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Format Sprint
Distance 500m
River Grade & Hazards 1/2 gentle flow with shoot over weir towards the end.
Suitable for Novice Yes
Safety Cover Yes
Start 400m up stream from Sands Rapid Grid ref. NY 404 569
Finish 100m below Sands Rapid Grid ref. NY 402 566
Race Start 12.00 1.00pm
Check-in Time 10.00 to 11.00
Briefing Time 11.00 am
Additional Info Sands Rapid is usually a friendly G2 with no obstructions and open water below. As such it is suitable for novice paddlers. In high water levels it can be intimidation for novice paddlers and race control may advice against novice paddlers racing in such circumstances.
Entry Fee Senior (£) £5
Entry Fee U18 (£) £2
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