Description of the event/competition concept
The AWP extreme kayaking world championship is back in Voss! Once again we invite the best kayakers in the world to fight for the world champion title. The competition is an individual time trial sprint down a steep technical section of whitewater. With our beautiful and mighty rivers here in Voss, we are sure to have an event to remember. New this year is that juniors will also be welcome to compete in the qualifications alongside the best of the best!
Event/competition time & date
Wednesday 26th of June 17.00-20.00 - bibs, gear check and briefing (athletes only)
Thursday 27th of June 09:30 - qualification
Friday 28th of June 10.00 - quarterfinal
12.15 - semifinal
14.00 - final
Find a more detailed schedule here.
Classes
- Junior women
- Junior open
- Women senior
- Open Senior
Level
Expert (grade 4)
Equipment
- Mass-produced creek boat
- Helmet
- Sufficient protection against cold water
- Closed river boots
- Whitewater buoyancy aid
- Throw bag
Read more about the rules here.
Meeting point
Locations will be decided closer to the race, according to the water levels.
Registration/Sign Up
Sign up for the competition here;
https://booking.ekstremsportveko.com/en-GB/tickets/65e8ab7e7263eb001207c61b (You must have a valid extreme pass to sign up).
Registration opens: 15th of March
The discounted Pass period ends; the 15th of April
Registration closes: 15th of June
