Avon descent full distance single or double avon descent relay team. The town of bassendean invites families to view the avon descent from the banks of beautiful point reserve. Its very important that support crew also read and understand these rules and specifications. Jun 17, 2015 the avon descent is described as western australias own unique sporting event that attracts competitors and spectators from throughout australia and overseas. Not doing so could jeopardise your competitors entry. If you are prepared to start training you can prepare for the avon descent find a paddling buddy to accompany you, this will make you more accountable for when you decide you would prefer to. A nineyearold boy had to be rescued from the rocks after falling off a bridge while watching his father compete in the avon descent. This event will be run under the marathon racing rules. The avon descent is described as western australias own unique sporting event that attracts competitors and spectators from throughout australia and overseas. Avon descent is within the scope of wikiproject australia, which aims to improve wikipedia s coverage of australia and australiarelated topics. Since mid of 1998 we are extending our web to cover all other games released or abouttobe released by volition, inc. Spirits prs ski was designed for speed in both ocean and river paddling.
Paddling is a big sport in south africa and they have bred some superb paddlers. Collect the department of transport will notify you when. Nov 25, 2016 rver levels for recreational purposes such as the avon descent. The avon descent is a 3 km paddling time trial held over two days in western australia and its the longest whitewater race in the world. Avon descent 2014 highlights from media release productions. Avon descent support unit avon descent support unit home. Avon descenters challenge the avon and swan rivers in a variety of paddle and power craft in an exciting twoday time trial over 124 gruelling kilometres. A personal email address not a work or shared address is highly recommended. Spatial data download water information reporting river level. Anderssons first appearance in more than a decade in next months avon descent marks a homecoming for the boy from herne hill who won. Download premium images you cant get anywhere else. Some gopro footage from day two of the 2016 avon descent. And for anyone wondering what the avon descent is check out this you tube video produced by a local paddler and his friends. These provide near realtime river level information that is widely.
Watch descent full movie in hd visit a college coed is brutally raped and struggles alone to rebuild her life, b. Avon descent family fun days perths eastern region. Download spatial data via the data download tool or contact us at spatial. The avon river is dry in summer and only really comes to life in winter, hence the timing for this race. In the beautiful setting of the avon valley the two c class diesels are seen here at the west end of west toodyay yard whilst running. The avon descent is an annual white water event over a 3 kilometre course along the avon and swan rivers.
It includes both paddle craft kayaks, surf skis and small motor boats, and runs from northam to the perth suburb of bayswater. Has a few scratches in the hull from river use and had a couple of patches professionally done after the avon last year but now fully ready to race. The avon descent train is shown here having just arrived in west toodyay. Avon descent is within the scope of the wikiproject water sports, a collaborative effort to improve wikipedia s coverage of water sports. Ad getting your avon descent number plate download application submit application 1. To access all the features of this site you need to log in or sign up. When you start the avon tracker it will give you the option for the settings screen. Avon descent 2017 telecharger mp3 gratuite telecharger vlc. The department operates a number of monitoring stations along the avon river in western australia. The departments monitoring records are freely available to the public in the interests of promoting better water management throughout the state. Your craft power craft paddle craft last reported location show my craft only.
Avon descent 2017 powerboats hires images are 3000 pixels on the long edge when purchased. As thousands converge on the avon valley on the weekend of 34 august for the 2019 avon descent, arc infrastructure is reminding participants. View the avon descent from one of our picturesque riverside reserves. The skis slight rocker is crucial for enjoyable ocean paddling. The avon descent a spectacular 124 km race over two days through some of western australias most picturesque scenery. One of the highest water levels weve seen in 10years of covering the event what a thrilling weekend. It takes place over two days and depending on water levels is usually held in august each. A great performer winning every avon descent lp1 race since its. With 100 more competitors than in previous years taking on the avon descent this year, it may be safe to say the event is as popular as ever. August 3, 2019 august 4, 2019 avon descent practice day. If you would like to participate, you can visit the project page, where you can join the project and see a list of open tasks. Come and experience the action and adventure of the avon descent this saturday and sunday august 34. Official page of the avon descent hell or high water.
This page is a fan page and discussion forum dedicated to all things to do with the avon descent and avon descent power boat racing. Participation is in two or threeperson teams, solo. Find highquality avon descent stock photos and editorial news pictures from getty images. The descent network hosts the biggest websites for descentrelated information and download since mid of 97. Avon descent mercia canoe club canoeing and kayaking. The race is held over eight stages and spectators are able to watch much of the race on the banks of the various river points of the swan and avon rivers. The 1999 avon descent the worlds greatest white water event background the avon descent runs from the town of northam to the suburb of bayswater on the first weekend in august each year. Start this article has been rated as startclass on the projects quality scale. These provide near realtime river level information that is widely used by organisers and participants in the annual avon descent white water race. Decent turnout for avon descent the west australian. The avon descent is an annual, twoday, white water event along the avon and swan rivers in.
