Race Information
Race Rules | Navigation & Marshalling | Notes for Visiting Crews | Clubs along the Course
Message from the Chief Umpire.
Safety is paramount in any event but particularly on the tideway which is wide and fast flowing. Crews are often unaware how quickly they can get into difficulty. However, there is always a feeling of “it couldn’t happen to me”, believe me it can.
Crew Competence – If a Club enters a crew which is deemed not to be sufficiently competent to race, action will be taken against the offending club.
The organising committee take every possible precaution to ensure the safety of all competitors. However, it is your responsibility to ensure that your boat is safe to train and compete in. So remember to check any boat you row in including borrowed boats.
Control Commission will be implemented at all main boating areas, prior to the race. If your boat does not comply with the safety rules you will not be allowed to boat until the fault is rectified and may incur a time penalty. If the boat cannot be made safe, then you will not be allowed to race.
Please make sure that your boat complies with the rules for your safety. I hope that all crews are able to race without any disqualifications or time penalties given.
Fiona Dennis
Chief Umpire