2025

The Mini Slalom Series is a series of 3 warm up races for the 2025 season. The series is handicapped to allow to any competitor to win the overall race. Each class will have a handicap time that will be deducted from your actual race time.  

The cost is £9 for a first entry and £5 for subsequent entries. This will be shown as a one off launch fee of £4 + an entry fee of £5.

We would prefer if you could enter online for the event before hand so we are aware of numbers etc. however the online entries will remain open for entries on the day until 09:30 / 10:00. This will be confirmed closer to the day.  

We will provide all race bibs for the event.

Schedule

Saturday 25th January

Course construction until approx. 11am. Free practice after that.

Please note that Slalom School will be using part of the river between 10 and 12am so not all the course may be available for practice during this time

Sunday 26th January

Free practice until 10.45

1st runs start 11.00

IMPORTANT - In order to access the results spreadsheet, you will need to have Google Sheets installed on your device. Please download this free app before coming to Stone. Once you have opened the link to the results spreadsheet, you can then leave it open. The results will be updated approx. every 15 mins. 

There will be no cost for protests but we ask that competitors are sensible with their protests.

Prizes

Prizes will be awarded by division and class according to entry numbers. The allocation of prizes will be as follows:

· Between 1 and 5 entries: 1st

· Between 6 and 9 entries: 1st  and 2nd 

· 10 or more entries: 1st, 2nd and 3rd

· Overall 1st, 2nd & 3rd

Those that compete in all three races without winning a prize will be rewarded with race mug.

INCLUDES KAYAK CROSS RACE

The Mini Slalom Series is a series of 3 warm up races for the 2025 season. The series is handicapped to allow to any competitor to win the overall race. Each class will have a handicap time that will be deducted from your actual race time.  

The cost is £9 for a first entry and £5 for subsequent entries. This will be shown as a one off launch fee of £4 + an entry fee of £5.

We would prefer if you could enter online for the event before hand so we are aware of numbers etc. but online entries will remai n open for entries on the day until 09:30 / 10:00 TBC.

We will provide all race bibs for the event.

Schedule

Saturday 8th February

Course construction until approx. 11am. Free practice after that.

Slalom School will be using part of the river between 10 and 12am so not all the course may be available for practice during this time

Sunday 9th February

Free practice until 10.45

1st runs start 11.00

Kayak Cross race approx. 16.00 – enter on the day

IMPORTANT - In order to access the results spreadsheet, you will need to have Google Sheets installed on your device. Please download this free app before coming to Stone. Once you have opened the link to the results spreadsheet, you can then leave it open. The results will be updated approx. every 15 mins. 

There will be no cost for protests.

Prizes

Prizes will be awarded by division and class according to entry numbers. The allocation of prizes will be as follows:

· Between 1 and 5 entries: 1st

· Between 6 and 9 entries: 1st  and 2nd 

· 10 or more entries: 1st, 2nd and 3rd

· Overall 1st, 2nd & 3rd

Those that compete in all three races without winning a prize will be rewarded with race mug.

 INCLUDES TOP 10 SHOOTOUT FINAL

The Mini Slalom Series is a series of 3 warm up races for the 2025 season. The series is handicapped to allow to any competitor to win the overall race. Each class will have a handicap time that will be deducted from your actual race time.  

The cost is £9 for a first entry and £5 for subsequent entries. This will be shown as a one off launch fee of £4 + an entry fee of £5.

We would prefer if you could enter online for the event before hand so we are aware of numbers etc. but online entries will remai n open for entries on the day until 09:30 / 10:00 TBC.

We will provide all race bibs for the event.

Schedule

Saturday 22nd February

Course construction until approx. 11am. Free practice after that.

Slalom School MAY be using part of the river between 10 and 12am so not all the course may be available for practice during this time TBC.

Sunday 23rd February

Free practice until 10.45

1st runs start 11.00

TOP 10 SHOOTOUT FINAL approx. 16.20

IMPORTANT - In order to access the results spreadsheet, you will need to have Google Sheets installed on your device. Please download this free app before coming to Stone. Once you have opened the link to the results spreadsheet, you can then leave it open. The results will be updated approx. every 15 mins. 

