Wiki's Development Series

27/07/2024

Nice work to everyone who participated this afternoon and great to see some new faces! The weather was epic for a paddle through town. One swimmer and an exploratory scuba diver at the end to make things interesting.

The South African trend of portaging may have influenced the results....

Race results: Park to Pub 2024 @ Christchurch, New Zealand. Saturday, July 27, 2024 13:57 (GMT+12)

26/07/2024

Hi all,

Just a reminder there is racing on tomorrow and the weather is looking fantastic for it!

While it may present as a race, this is a social paddle with the opportunity to be timed for those who want it. Once finished, everyone is welcome to walk over to Pomeroy's and enjoy some chips and drinks.

Either register with the link below or you can register tomorrow at the event.

When: Saturday 27th July
Registration: 13:15 - 13:40
Briefing: 13:50
Race start: 14:00

Where: Helmores Lane, Little Hagley Park

Course: Helmores Lane Bridge to Pomeroy's steps (Fitzgerald Ave Bridge)

Distance: Roughly 7.4km, all downstream. The shuttle back to the start is only 4km

Required gear: PFD. You're all adults, you can make your own informed decision on what other gear you want to take and whether you'd like a helmet

Cost: FREE. We will happily accept donations which will be added to our Junior Paddler Support Fund however there's no expectations

Shout out if you have any questions, otherwise see you on Sunday 🛶

Event registration: Park to Pub 2024 @ Christchurch, New Zealand. Saturday, July 27, 2024 14:00 (GMT+12) - Saturday, July 27, 2024 17:00 (GMT+12)

21/07/2024

Your favourite low cost event is back for another year! So low cost in fact that it only costs you a drink and bowl of chips once you finish!!!

With features such as the infamous Christchurch Punt House Weir, the majestical botanic gardens, and a world renowned statue by Sir Antony Gormley, this is one course that is guaranteed to impress and is not to be missed!

This year will be all about the social aspect and the mid pack battlers. Yes its still a "race" and the "elites" can try power down the course as fast as humanly possibly, but the main aim for this is to bring everyone together for a fun paddle down a piece of water that is under utilised. Once finished we can then walk across the road to Pomeroys and enjoy a bowl of fries and a drink while sharing stories from our winter training battles.

When: Saturday 27th July
Registration: 13:15 - 13:40
Briefing: 13:50
Race start: 14:00

Where: Helmores Lane, Little Hagley Park

Course: Helmores Lane Bridge to Pomeroy's steps (Fitzgerald Ave Bridge)

Distance: Roughly 7.4km, all downstream. The shuttle back to the start is only 4km

Required gear: PFD. You're all adults, you can make your own informed decision on what other gear you want to take and whether you'd like a helmet

Cost: FREE. We will happily accept donations which will be added to our Junior Paddler Support Fund however there's no expectations

Shout out if you have any questions, otherwise see you on Sunday 🛶

https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=359281

13/01/2024

18 months, 37 events, 484 competitors, $3000 raised for supporting juniors

A huge thanks to everyone who has made this possible and believed in my vision, especially and

I may be off to Australia to experience a different kayak scene but I'm sure you'll see me on the river again sometime soon.

For now, Wiki signing out 🛶

13/01/2024

Portaging, a skill which is rarely practiced but can make a heap of difference during an event like this

13/01/2024

Photos and results from the Marathon race today

The course was just under 1km short per lap, however with the heat it was much appreciated by the paddlers

Just a reminder there's no K2/doubles race tomorrow due to lack of interest

Results: https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=339580

12/01/2024

Photos from prize giving of tonight's short course marathon

Results: https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=339511

12/01/2024

Photos from the short course racing this evening. It was a great evening to get out in the boat and looking forward to more action tomorrow! This will be my last time down at Arawa Canoe Club before heading overseas so it would be great to see some familiar faces.

While it's a "race" it's a great chance to tick off a long session in the boat with some company. Entries are open on the day, registration 9-9:30, briefing 9:40, race start 10am

Results from this evening: https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=339511

11/01/2024

What a forecast for a great evening of racing tomorrow!

Not got your entry in yet?

Day 1 - Short course registration: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=335652

Day 2 - Long course (K1/Multisport) registration: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=335742