Portage Kayak Race results

Dynamic Duo Ian McAlpine and Murray Gane win the doubles section

Results are here

Photos are here

Beavertown Badboy 20 July 2013

Marlborough is NZ’s hidden gem when it comes to waterways suitable for padding.  Here’s an event that takes in 32km of the best flat water kayaking you will find anywhere in the country.

Download an entry form here

Here is a link to info from last years event

Junior Tri Squad starts 10 May

Starting next term Mark Grammer will be a starting a Triathlon swimming squad for yr 7-12 based at the Stadium 2000 pool. At this stage there will be one session at 4.30pm on Fridays. Starting with an easy 20 minute group jog (or spin bike session) from the Stadium and into the pool at 5pm, for a 45 minute swim session.

Swimming can be the most frustrating part of a triathlon if you haven’t learnt to swim efficiently as a kid, so there will be a strong focus on stroke mechanics and stroke correction over the winter. The sessions will also be fun and competitive with regular time trials, relays and some surprises.

You won’t need to be an expert swimmer, but should be able to swim 20 lengths non stop.

Numbers need to be limited so if you (or your child) are interested then get in contact with Mark ASAP.

mark@marlboroughsport.co.nz
021 533 635

Cost is $100 per term, which includes pool entry.

Versatile Homes and Buildings Quadrathon results

Jeremy McKenzie runs through Whites Bay on his way to another Quadrathon win.

Quadrathon Run Course GPS track

Below is a GPS track of the Versatile Homes and Buildings Quadrathon Run Course. The good news is that’s its only 6.4km, a little less than we thought. The even better news is that it has nearly 600m of climbing. Enjoy!

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View from the top of the Black Jack track

Portage Kayak Race 18 May 2013

There’s a bit of carrying required in this event. As long as you keep smiling, you’ll be fine. K1′s are NOT recommended.

RACE COURSE: 

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Leg 1:  Kayak 10 km from Picton Foreshore to Torea Bay.

Leg 2:  Portage 2km Torea Bay to Portage Bay (Portage Complex)

Leg 3:  Kayak 7km Portage Bay to Te Mahia Bay,

Leg 4:  Portage 3km Te Mahia Bay to Mistletoe Bay

Leg 5:  Kayak 10km Mistletoe Bay to Picton Foreshore.

RACE START

Race Start and Finish is on the Picton Foreshor

Registration:         8.00am – 8.15am

Briefing:                 8:30am

Race Start – Staggered by Class:   9.00am – 9:30am

Prize Giving will follow the race finish (approx 1:30pm) at Le Café.

Download an entry form here

Marlborough Open Water Swim Champs – NEW EVENT

On Sunday 14 April we will be holding the inaugural Marlborough Open Water Swim Champs. This event will run in parrallel to the Quadrathon, so that team swimmers can also participate in the Open Water Champs.

EVENT DETAILS

Sunday 14 April

8.30am Registration

9.30 am Race Briefing

10.00am Race Start (Quadrathon and Open water swim start same time)

Options

800m (1 lap) and 2400m (3 laps)

Course (see map below)

All swimmers will start together in the water at the end of the Waikawa Jetty. The course will be marked by buoys and runs parallel to the shore adjacent to the rowing club.

PRE ENTER HERE

Swim course is anticlockwise. 1 lap = 800m

Triathlon Coach, Ray Boardman from Qwik Kiwi Coaching, is supporting this event and he will be offering an open water swim seminar at Waikawa Bay on Sunday 7 April. If you are a little concerned about your ability to swim this event, or just need some of your skills polished, then register fro this seminar/practice session when you pre enter the race here