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Post by ben on Apr 16, 2015 12:19:46 GMT -5
Anybody have an idea of what to expect for water this Saturday? Will it be as big as last year? Thanks.
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Post by charlie on Apr 16, 2015 14:39:23 GMT -5
On Tuesday it was running about the same level it was for the race last year. I checked it today and it has come up even higher.
You'll want to bring your big boy (or girl) pants for this one. They are also planning to run a short course again this year that ends at the Boy Scout camp, which still has a couple of fun rapids, but avoids the big stuff like Emerson, Crawfords, Papermill, and Cement Plant.
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Post by ben on Apr 16, 2015 18:32:02 GMT -5
I'll take your clothing advice Charlie, but I am really trying to decide what boat to bring. Sounds like I should keep it short and durable. Thanks.
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Post by Greg on Apr 16, 2015 21:24:05 GMT -5
Bigger than last year? Dang, I was hoping for a full race. Hopefully it comes down a little and we get the whole course. Anybody planning on doing a run down it tomorrow?
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Post by charlie on Apr 17, 2015 9:40:20 GMT -5
Greg, Mark and I are planning a run later today. We are meeting at Emerson Mill at 3:30.
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Post by Greg on Apr 17, 2015 10:45:06 GMT -5
Thanks for the reply, Charlie. I won't be able to make today's run with you. I'm still up in the air whether or not I want to do the drive to Bangor for a short Sou race since the water is so high. Have a great run!
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Post by ben on Apr 17, 2015 11:41:11 GMT -5
My understanding is that the "short course" is an option for people who want to avoid the big stuff(ending at Boyscout). I was under the impression that the full course was on for individuals who are up to it. I didn't see a time listed for sprints so I assume there is no sprint race?
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Post by clayton on Apr 17, 2015 14:22:28 GMT -5
There will be no Sprint on the SOU. The short course ends BEFORE MAnning Mill. There are no big rapids, but a few hundred yds of class II.
The long course WILL finish at the Waterworks. There may be a mandatory portage at Crawford due to wood in the river, but the race will end at the Waterworks.
The Marsh on Sunday will have a sprint at 10 am register by 9:30.
The DR at 12PM will include a short course for less experienced paddlers and the traditional 'bring it on course' for veterans.
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Post by Greg on Apr 17, 2015 14:46:26 GMT -5
Great news! Thanks for letting us know. I'll be up there this weekend for both races. I'm the handsome fella paddling the red Penobscot 16 with the most jury-rigged center seat you've ever seen. Looking forward to a nice weekend of paddling with all of you.
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