This coming Whitsun Bank Holiday promises to be a paddling extravaganza!

Racing, demo day, coaching clinic and Hawaiian outriggers. The aim of this event is to make the most out of the Bank Holiday weekend for those who may have driven a significant distance and, for those who want a little fun. There will be demo days on the Saturday and Sunday of the latest Fenn XT, Elite Double and the world beating Mako Elite in Carbon Vacuum Bag construction, a range of Fenn adjustable blades and, coaching clinics (see below for weekend itinerary). There will also be a limited selection of single and double skis to rent for the race (please email your reservation, strictly on a first come first serve basis).

The race day and the weekend is shaping up to be a great event, in order for it to run smoothly and to try and make your life a little simpler please read the following Race Info below and ensure you read the Logistics section for parking arrangements along with suggestions for accommodation.

RACE INFO

Prizes! all entrants will recieve a race day T-shirt and the chance to win a pair of Fenn Full Carbon split shaft paddles as part of entry. Possible hot spot and prize pool swag on the way! (fee’s are donated to St’Ives and Hayle Surf Life Saving club’s and St’Ives Outrigger &  Paddles Sports club).
What: Round two of the British Ocean Ski Series

When: May 29th 5:00PM registration, 6:00PM race start

Where: Carbis Bay, St’Ives, Cornwall

Who: Surf Life Saving and BCU members, anyone who is competent and fancy’s a crack.

  • Under 16 (4km)
  • Under 19 (6km)
  • Masters (6km)
  • Open (12km)
  • Personal Floatation devices are MANDATORY.

Race Format: Le Mon start for all paddlers.

Top marker buoy adjacent to Porthgwidden beach, under 16yrs will turn back to Carbis Bay via the same route. All other categories will turn out into the bay and aim for the bottom mark positioned near Hayle estuary mouth before heading for Carbis bay. Under 19 yrs and Masters paddlers one lap only, Open category two laps.

Paddling Itinerary

Saturday:

  • 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Coaching clinic (free for race entrants)
  • 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM ski and paddle demo – ever fancied what an ocean ski feels like, arrive early and try one out!
  • 5:00 PM Registration opens
  • 6:00 PM Race start
  • 8:00 PM Prize giving, warm drinks, nibbles off into town for a cool beer!

Sunday:

  • 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM ski and paddle demo
  • 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM group training session out on the water
  • 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Hawaiian outrigger (two four man crews – logistics will be given closer to the time dependent upon numbers)

Monday:

  • Open to suggestions, possible a cheeky session out on the water before the drive home!

LOGISTICS

Parking: parking at Carbis Bay can be cramped, particularly on a Bank Holiday and will cost around £7 for the day. There are several options available,

  • obviously get down early and snag a spot
  • drop off zone – competitors will be able to off load skis from 11AM onwards on the beach (we will have someone on the beach to ensure security).
  • drop of equipment and park either in the Towns main car parks or use the park and ride out of town (the train ride in is one of the most stunning in the country and it only takes 6mins stopping right on Carbis Bay beach)

Here are some handy links if you wish to investigate parking options further or check out the park and ride option.

St’Ives Parking

St’Ives Park ‘n Ride

Accommodation:

Below are a selection of links and telephone numbers of Hotels and B&B’s in the Carbis Bay area.

Carbis Bay Hotel – this is a stunning hotel situated right on the beach, amazing views and rooms, why not treat yourself! click here

Carbis Bay Holidays - Luxury 5* self catering holiday apartments situated within Carbis Bay itself, click here to veiw the fantastic veiws and accomodation availability.

Telephone numbers only

Hotels:

Howards hotel 01736 795 651

Atlantic hotel 01736 796 177

B & B’s:

Beechwood 01736 795 170

Ocean Heights 01736 196 369

Coast 01736 795 918

Thurlestone 01736 796 369

Back Packers 01736 799 444

Camp Sites (not quite so close)

John Fowler Holiday Park click here

Little Trevarrak Holiday Park click here

Haven Holiday Park click here

Useful links:

About St’Ives – accommodation, eating out, shops, things to do