RNLI funDAY Paddleboarding dash and sprint technical race
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We’re The SUP Store, a paddleboarding school and shop on the River Avon in Christchurch. We’ve teamed up with RNLI Mudeford to host two epic SUP races – come join us and help create a fun spectacle for this fundraising event!
race 1 - paddleboarding FUN Sprint Dash up board length 12'6
free entry
🚨 SUP SPRINT RACE! 🚨
💥 For beginners to intermediates who are up for a laugh, a little challenge, and a lot of fun!
🏁 What’s the deal?
Up to 20 paddlers line up, sprint 200m to the buoy and back —
📸 Photographers + a cheering crowd = epic vibes.
🎯 Race Rules:
✔ Over 18s only
✔ Boards up to 12’6 (inflatable or hard)
✔ Basic paddle skills required
✔ PFD + leash must be worn
✔ Race number (provided) goes on your leg
🚫 No contact – this is all about fun!
Let’s make it a spectacle 💦
Sign up now – limited spots!
race 2 - paddleboarding technical sprint up to 14’
race 2 - paddleboarding TECHNICAL BOARD length UP TO 14’
free entry
🔥 SUP CHALLENGE RACE 🔥
We’ve teamed up with RNLI Mudeford for a fast, fun, and competitive race at their fundraising event!
💪 This one’s for experienced paddlers who love tight turns, tough laps, and racing shoulder-to-shoulder with local legends from BAY SUP.
🏁 Race Format:
4-lap triangle course:
➡ Paddle to the first buoy, turn anti-clockwise
➡ Head to the second buoy, turn anti-clockwise
➡ Then a mad dash back to the start buoy — and repeat x4!
🚀 Fast turns and fitness will be key.
🎯 Race Rules:
✔ Over 18s only
✔ Boards up to 14’ (inflatable or hard)
✔ Solid skills & confident turns required
✔ PFD + leash must be worn
✔ Race number (provided) goes on your leg
🚫 No contact – competitive but clean!
Think you can hang with the crew? Limited spots – sign up now!
