General Information
Most members of the club take part in marathon races at some stage of the season. The main driver behind marathon racing at club level is the Hasler Trophy, which operates on a regional basis throughout the season with a grand final for the top 4 clubs in each region in September.
We are active in the NW racing scene and are ever present for Hasler Final qualification.
You don't need to be a speed merchant or train every day to enjoy marathon racing. It is in fact our lower and middle ranked paddlers that contribute most to our success in club competition because of the way the sport is organised.
Events are split into 9 divisions based on ability with Divisions 7-9 competing over 4 miles, 4-6 over 8 miles and 1-3 over 12 miles +. As a beginner you would start at or near the bottom division (9) and be promoted upwards as you speed and results dictate.
Chester is also a prime mover in keeping the NW racing scene alive, organising two races each year.
For more information on Marathon racing visit the BCU web site and the Marathon website.
Marathon events 2011
Sun 3 April Chester I Hasler
Sun 22 May Worcester Hasler
Sat 11 June Runcorn 5km event
Sun 12 June Burton Hasler
Sun 12 June Mersey Tour Tour – 18miles
Sat 18 June Conwy Ascent Tour & Race 9.5miles
Sun 19 June Shropshire Hasler
Sat25/26 June Cheshire Ring 96 mile overnight race
Sun 10 July Macclesfield Hasler
Sun 17 July Trentham Hasler
Sat 27 August Worcester National Marathon Championships
Sun 28 August Worcester National Marathon Championships
Sun 18 Sept Chester II Hasler
Sun 2 Oct Bedford Hasler Final
Sun 16 Oct Mersey Descent Tour/Race
Sprint Regattas 2011 – Nottingham
16/17 April
7/8 May
4/5 June
2/3 July
10/11 September
Hasler Races: The top 4 scoring clubs from each region will go through to the Hasler Final. A paddler must compete in 3 qualifying events during the season to be eligible for the final.
Lightning Races: for under 12s, are normally held alongside Hasler races, see here for for details.
For information regarding Lightning events in the NW Region. Contact Dave Moore, email: Sgurfiona@AOL.com.