Welcome to Aterra Wave Challenge 2010. Race rules.
The race follow the coast and goes from Mölle to Helsingborg. Its 30 km long and we hope for a nice downwind. If the winds comes from south we change the start to Helsingborg. The sea we paddle in is named Öresund and its often full with waves from winds, other weather systems, stream and boats.
The course
- 30 km downwind in open sea.
- Start is at the marina in Mölle just outside the pier.
- The finnish is on the beach at Fria Bad Helsingborg.
Classes
- Surf Ski/K1-K2/Multisport Women/Men
- Sea Kayak Women/Men
- Outrigger Mixed
Start
- 13.30 in Mölle outside the pier.
Finnish
- First person in each class that cross the finnish line on the beach at Fria Bad in Helsingborg.
Navigation. You will pass following in order:
- Höganäs
- Viken with the lighthouse "Svinabådan" out in the sea.
- Hittarp/Laröd the last village before Helsingborg.
- Fria Bad Helsingborg the finnish is close to the yellow high house called "Skampålen"
Safety equipment:
- PFD
- Leg leash (surfski, outrigger, SUP)
- Cellphone in waterproof bag
- Sea kayaks and K1/K2 must have two flotation compartments or buoyancy bags.
- Competitors must be able to re-enter from water.
Logistics:
- We can arrange transport of persons to Mölle wich is the starting point.
After Race:
- Showers and sauna is in the "Kallis" just 100 m south from the finnish line. Food will be served on the beach or at the local kayak club Helsingborgskanotisterna. Wich is beside "Kallis". Price giving will be on the beach or at the club. Depends on the weather.
Ride hard and good luck!
