Learn To Paddle Now Race Series - Spit Bridge

We’re excited to announce the Learn To Paddle Now 2023 Race Series. The Race Series includes two events:

9 September - Spit Bridge

14 October - Narrabeen Lake

Race Entry

Each event will include a short and long course and is open to paddlers of all levels. 
Entry is $35 per event prior to the 1st of September. 
Entry thereafter is $55 per event. 
First 30 entries will receive a complimentary Learn To Paddle Now t shirt. 

Spit Bridge Race Courses

Short Course - 9km

Order of Events:

• Paddler check in from 6:00 am

• Registration from 6:15 am

• Mandatory Race Briefing at 7:00 am

• Short Course Starts 7:30 am

• Long Course Starts 7:35 am

• Prize Giving and Lucky Draw 9:30 am

Check in between Fergos Marina and Marine Rescue placing craft on the beach here. Registration will take place in the boardroom at the Skiff Club, the boardroom is located on the downstairs deck in the far right hand side. The Race Briefing will take place on the deck in front of the boardroom.

Important Information:

• PFD (life jacket) and a Leg Leash are MANDATORY.

• Grumpy’s Wharf Cafe opens at 6:30 am for pre race coffee and will be offering a “MAZU MUNCH” B&E Roll + Coffee deal for $14 post race.

• Metered parking is available at The Spit, Spit West Reserve and on Parriwi Road.
  

Course Description:

Short Course

• Start on the beach between Fergos Marina and Marine Rescue (currently under construction) behind the Orange Buoy.

• Head straight to Middle Head and around towards Clifton Gardens.

• At the big white drum approaching Clifton Gardens Wharf turn anticlockwise (left hand in) returning to the start.

• Finish between the two flags at the Skiff Club.

Long Course

• Start on the beach between Fergos Marina and Marine Rescue (currently under construction) behind the Orange Buoy.

• Head straight to Middle Head and around towards Bradley’s Head.

• At the black and yellow Cardinal Marker (about 200 meters before Bradley’s Head) turn anticlockwise (left hand in) returning to the start.

• Finish between the two flags at the Skiff Club.

Race Results:

• See race results

Prizes per Category

• First - $600 off RRP on MAZU Surf Ski 

• Second - $400 off RRP on MAZU Surf Ski 

• Third -  $200 off RRP on MAZU Surf Ski 

In addition to the above, the top 3 paddlers in the long course will receive cash prizes:

• First - $300

• Second - $200

• Third - $100

Plus, we've got fun lucky draw prizes up for grabs including:

• Salty Cheeks Paddle Pants

• Bars N Racks Straps and Gift Vouchers

• Femme Soleil Cap, Sunglasses Strap and Socks

• Sharkskin - Rapid Dry Long Sleeve Rashie

• 8 x Contrast Water Sessions at RIGS Recovery in Brookvale