Due to the popularity of the 18′ surfskis the Cape Ann Rowing Club (CARC) has decided to add a new class to both the Blackburn Challenge and the Essex River Race. The new class will be called the “SS20Plus” meaning all surfskis with a beam great then 20 inches will no longer race in the FSK class. The intent is to promote this new class of surfskis, as well as allow the traditional FSK racers (Fast Sea Kayak) to compete amongst each other in similar style kayaks.
Bill Kuklinski and Dana Gaines – Blackburn 2012 in their “SS20Plus” Surfskis
Photo by Shawn Burke
From the CARC web site:
The Surfski 20 Plus (SS20Plus) class is a new class for 2013. This class will include surfskis whose beam is greater then 20 inches (50.8 cm). A surfski is defined as closed hull front facing paddled boat with an open self bailing cockpit. Examples of surfskis included in this class are: Epic V8 & V6, Stellar S18S, Think EZE, Nelo Viper 55 Ski, Fenn Blue-Fin, etc. Anyone paddling a SS20Plus surfski can still participate in the HPK class if they would like, but no longer the FSK class like prior years. Both the HPK and SS20Plus will start at the same time.
Please visit Cape Ann Rowing Club – Event Rules and Boat Classifications for the more detailed information on all rules and boat classes.
Registration for both events is open. Essex River Registration Info. Blackburn Challenge Info. Please remember there are no walk-ons for the Blackburn Challenge and the price goes up from $65. to $75. on Saturday, June 22nd, midnight.
Look forward to seeing everyone at the Essex River Race next month!
Chris
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