2014 King Of Carnac - Advance notice
On the 15th of November the first ever "King of Carnac" will be crowned at this exciting new invitational event, proudly hosted by Jervois Bay Sailing Club.
Kiteboarders, Windsurfers and Catamarans sailing classes will all take up the challenge for the crown, competing head to head over the 16km course.
With multiple races at stake, not just their speed but also their endurance, tactics and determination to win will be put to the ultimate test.
Nominations will be opening soon, with the complete eligibility & entry process outlined in the Notice of Race soon to be released. Final entry will be strictly by invitation only. Various criteria will be used to assess nominations, these may include past racing history, competence and racing equipment.The event organisers decision on invitation allocation will be final.
See link for more info and updates on the event
www.facebook.com/events/330279774580228/
Kiteboarders will need to be current KAL/Waksa members
Kiteboarders & Windsurfers - Safety in WA Waters:
A reminder to the challengers of the new Department of Transport rules regarding safety equipment required when heading offshore.
The race will heads up to 4 nautical miles offshore, and all competitors will need to have the following equipment to race;
PFD (type 3 or higher)
2 Flares (see BCF inshore flares)
PBL 406MHz
For those that don't want to purchase a PLB outright, we have arrange a great rental deal on PLBs, details will be posted shortly.
Training;
Anytime you heading further than 400m offshore, 4 flares or a PLB is to be carried
A lot of the new PFDs have a pouch for the PLBs so they are small and easy to carry
www.epirbhire.com.au
• $55.00 only event hire charge including delivery to Race Co-ordinator for pre-race briefing and temporary registration with AMSA.
• Bookings and payments needed by 6th November via email info@epirbhire.com.au
• For each booking competitors will need to give their name, address, mobile number and next of kin contact details.
• All PLBs to be returned to Race Co-ordinator at the end of the event. Anyone who misses that deadline will have to return the PLBs at their own expense and pay an extended hire fee of $30.00.
PLB Purchase
There is a range of options for purchasing ex-rental/nearly new PLBs as listed below:
• 18 months old 170gm GPS enabled Fastfind 211 batt exp. Aug 2017 - $230.00 * limited stock
• 170gm GPS enabled Fastfind 211 batt exp. April 2020 - $285.00
• Used once 170gm GPS enabled Kannad SafeLink Solo - batt exp. June 2020 - $285.00 (save $60.00 on new price)
• Used once 115gm GPS enabled Ocean Signal RescueMe - batt exp. June 2021 -$290.00 (save $60.00 on new price)
We are happy to offer $20.00 discount per PLB, for any orders for two or more. All orders to info@epirbhire.com.au
For more information about the PLBs visit www.epirbhire.com.au
All hire bookings, purchase orders or any other queries please direct to info@epirbhire.com.au
MEET THE 2104 "KING OF CARNAC" CHALLENGERS:
Congratulations to you all!!
Each of you now has the unique opportunity to put your speed, skills, determination, endurance and tactics to the ultimate test.
Challenge yourself, challenge your peers, and challenge the classes for the Crown!
You will each receive a personal invitation in the coming days with full event details, along with final entry steps.
Windsurf Challengers
Chris Adamson
Tim Crommelin
Phil Cutter
Jake Dallimore
Murray Dann
Peter Dans
Ben de Chaneet
Isaac de Vries
Darryl Griffiths
Will Gunzburg
Shaun Harker
Peter Hora
Premo Jacniacki
MATT LANGER
ROWEN LAW
Claude Alain Gaston Lecoq
Lachlan Lidbury
Chris Lockwood
Craig Mann
Luke Matthews
Ben Newson
John Norton
Shane O'Neill
Jesper Orth
Darryl Page
Tom Radis
Chad Silver
Mark Slade
Steven Stratfold
Paul Yeomans
Kiteboard Challengers
Mark Arkley
Fabienne Bosiger
Nathan Boyes
Nick Burton
Oliver Charmak
Andrew Cooksey
Doug Cooksey
Ludovic Delplanque
Alty Frisby
Damian Gough
Andrew Hansen
Steven Harland
Sebastian Huchler
Johnno Keys
Michael Knuckey
Nat Marks
Sean Mauk
Peter McKewen
Michael Mirfield
Torvar Mirsky
Pete Morgan
Justin OMalley
Darren Palmer
Len Pearson
Jay Pierce
Anthony Pillinger
Eneour PUILL-STEPHAN
Tim Sargent
Trevor Turnbull
Kent Wright
Catamaran Challengers - Captains
Josh Fugill
Lance Wood
Bevan Chrimes
Ryan Duffield
GAV COLBY
Barnaby Houk
Darren Smith
Gavin Parker
Gavin Davies
James Clark
Dean Motteram
Rob Smith
Paul Raymond
Cam owen
Adrian Fratelle
Matt Faulkner
Stuart Collison
