Are You Sure!
The Kangaroobie Klassic is an adventure race. As organisers we will be taking measures to mitigate foreseeable risks to participants. Intending participants need to be aware that adventure racing occurs in environments that are not controlled and involves activities that are not risk free. Intending participants should be aware that all legs require a strong base of physical fitness and should not be attempted by people that don't regularly participate in vigorous activity.
It is the participant's responsibility to compete within their own fitness and ability level, follow rules and safety instructions and to consider the fitness and ability levels of team mates and other participants throughout the event. Young minds often reside in old bodies: consult with your doctor before considering this event.
All participants will be required to sign an indemnity form on the day of the event.
It is our intention to run a fun, social event. We keep our protest forms locked in a waterproof box on the bottom of Loch Ard Gorge. Participants that are prepared to dive and collect a form are free to lodge a protest at any time. It is our intention to run an inclusive event; the terrain around the event start/finish/ transition/spectator area is uneven with a sandy slope towards the river's edge participants and spectators that have specific access and other requirements should contact us for more detail.
Please carefully read the equipment and safety information for each leg below.
Swim leg
Water temperature in the Gellibrand is unpredictable in March ranging from 20 degrees Celsius at its warmest and occasionally (after rain) causing a most unimpressive result around the front of the Speedos. Our advice is to wear or at least bring a wetsuit (or a sock.)
We reserve the right to alter or cancel the swimming event in the event of dangerous river conditions. It is anticipated that this leg will be around 1km.
Kayak Leg
A PFD must be worn at all times during this leg and is a condition of your entry (some available on loan please indicate when registering) K1, sea kayaks, surf skis, sit on tops, Ocean racing skis, SUP's, C1's and C2's are all suitable craft. A paddle float, spray skirt and hand or automatic bilge pump is recommended for craft with enclosed cockpits. We recommend participants carry water or electrolyte replacement fluids during this leg. All participants are required to stop to render assistance where applicable and report any incident to the next race marshal (who will have contact with first-aiders)
There will be a course marshal located at the mid way turn around point. All competitors must adhere to the instructions of the course marshals.
We reserve the right to alter or cancel the kayak leg in the event of dangerous river conditions. It is anticipated this leg will be around 5.7km.
A limited amount of equipment will be available on loan for this event (please book early to avoid disappointment)
Mountain Bike Leg
Helmets look great on your handlebars but they work better on your head. Helmets must be worn at all times on the course (whether walking or riding). No rider can leave the transition area without a helmet on and we reserve the right to place a bucket over the head of any rider that does. A well serviced sturdy bike is essential for this course.
All riders must carry a small first aid kit containing 2 compression bandages, triangular bandage, non stick wound dressing pad and 4 wound closure strips. This can be carried in a zip lock bag and passed from rider to runner. Carrying this first aid bundle is a condition of entry for the run and ride legs.
We recommend riders carry water or electrolyte replacement fluids during this leg. All participants are required to stop to render assistance where applicable and report any incident to the next race marshal (who will have contact with first-aiders)
Competitors are not permitted to overtake on the sign posted downhill single track section. Some competitors may choose to dismount and walk on this section and will be asked to keep as far to the left side of the track as is possible.
We reserve the right to shorten or alter the Mountain Bike Course in the event of extreme heat or weather conditions. It is anticipated that this leg will be around 16km
No drafting allowed (playing board games whilst riding is dangerous) backgammoning is also banned!
Trail Run Leg
All runners must carry a small first aid kit containing 2 compression bandages, triangular bandage, non stick wound dressing pad and 4 wound closure strips. This can be carried in a zip lock bag and passed from rider to runner. Carrying this first aid bundle is a condition of entry for the run and ride legs.
We recommend runners carry water or electrolyte replacement fluids during this leg. All participants are required to stop to render assistance where applicable and report any incident to the next race marshal (who will have contact with first-aiders).
We reserve the right to shorten or alter the run course in the event of extreme heat or weather conditions. It is anticipated that this leg will be around 6km.
Nutrition and Hydration
This is an adventure race you are expected to be self sufficient with your food and water intake there will be no drink or aid stations on course. Some water will be available in the main transition/start/finish area. Participants should consider hydration packs or water bottles on kayak, run and MTB legs.
You are going to burn some energy and you will need to replace it. Think bananas, grapes, electrolyte replacement drinks, energy gels and bars. Participants competing in all 4 legs will need to carefully consider their fluid and food intake throughout the event.