River Axe Race - Sunday 7th March 2010
This popular
race is an excellent introduction to canoe racing and
also provides a challenge for the more experienced
paddler. All classes are open to paddlers with
disabilities.
The race starts
5 miles south of Axminster at Whitford Bridge M/R
263953. The river Axe twists and winds its way through
the Axe Valley for 4 miles before opening out onto the
estuary, with a further 1 mile of racing to the finish
at Axmouth Harbour (Axe Yacht Club Seaton).
This year it was a lovely sunny day, with a cold breeze.
A total of 115 paddlers entered in 96 canoes and kayaks
with entrants ranged from under 14 to over 80 years in
age. A special Super
Veterans medal was given to Brian Massey who at 85 years
young has entered this race every year for the past
twenty years.
Race Entries & Club Members
A Racing singles
0
B Racing doubles
1
C Touring singles/WWR's
29
D Touring doubles
7
E Canadian singles
4
F Canadian doubles
11
G Senior slalom kayaks
35
H Under 18 kayak
0
J Under 16 kayak
2
K Under 14 kayak
7
L Under 12 kayak
0 |
Our local heroes are: Solo Canadian:
1st Tom Kealy
Double Canadian 3rd John
and Wendy Brinsden
Slalom U16
1st Tom Clarke
2nd Jordan Baker
Slalom U14
1st Mike Humphrey
2nd James Clarke
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