Shaw and Partners 20 Beaches Ocean Classic - Race Info
Date: Saturday 19th October
Race locations, direction and timing will be determined in the lead up to the race based on weather forecast and prevailing conditions
Northerly Course
Start Location: Manly Beach
Via: Fishermans Beach, Collaroy
Finish Location: Palm Beach
Southerly Course
Start Location: Palm Beach
Via: Fishermans Beach, Collaroy
Finish Location: Manly Beach
The race will have an interim turning mark off Fishermans Beach for all competitors. This will be the change over point for the 2 person ski relay.
Any questions let us know - info@20beaches.com.au
RACE COURSE(S)
The starts and finishes have been selected to provide protected starts, great finishes, good facilities and parking.
The Course
* If there are less than 5 competitors in the category, 20 Beaches reserves the right to move the competitors into the next category. i.e. Over 50s moved into Over 40s
RACE CATEGORIES
Individual Categories
Ski Open Male (1-$5,000 2-$4,000 3-$3,000 2-$2,000 1$1,000)
Ski Open Female (1-$5,000 2-$4,000 3-$3,000 2-$2,000 1$1,000)
Ski Under 18 Male (1-$500 2-$350 3-$250)
Ski Under 18 Female (1-$500 2-$350 3-$250)
Ski Under 23 Male (1-$500 2-$350 3-$250)
Ski Under 23 Female (1-$500 2-$350 3-$250)
Ski Over 40 Male (1-$500 2-$350 3-$250)
Ski Over 40 Female (1-$500 2-$350 3-$200)
Ski Over 50 Male (1-$500 2-$350 3-$200)
Ski Over 50 Female (1-$500 2-$350 3-$200)
Ski Over 60 Male (1-$500 2-$350 3-$250)
Ski Over 60 Female (1-$500 2-$350 3-$250)
Ski Over 70 Male (Prizes)
SLSA Spec Ski’s Male (Prizes)
SLSA Spec Ski’s Female
SUP Open Male (Prizes)
SUP Open Female (Prizes)
OC1 Open Male (Prizes)
OC1 Open Female (Prizes)
Prone Paddleboard Open Male (Prizes)
Prone Paddleboard Open Female (Prizes)
Team Categories
Ski Relay Relay - Male (2 participants) (Prizes)
Ski Relay Relay - Female (2 participants) (Prizes)
Ski Relay Over 40 - Male (2 participants) (Prizes)
Ski Relay Over 40 - Female (2 participants) (Prizes) Ski Relay Junior - Male (2 participants) (Prizes)
Ski Relay Junior - Female (2 participants) (Prizes) Ski Relay - Mixed (2 participants) (Prizes)
Double Ski - Male (2 participants) (1-$600)
Double Ski - Female (2 participants) (1-$600)
Double Ski - Mixed (2 participants) (1-$600)
Minimum of 5 competitors in a category to qualify for prizes*.
Safety and Competencies
During registration you will be asked to confirm the following
I understand that the 20 Beaches is an open water paddling event which requires significant open water experience. I have trained sufficiently and have the skills and experience to enter the event.
I can successfully remount my ski if I capsize in the ocean? This is required in order to compete in the event.
I understand that scrutineering of mandatory equipment will take place prior to the event and if my equipment does not pass I will not be able to compete? Please refer to event website.
I agree to wear a HI-VIS lifejacket or a HI-VIS top worn over my lifejacket.
I agree to wear a safety leg leash during the event.
I agree to carry a pealess whistle during the event.
I agree to carry and use the provide tracking device.
Ski Hire
If you need to hire a ski contact Oceanpaddler
contact@oceanpaddler.com
Post Race
There will be a presentation at the finish, as soon as possible.
Water will be available but you will need your own drinking vessel.
Entry Refunds & Cancellations
Entry cancellations can be made up to two weeks before the event date when a refund (less 20% administration fee) will be made. Refunds will not be given after this date. Please send requests for refunds in writing to info@20beaches.com.au. If the event has to be cancelled due to weather conditions or natural disasters or any other reason so deemed by the organisers, the event will be rescheduled where possible and no refunds will be issued.