Breede River Marathon Newsletter – No 1 August 2010

Milnerton Canoe Club is proud to host the BREEDE RIVER MARATHON 2010 incorporating the WCCU K2 River Champs.

“The annual K2 (doubles) Breede River Canoe Marathon will be held on 70 km of the Breede River between the towns of Robertson and Swellendam, Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th September, 2010 and it promises to be as popular as the 2009 incorporating the same route. K1’s are also welcome.

The event is in its 43rd year and is the biggest river marathon in the Western Cape. It never fails to impress with all the top paddler combinations from around the country vying for the prestigious BREEDE title. They will be looking forward to another Breede Classic as they take on not only the 70 km of it, but also the many obstacles they will have to overcome. These in chronological order are (Day 1), the Sliding Weir and the low level bridge at Goudmyn, Secunda Weir, the low-level bridge before Bonnivale as well as , (on day 2 ) the Blue Rock Rapid and Waterfall Rapid. Competitors and spectators alike will be treated to an all-consuming battle on the water, in all the classes to be raced, at the end of which, that deep understanding of what it means to paddle so, will be shared with the telling and re-telling of the war stories of both days racing.  Racing classes also include Mixed Doubles, Husband/Wife, Parent/Child and Siblings making competition even more exciting.

DATES

Day 1: Start Robertson/McGregor Bridge, Time: 10h00, Distance: 37km, Finish: Riggton Farm, Bonnievale
Day 2: Start Riggton Farm, Bonnievale, Time: 09h00, Distance: 33.5km, Finish: “Kambati River Resort, Swellendam”

ENTRY FORMS

Closing date is the 25th August 2010. Entry forms are on the web HERE

MERCHANDISE

Check out the awesome fleece tops/ paddling top and peak caps, all neatly branded, on the Breede web site. You have a choice of five different colours for the fleece tops. Crazy prices!

ROUTE

By all accounts the new day 2 route proved very successful and the finish venue at Kambati was equally enjoyable for the seconds and paddlers and based on the paddlers poll last year we are keeping it the same as 2009 by ending Day1 and starting day 2 at Riggton River Farm and finishing Day 2 at Kambati River Resort.

LAST YEAR

PICTURES

John Hishin of Drumbeat Photography was our official cameraman. The pictures can be viewed on his FaceBook page or contact him on 083 343 2598

RIGGTON RIVER FARM

This is the finish of day 1 and the start of day 2. There are great camping facilities here for those wanting to be close to all the action. Pierre, the owner, has built a new ladies ablution block, extended the men’s ablutions and built a multi function structure to act as the bar and food mess. There will be a R10 levy per vehicle except for those who are camping.

KAMBATI RIVER RESORT

This is the venue for the end of day 2. The finish line will be clearly marked this year to avoid any confusion. The prize giving will take place under the Bedouin tent between the bar and hall. There plenty of parking and a great venue for the kids.

QUIVER AT THE RIVER

Incredible discounts available from Quiver at the River … 20% off all ‘canoe apparel’

You can call Linda on 083 289 5915 to reserve your gear!

Stock Clearance!

Waterproof and Breathable Foul Weather Gear and Trendy Jackets available at radically reduced prices.  From R500

Looking forward to seeing you in September 2010

Regards
Breede Committee
info@breederivermarathon.org.za

Milnerton Canoe Club

PHOTOS

Have a look at John Hishin’s, from Drumbeat Photography, FaceBook page or contact him at 0833432598