The legendary Kings Race was run under testing conditions in 8th July.
1.5 km run
3.5 km ski
750 metre run
750 metre swim
2 km board paddle
1.5 km run
Check out this stunning overhead photography to get a taste of what the competitors had to deal with
The Youth team won the Devon Championships at Saunton on Saturday 24th June. 27 of Woolacombe’s finest competed in challenging surf conditions through a jellyfish and seaweed infested ocean! They rose to the challenge and put in some great individual and team performances. We beat Saunton SLS who came second by over 400 points.
The king’s race recreates the legendary endurance ironman
Compete individually, or in a relay team of up to three competitors
1.5 km run.
3.5 km ski.
750 metre run.
750 metre swim.
2 km board paddle.
1.5 km run.
It’s on!! Friday 7th July 2023, 7.15pm start, £10 entry. Start gathering your team of four (mixed or single sex) or enter as an individual. 3.3 mile dash to the end of the beach and back.Kindly and generously sponsored by The Red Barn, top prizes to be won.Over 18s for the main race.Proceeds go towards …
Woolacombe Nippers runner up overall.
Topping the medal table with 22 golds, 20 silvers and 17 bronzes, and coming second overall to Branksome Chine the competition hosts, an amazing result for a small team.
In July, the Kings Race returned to Woolacombe beach! With two separate events – the full iron and the iron-minus-ski – both teams and individuals completed the challenge in an all new M shaped course format! The evening was enjoyable (for the spectators!) and a success, raising £170 for the club. Stay tuned for next …
