottish K1 champs Safety Management Plan 2024 (PDF)
Risk Assessment (PDF)