There will be no cost for protests.

Prizes

Prizes will be awarded by division and class according to entry numbers. The allocation of prizes will be as follows:

· Between 1 and 5 entries: 1st

· Between 6 and 9 entries: 1st  and 2nd 

· 10 or more entries: 1st, 2nd and 3rd

· Overall 1st, 2nd & 3rd

Those that compete in all three races without winning a prize will be rewarded with race mug.

Thursday evening Div 4. Changing rooms available from 5.30pm, practice and race starts at 6pm.

Breadalbane Canoe Club would like to welcome you to our Division 3/4 race at our Aberfeldy Slalom Site. The site is based just outside Aberfeldy - PH152EB next to Beyond Adventure Outdoor Centre. The course is set in small inlet off the River Tay and has a very slight flow of water, it is ideal for beginners and depending on water levels, most of the course you can just about stand up in. Like most other clubs we are really struggling for volunteers to help run the competition - we would really appreciate volunteers for judging, timing control and safety - please contact me if you can help - ewanwr@hotmail.co.uk

Practice There is very limited space to practice and warm up areas. The course should be set up on the Friday night for free practise and we will publish staggered practise times for both the Saturday and Sunday nearer the time. We ask paddlers to do a land based warm up before entering the water. Access to the river will need to be controlled due to the single entry and exit points, please listen to the staff on the day who will advise where you can get in and out. Please do not use the old walkway bridge at the far end of the course - this is not safe.

Parking Beyond adventure have very kindly allowed us to use their car park, stewards will guide you to a space but please be considerate as Beyond Adventure has also their own customers visiting

Toilets/Changing Beyond Adventure have very kindly let us use their brand new built toilet and changing facilities, please respect and treat it accordingly, we do ask if you could donate a £1 per person fee per day so we can contribute towards the sceptic tank empty

Catering We will have some basic Catering with hot drinks and soup both on Saturday and Sunday Camping We do not offer any overnight camping at this site. 

LOCATION: The event will be held on the River Tay in the Village of Grandtully. Follow signs from the A9 to Aberfeldy. The site can be found on the right hand side of the road in the centre of Grandtully. Sat Nav code PH9 0PL 

PARKING: The only parking on the day is in the Paddle Scotland car park in Grandtully. There will be an overflow car park available in the case of larger numbers. In the interests of maintaining good relations with local residents and businesses, competitors and families are politely requested not to park in car parks belonging to local commercial concerns or associated side streets. 

FACILITIES: Refreshments will be available from approx 8am, serving a selection of hot and cold drinks, soup, filled rolls, etc as well as a fantastic array of home baking to cheer us all up! . Changing and showering facilities can be found in the Paddle Scotland car park. Paddlers are welcome to use the toilet block to change and shower. Please do not leave any kit or clothing etc in the shower area or toilets at any time. Anything that is left will be removed. Please remove any very wet or muddy gear before entering the facilities. 

COURSE CLOSURE: The course is likely to be set from 12pm on Friday.  

Paddlers are reminded to take care when crossing the road from the car park to the slalom site. Children should be supervised at all times.  

Site Postcode: S35 0GG

What3Words: bills.fades.below

There is camping on site for Friday and Saturday night, please email the organiser to book a place.

Please be aware of the Sheffield Clean Air Zone and check using this link: https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/clean-air-zone-sheffield 

Saturday: We will run teams with entries taken on the day. WWR after the slalom, entries taken on the day.

Sunday: Fun C2 event with an emphasis on family entries. Prizes for first C2 crews made up of an adult and either a J8, J10, J12, J14 in the front. You can enter as prem/3 or div 4. Entries will be taken on the day, please enter before 10:00am on the Sunday.

On the day entries will be accepted until 10am both days, payment can be made with cash or card. 

 Cars are not charged to use Bradford's Clean Air Zone. Larger vehicles may be - please check prior to travelling, to inform your journey choice: https://www.bradford.gov.uk/breathe-better-bradford/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/ Camping available. 

 We will be having camping on site and it will be necessary to pre-book.

A link to a form will be be put here and sent with the information pack

There will be a charge for camping.  Priority will be given to helpers.

