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Head of the Rideau results
September 27, 2011
Here are the results of this year's Head of the Rideau.
Thanks to everyone who entered, raced and volunteered to help the ORC run such a greta event on a brilliant day.See you next year!
Head of the Rideau - Sunday September 25
August 26, 2011
It's time again for the Head of the Rideau regatta.
You can find all the information you need about the regatta and register for the event at the Ronin site right here.
Registration closes at midnight Tuesday September 20.
You can find two versions of the race course map here and here.
The regatta starts and finishes at the Rideau Canoe Club on Hog's Back Road. Here's the map to find it.
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Locations:
| Launch: |
Rideau Canoe Club at Hogsback. |
| Start: |
Black Rapids, South of Hunt Club Rd. |
| Trailers: |
In the field beside the Rideau Canoe Club. |
| Regatta HQ: |
Inside the Canoe Club. |
| Parking: |
There is no parking at the site. Look for parking around the streets and buildings near the Canoe Club. |
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Safety Notes and Regatta Rules
The Head of the Rideau is sanctioned by both Rowing Canada and RowOntario. The Regatta follows Rowing Canada’s Rules of Racing with some variation for local conditions. Confirm the rules when you check-in.
Regatta Rules:
- Do not stop a shell underneath a bridge. Some of the corners are blind.
- Boat traffic goes one direction at a time. Row to the start only when the course is closed. Do not proceed without explicit permission from the marshal.
- You must adhere to marshals’ instructions at all times. The Dock Marshal, especially, will insist on your cooperation.
- Lightweight athletes must weigh-in at time of team check-in. Lightweights weigh-in at: women, 135lbs; men, 165lbs.
Equipment Requirements:
- In shells fitted with shoes, tie-down straps must connect the heel of the shoe to the bottom of the foot stretcher.
- All shells must be fitted with a bow ball.
- All shells must be fitted with bow marker holders. These will not be provided at the regatta and shells will not be allowed to race without one.
- Racing shells must meet the requirements of the Canadian Rules of Racing.
Course Obstacles:
The course includes sharp turns, two bridges, a number of channel markers, and natural obstacles sometimes close to the shoreline. These may cause problems for coxswains and scullers not used to this type of course. Please make sure your athletes have the necessary skills for their events.
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