Entry Conditions

 Entry Refunds & Cancellations

Entry cancellations can be made up to two weeks before the event date when a refund (less 20% administration fee) will be made. Refunds will not be given after this date. Please send requests for refunds in writing to contact@oceanpaddler.com. If the event has to be cancelled due to weather conditions or natural disasters or any other reason so deemed by the organisers, the event will be rescheduled where possible and no refunds will be issued.

Equipment Requirements

• All Surf ski, SUP, OC1 competitors must wear an approved Level 50 Lifejacket or greater (hi-vis preferred & recommended). An approved Level 50S Lifejacket can only be worn with a hi-vis shirt over the top. No black or dull colour lifejackets will be permitted. No inflatable bum bag style lifejackets are permitted except for prone paddleboard competitors
• Prone paddleboard competitors only are permitted to wear and approved Level 100 Inflatable bum bag lifejackets. Oceanpaddler will have these available to purchase or hire. Please contact us prior.
• Prone paddleboard competitors must wear a hi-vis shirt.
• All competitors must wear a Safety Leg Leash – a leash that attaches the paddler to the craft
• All competitors must wear the electronic timing chip provided at registration
• It is recommended to wear hi-vis hat / clothing
• It is recommended to carry a mobile phone in a water proof bag
• It is recommended to carry water for the race

A list of approved lifejackets can be found here. 

Scrutineering of compulsory equipment may take place at registration on race morning. Please ensure you have the correct equipment

Race Rules

All competitors must abide by the following race rules:

• Wear / carry the mandatory equipment as outlined above (‘The Chucky’ event)
• Register for the event on the morning of the race and collect the timing chip
• Attend the pre-race briefing prior to the start
• Stop and help any other competitor/s in difficulty whilst on the course
• Follow the event course at all times
• Follow the direction of water safety officials at all times 
• If a competitor withdraws mid-event they must notify the event officials either in person or by phone to be formally withdrawn from the event. Official contact numbers will be available at registration.