Hong Kong SUP Championship 香港直立板錦標賽 2023

Race Introduction
賽事簡介

Exciting news for all Stand Up Paddling enthusiasts! Registration for the 2023 Hong Kong Stand Up Paddling Championship is now open! Paddlers of any skill level are now invited to participate in this highly anticipated race, which promises to be a thrilling experience for everyone involved. 

This year’s championship introduces a brand new feature: novice groups. This is aimed at making the race more inclusive and allowing people of all experience levels to participate. Whether you are a seasoned paddler or a newcomer to the sport, this is your chance to compete against others or simply enjoy the exciting atmosphere of the race!

The championship itself is divided into two main categories, long distance and technical race. The long distance category is designed to test the endurance of the racers, as they paddle their way through a challenging course, while the technical race category is focused on the technical skills of the participants, as they navigate through a complex and demanding short course. Both categories are guaranteed to challenge the paddlers and provide an unforgettable experience.

So, what are you waiting for? Register now and join us in the 2023 Hong Kong Stand Up Paddling Championship, where you will have the opportunity to meet other Hong Kong SUPers, test your skills, and experience the thrill of this incredible sport!

2023 年香港直立板錦標賽現已開放報名!

無論你的技術水平如何,我們都誠意邀請你參加這場一年一度的直立板大型活動,一同體驗激動人心的比賽場面!

今年的香港直立板錦標賽特別引入了全新的新手組別,旨在使比賽更具包容性,讓各個技能水平的人都能參與。無論你是經驗豐富的直立板友,或是剛入門的新手,這都是你與其他直立板愛好者一較高下,或純粹享受比賽氣氛的絕好機會。

另外,錦標賽將分為兩個主要類別,長途賽和技巧賽。長途賽類別旨在測試選手的耐力,他們將在具有挑戰性的賽道上划行,而技巧賽則著重於參與者的划槳技巧,他們將在復雜的短賽道上競逐。

心動的你不要猶疑了,即刻報名參加 2023 年香港直立板錦標賽,係 9 月 與其他直立板愛好者一同相聚,測試你的直立板技術,並體驗直立板運動的精吧!

Race Details
賽事內容

Date 日期

17 / 9 / 2023 (SUN)

Venue 地點

Kei Ling Ha San Wai 企嶺下新圍

Race Groups 比賽組別

 

Open 公開組
Men’s Open Group 男子公開組 (Aged 8 or above 8歲或以上 )
Women’s Open Group 女子公開組 (Aged 8 or above 8歲或以上)

Adult 壯年組
 Men’s Adult Group 男子壯年組 (Aged 35 or above 35歲或以上)
Women’s Adult Group 女子壯年組 (Aged 35 or above 35歲或以上)

Youth 青年組
Men’s Youth Group 男子青年組  (Aged 8 -17 歲 )
Women’s Youth Group 女子青年組 (Aged 8 -17 歲 )

* Novice 新手組
男子新手公開組 Men’s Novice Open Group (Aged 18 or above 18歲或以上 ) 
女子新手公開組 Women’s Novice Open Group (Aged 18 or above 18歲或以上 )
男子新手青年組 Men’s Novice Youth Group (Aged 8 -17 歲 )
女子新手青年組 Women’s Novice Youth Group (Aged 8 -17 歲 ) 

*Novice groups are limited to those who have never participated in HKSURFSUP’s competitions
從未參與由本會所舉辦的比賽方可報名新手組別

Board types for groups above: hard boards or inflatables less than 14’ in length
以上組別板型限制:14 尺或以下的硬板或充氣板

Inflatable 充氣板組
Men’s Inflatable Group 男子充氣板組 (Aged 8 or above 8歲或以上)
Women’s Inflatable Group  女子充氣板組 (Aged 8 or above 8歲或以上)

Board types for groups above: inflatables less than 14’ in length
以上組別板型限制:14 尺或以下的充氣板

Race Categories 比賽項目

 

8 KM Distance Race 長途賽 + 1 KM Technical Race 技巧賽 
Open 公開組

4 KM Distance Race 長途賽 + 1 KM Technical Race 技巧賽
Adult 壯年組 
Inflatable 充氣板組
Youth 青年組

2 KM Technical Race 技巧賽
Novice 新手組

Race Format
賽制

All contestants will participate in two events (except for novice groups), and the total score will be calculated by adding up the points earned in both events. In the event of a tie, the participant with the better ranking in the long-distance race will take priority.

