Ms. Dew Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 I've just signed up to volunteer on the water at the upcoming Run of the Charles paddling race. Was curious to see if any other NSPN paddlers would either be participating in the kayak race or volunteering with me. I'll be at the BU bridge on the Cambridge side to keep an eye out for the relay participants. Curiosity piqued? Check out details here: https://www.crwa.org/events/runofthecharles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Sylvester Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 Slight hijack...I have always wanted to do one of the races but getting back to the car seems a hassle. I suppose Uber could work. Anyone have thoughts on logistics? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gyork Posted February 21 Share Posted February 21 7 hours ago, Paul Sylvester said: Slight hijack...I have always wanted to do one of the races but getting back to the car seems a hassle. I suppose Uber could work. Anyone have thoughts on logistics? Bring your foam pads/straps, Uber (multiple?) call(s), and add a big tip at the end? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leong Posted February 24 Share Posted February 24 (edited) Hi Paul, I used to race the six-mile event because the start and finish are in the same place. Long time no see. I do most of my paddling in southeast FL now. Leon Edited February 24 by leong Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Dew Posted February 24 Author Share Posted February 24 8 hours ago, leong said: Hi Paul, I used to race the six-mile event because the start and finish are in the same place. Long time no see. I do most of my paddling in southeast FL now. Leon Paul, a quick read of the race packet indicates the 3 and 6 mile races are loops. Parking info towards the back. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/62f29bd77847013a6cd07cce/t/65c3f3e021ba255eafe3cabc/1707340769911/2024+Race+Book+(3).pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leong Posted February 24 Share Posted February 24 On 2/21/2024 at 4:00 AM, Paul Sylvester said: Slight hijack...I have always wanted to do one of the races but getting back to the car seems a hassle. I suppose Uber could work. Anyone have thoughts on logistics? Paul, The other reason I always entered the 6-mile race is there are no portages. The last thing I wanted to do was carry a $3 thousand kayak and run with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Sylvester Posted February 27 Share Posted February 27 Uber would be just for me to get my car and then I would drive back to get my boat. Yes, the three- and six-mile races are loops. But that is just a sprint that would be over in no time. Too much driving for too much hassle right now. Leon, I did my first race training around Cape Ann with you back in 99 and it was a great day. Enjoy South FLA, the inlets, warmth and out running gators... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall Posted March 7 Share Posted March 7 Hi Paul, I'm doing the solo 9 mile race. Setting up shuttle sounds better than calling a cab? Give a call to coordinate. Marshall 845-242-4731 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Sylvester Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 19 hours ago, Marshall said: Hi Paul, I'm doing the solo 9 mile race. Setting up shuttle sounds better than calling a cab? Give a call to coordinate. Marshall 845-242-4731 Game on! I'll reach out soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall Posted March 11 Share Posted March 11 Cool! My buggy can transport 4 boats. Anyone else want in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Dew Posted March 13 Author Share Posted March 13 I've volunteered to monitor relay racers from the BU bridge. I'm hoping to get some advice from a coordinator sometime before the event to figure out where I can park and/or drop off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Sylvester Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 On 3/8/2024 at 4:20 AM, Paul Sylvester said: Game on! I'll reach out soon. Marshall, Going to pass because the juice is not worth the squeeze. Too many questions about parking availability and the hassle factor. OTOH.. I'll see you at the Blackburn. I am entered in FSK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Guglielmetti Posted Saturday at 07:42 PM Share Posted Saturday at 07:42 PM Snagged first for K2 and second overall in the 6 mile. Fun race, very quick paddlers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David M Posted Sunday at 12:18 PM Share Posted Sunday at 12:18 PM Congrats Joe!!! What was your time, boat and paddle? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms. Dew Posted Monday at 10:30 AM Author Share Posted Monday at 10:30 AM On 4/27/2024 at 3:42 PM, Joe Guglielmetti said: Snagged first for K2 and second overall in the 6 mile. Fun race, very quick paddlers! Awesome! I was at the red buoy about a mile or so upstream of the finish. Took some video and will see if I caught you in action. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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