,you mean the dreaded PTWoody handicap system is back for this summer too,
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Cammo, the course will be clearly marked and outlined before the race.
There will also be a lead paddler to follow so you don't get lost!
based on Dave's d/w yesterday he would surely move up to be a contender, with the dark horse Camo set to move up to the front of the field also....
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Tickets booked now I just Need to find my 4/3 wetsuit so I don't freeze in that Melbourne water. And a board to use on the day looking forward to it, sounds like its going to be a good day
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Prize update.
Apart from trophies, vouchers and a bunch of other prizes we wanted to let you know that Highly Tuned Athletes are kindly donating 3 of the latest Garmen multi sport watches/devices. The 910XT value at about $450.http://www.highlytunedathletes.com.au/Garmin-Forerunner-910XT-HRM.html
There will be one to first Male and first Female across the line.
The third watch is the fun one for the majority who don't think they can win. This one goes to the "extra-ordinary" act of the day. Now we will leave that to your imagination!!
The forecast is looking great for Sunday. We hope to see you there
Dave
QuickBlade have also come on board with prizes.. At this stage the weather is looking good.. 
DJ
Looking forward to coming down this friday. Please order some nice weather for the race 
Xx angie
Looks like great weather for the weekend Woody should be a smoking day what time is sign in 7.30?
Looks like quite a few are coming up from the coast for this one 2.
Phill
It's more of a quadrangle than a rectangle really. About 3.9km each lap.
Rego is from 7.30am.
This is roughly last years course. Seems that the plan is do it again this year. 2 Laps. Starts in the North, clockwise laps.
Running Sheet for the GMP2011
0730-0845 Registration for 8km race and 2km social paddle
0850 8km race briefing
0900 8km race start
0910 Demo boards and kids paddle lesson
0915-0945 2 km social paddle registration continues
1000-1030 8km race finish and set for kids race. under 14, 12, 10
1030 Kids race/races. about 200m each
1045 2km social paddle briefing.
1055 2km social paddle start
1130 on Presentations and prizes.
There will be food, drink, coffee and ice creams available during the day.
See you on the water
The Great Melbourne Paddle is now officially the opening race of the VICTORIAN FLAT WATER SUP CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES!!!
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/22191429/VFWSCS
SUP VIC team up with Surfing Victoria to present the inaugural Victorian Flat Water Sup Championship Series
Victoria's largest Stand Up Paddle Organisation, SUP VIC (Stand Up Paddle Victoria Inc.) has teamed with Victoria's premier surf sporting body, Surfing Victoria, to present the inaugural Victorian Flat Water SUP Championship Series.
The five-race series commences with the Great Melbourne Paddle this Sunday 4th December at Green Point, Brighton Beach.
The Flat Water Championship Series will combine SUP VIC's signature event, with key races from other clubs, promoters and retailers along Port Phillip Bay.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/22191429/VFWSCS_partners
The series will work on a points accrual system, with entry and placing in each race counting towards the final crowning of the Victorian Flat Water SUP Champion at the end of the season.
Competitors will accrue their three highest point scoring rounds, culminating in acknowledgement of the state champion for flat water in each category at the Surfing Victoria SUP State Titles in Torquay on 26th February, 2012.
"We are delighted to partner with Surfing Victoria in this championship series, combining each of the longest running Victorian stand up paddle races at several iconic bayside beaches" said SUP VIC President Paul Harrington.
"In this inaugural championship season, we are especially pleased to welcome the promoters of all the major events, including RPS the Boardstore, SHQ Boardsports, The ZU, and SUP HQ".
"With the championship decided over five rounds, we are certain to see some intense racing in all categories and the crowning of very deserving state champions."
Categories will include:
Men's Open (Unlimited)
Women's Open (Unlimited)
Men's 12'6" and under
Women's 12'6" and under
Senior Men's (45+)
Senior Women's (45+)
Junior Boys (Under 18)
Junior Girls (Under 18)
The Victorian Flat Water Championship Series consists of five races over the 2011-12 summer:
Dec 4 - SUP VIC / Starboard Great Melbourne Paddle - Green Point, Brighton Beach
Jan 22 - THE ZU Spirit of ZuMania Race - West St.Kilda to Port Melbourne
Jan 26 - SUP HQ Port Phillip Cup - St Kilda Beach
Feb 12 - SHQ Race To The Cerberus - Sandringham Beach
Feb 18 - RPS/Starboard King Of The Cerb - Half Moon Bay / Black Rock
For more information, contact SUP VIC:
info@supvic.com
or visit the SUP VIC website: www.supvic.com
Excellent. Well done SUP Vic.
Have you sorted out how the winner is decided. Points system, aggregate of times, best 3 of 5 race placings (lowest aggregate), highest monetary donation contributor to SUP Vic 
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We have until Jan 22 (Race 2) to sort something out... Record times & classes for Race 1, and work that stuff out later!
If I knew more about Statistics, I would run a tote! But some rogue Queensland visitors might stuff me up. But that raises another question... I'd guess that a Queenslander can't win the Vicco State Titles?
I have a Naish Glide 14 Footer (original model, yellow rails and base) that is available to borrow for the race. No takers yet. Sure, it's not the fastest 14'er around (it's a DownWind board), but it's a damn site faster than 10 foot surf SUP's. PM me.
But some rogue Queensland visitors might stuff me up. But that raises another question... I'd guess that a Queenslander can't win the Vicco State Titles?