We will be having catering on site during the race.

If time allows we will have team runs

  Camping available £7 per person for whole weekend. Access for camping from Friday 5pm. Precise location for camping access via car - https://maps.app.goo.gl/bckLZ4W7PpCczrg67

Park on grass near gate for camping, come and get key from Control.

Canteen open from 9am Saturday and Sunday. Toilets and changing rooms available.

Boats & gear available to borrow.

On the day fees accepted. 

Card payments available.

Precise event car park location - https://maps.app.goo.gl/eNRC8xBtsmHjCmNT6

 Please check the National Whitewater Centre web site for release information to confirm the water release.

A Whatsapp group will be created to share the latest information.

Paddleups will go on a waiting list and will be made available according to the agreed guidelines in the yearbook.

Depending on the release times more entries may be granted nearer the time. 

We will be working closely with the centre to run a  safe event. 

 Thursday evening Div 4. Changing rooms available from 5.30pm, practice and race starts at 6pm. 

  We will be having camping on site and it will be necessary to pre-book.

A link to a form will be be put here and sent with the information pack

There will be a charge for camping.  Priority will be given to helpers.

We will be having catering on site during the race.

If time allows we will have team runs

 LOCATION: The event will be held on the River Tay in the Village of Grandtully. Follow signs from the A9 to Aberfeldy. The site can be found on the right hand side of the road in the centre of Grandtully. Sat Nav code PH9 0PL 

PARKING: The only parking on the day is in the Paddle Scotland car park in Grandtully. There will be an overflow car park available in the case of larger numbers. In the interests of maintaining good relations with local residents and businesses, competitors and families are politely requested not to park in car parks belonging to local commercial concerns or associated side streets. 

FACILITIES: Refreshments will be available from approx 8am, serving a selection of hot and cold drinks, soup, filled rolls, etc as well as a fantastic array of home baking to cheer us all up! . Changing and showering facilities can be found in the Paddle Scotland car park. Paddlers are welcome to use the toilet block to change and shower. Please do not leave any kit or clothing etc in the shower area or toilets at any time. Anything that is left will be removed. Please remove any very wet or muddy gear before entering the facilities. 

COURSE CLOSURE: The course is likely to be set from 12pm on Friday.  

Paddlers are reminded to take care when crossing the road from the car park to the slalom site. Children should be supervised at all times.  

Site post code: DL12 9TN

A camping field will be available onsite for tents, campervans and caravans - £7.50 per vehicle per night - no booking required.

Catering will be available both days serving a range of delicious hot breakfasts and lunches as well as sweet treats and hot drinks all day. Bring your own mug for 20p off hot drinks!

There will be a WWR event after the slalom on Saturday with boats available to borrow.

 Please check the National Whitewater Centre web site for release information to confirm the water release.

A Whatsapp group will be created to share the latest information.

Paddleups will go on a waiting list and will be made available according to the agreed guidelines in the yearbook.

Depending on the release times more entries may be granted nearer the time. 

We will be working closely with the centre to run a  safe event. 

Site Postcode: S35 0GG

What3Words: bills.fades.below

There is camping on site for Friday and Saturday night, please email the organiser to book a place.

Please be aware of the Sheffield Clean Air Zone and check using this link: https://www.sheffield.gov.uk/clean-air-zone-sheffield 

Saturday: We will run teams with entries taken on the day.

Sunday: Fun C2 event with an emphasis on family entries. Prizes for first C2 crews made up of an adult and either a J8, J10, J12, J14 in the front. You can enter as prem/3 or div 4. Entries will be taken on the day, please enter before 10:00am on the Sunday.

On the day entries will be accepted until 10am both days, payment can be made with cash or card.

 Thursday evening Div 4. Changing rooms available from 5.30pm, practice and race starts at 6pm. 

Cars are not charged to use Bradford's Clean Air Zone. Larger vehicles may be - please check prior to travelling, to inform your journey choice: https://www.bradford.gov.uk/breathe-better-bradford/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/where-is-the-clean-air-zone/ Camping available.

Enhanced entry fees (tbc) will apply