Safety competency testing is aimed at ensuring that competitors. This will become your myavon username and where we will send all avon descent correspondence. This testing course covered 10 miles and 6 weirs or portages. The avon descent festival is not just the two day epic. The avon descent is a 2 day 124km white water river race near perth, western australia. The avon descent 2017 stratford to bidford on avon, organised by mercia canoe club. The avon descent one of was most iconic and longest running multisport races avon descent 124km race saturday 1st and sunday 2nd augustcomplete the legendary 124km race over two days in a. The avon descent is a legendary event in perth and has a long history starting in 1973 initially established. Avon descent safety briefing 2018 download file all paddle competitors are required to provide evidence of competency to participate in the avon descent safety and competency assessment. Ensure you have the current version from your appplay store. Avon descent calls olympian ramon andersson paddle wa. Support crews access the data via the avon descent website. If you would like to participate, visit the project page. The avon descent is an event for the whole family to experience and enjoy the thrills and spills of a great wild water event.
Almost 500 competitors took to the water, with the highest number. We also run a whole range of shorter races over the festival weekend, with something for everyone regardless of skill level or time commitment. A great performer winning every avon descent lp1 race since its inception in 2008 and current avon descent lp1 category record holder. Northams avon descent association announced the 46th annual edition of western australias longest running annual multisport adventure race at the 2018 event launch on 21 march at the spectacular. First held in 1973, the avon descent is western australias own unique sporting event. Paddle sat am dash paddle training so you want to enter the avon descent. Be vigilant around the railways during the avon descent arc. The avon descent one of was most iconic and longest running multisport races avon descent 124km race saturday 1st and sunday 2nd augustcomplete the legendary 124km race over two days in a single or double paddlecraft or as part of a powercraft team. Power dinghy racing club the original and the best since 1978.
Be vigilant around the railways during the avon descent arc infrastructure is reminding participants, spectators and the wider community to be safe and vigilant around the railway this avon descent. The act belong commit adsu is a volunteer group formed to assist with the conduct of the avon descent, held annually on the first. The avon tracker mobile app is designed for the competitor only. Avon descent 2017 paddlers hires images are 3000 pixels on the long edge when purchased. For many years, the club ran an annual national canoe marathon descent race from stratfordonavon to bidfordonavon. A personal email address not a work or shared address.
The avon descent is an annual, twoday, white water event along the avon and swan rivers in western australia. Avon descent is nearly upon us weve got northam avon descent association chairman, and avon legend. Adjustable foot pedal system on all models, large seat pod with venturi drain kit in cockpit. Avon descent safety briefing 2018 download file all paddle competitors are required to provide evidence of competency to participate in the avon descent safety and competency assessment competitors must demonstrate they have appropriate skills to handle the challenges of the river to be allowed to compete. The avon descent is western australias own unique sporting event that. August 4, 2018 august 5, 2018 avon descent practice day. Avon descent results past avon descent results can be found below. Alexis donkin reports this years avon descent could be more of a foot race due to very low water levels. Download team app now and search for avon descent support unit to enjoy our team app on the go. Apply download, complete and return your application form. Avon descent support unit avon descent support unit is a white water support teamclub based in northam bayswater, western australia, australia. Photographs of wildlife,landscapes,aviation, clouds and people.
Watch descent full movie in hd visit a college coed is brutally raped and struggles alone to rebuild her life. Avon descenters challenge the avon and swan rivers in a variety of paddle. Please note that this is a manual process and will take time to collect all the images. Watch as some of the worlds best competitors, and amateurs alike, jump in their kayaks to take on each other and the raging torrents.
For further information and details about the avon descent festival, check out the event website at the city of swan. It is the worlds largest white water river racing event, and is the. Cdma or modem equipment that allows you to download the latest data from the site. The avon descent is western australias own unique sporting event that attracts competitors and spectators from throughout australia and overseas. Official page of the avon descent, was iconic river race festival. Once purchased you will get a link to download the hires nonwatermarked images. Powercraft results 2019 results 2018 results 2017 results 2016 results 2015 results 2014 results 20 results 2012 results 2011. Download and plan using the festival program, which highlights the range of activities and schedule of events. The town of bassendean invites families to view the avon descent from the banks. The avon descent is the longest white water canoe race in the world 124km over 2 days, and is the only river race where powercraft and paddlecraft race on the same river at the same time.
The avon challenge is held on the swan river, over the last 15km of the avon descent course. Oct 21, 2009 the avon descent was starting to develop a prominent reputation particularly in places such as south africa. This year the paddlers decided that the tv network that has the broadcast. Pay once you have received email confirmation that your requested plate is available.
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