所有參賽者均會出戰兩個項目 (新手組別除外),總成績將以兩個項目所獲得的積分相加而成。
若果出現參賽者積分相同的情況,長途賽排名較佳者成績優先。

Point Allocation
積分分配表

Race Venue
比賽地點

Kei Ling Ha San Wai (Blue Sky Sports Club)
企嶺下水上活動中心 (藍天體育會)

Fees & Rental
費用及器材租賃

Registration Fee 報名費用

Novice Groups 新手組別:$300 / Head 每位 
Other Groups 其他組別:$480 / Head 每位 

Equipment Rental 硬板租借

$200 / Board 
Inflatables or Hard Boards are available
可選硬板或充氣板

Notice 注意事項

1. Equipment is limited and will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. 
裝備數量有限,以參賽者的報名先後次序作安排。

2. We do not offer walk-in rental services. Please book your rental in advance.
不設現場租借服務,請先預約。

Jersey Size
比賽制服尺寸

2023 Hong Kong SUP Championship 香港直立板錦標賽

Race Schedule
比賽時間表

Race Route
比賽路線

Scroll left or right to see all the maps
向左或向右滾動查看所有地圖

Awards
獎項

Race Registration
比賽報名

Registration Deadline 報名截止日期 

3 / 9 / 2023 

Payment Method 付款方式

1. Online Credit Card 網上信用卡
 (Visa / Master / AE / Union)

or 或 

2. Bank transfer 銀行轉賬
Bank of China 012-818-1-022092-5
HONG KONG SURF AND STANDUP PADDLE ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Training Registration
訓練報名

Only for Youth Groups 只限青少年組別

This 3+1 training program is specifically designed to prepare you for the 2023 Hong Kong SUP Championship, which will be held on September 17th. By enrolling in this training program, you will be automatically registered for the race at no extra cost or steps.

這個 3 + 1 訓練課程是專門為準備參加「2023 年香港直立板錦標賽」的你而設的,而該比賽將於 9 月 17 日舉行。註冊此訓練課程的同時您將自動登記參賽,無需額外費用或手續。

Payment Method 付款方式

1. Online Credit Card 網上信用卡
 (Visa / Master / AE / Union)

or 或 

2. Bank transfer 銀行轉賬
Bank of China 012-818-1-022092-5
HONG KONG SURF AND STANDUP PADDLE ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Safety Guidelines
安全指引

1. All participants must wear personal buoyancy aids/ leash during the race, otherwise result in disqualification.
(Personal buoyancy aids include life jackets, inflatable purses, inflatable vests, etc.) 所有參加者直立板時必須穿著個人浮具/腳繩,否則取消參賽資格 (個人浮具包含救生衣,充氣腰包,充氣背心等)

2. Follow the instructions of the safety boat 需要聽隨大會安全艇指示

Adverse Weather Arrangement
惡劣天氣安排

1.
The race will be cancelled if tropical cyclone warning signal no.3 or above or if a red or black rainstorm signal is hoisted by Hong Kong Observatory at 5:30 am on race day. 若比賽當天早上5時半香港天文台已發出3號或以上熱帶氣旋信號紅雨或黑雨暴風信號比賽將會取消。

2.
Therefore, participants of the race are highly recommended to check the weather forecast on the night before the competition or at 5:30 am on race day. 參賽者敬請在比賽前一天留意天氣情況。有關賽事安排,請於比賽當日早上5時30分留意各大電台或電視台之廣播。

3.
The race organizer is not responsible to inform participants that the race is cancelled due to the aforementioned weather condition. 大會保留是次活動的最終決定權,任何有關活動臨時改動或消息將以大會公布為準。

Health and Safety Advices
健康和安全建議

1. 
Participants are advised to take appropriate measures against sunburn and hypothermia/hyperthermia by applying sunscreen and wearing appropriate clothing.
請留意活動當日的天氣做好防曬或禦寒措施,例如防曬用品或穿着合適衣物等。

2.
Keep your body hydrated by drinking non-alcoholic/caffeine-free beverage to recover the water lost during the race.
緊記於比賽期間飲水為身體補充所流失的水分。

Insurance
保險

Public liability is covered by the organizer, and participants can insure themselves if they feel necessary.
大會將購買第三者保險,如有需要的參賽者可自行購買個人或相關保險。

Participant Notices
參賽者須知

1.
Participants must read the ‘Rules and Regulations carefully. Participants who completed the registration process agreed to abide by the Rules and Regulations of the race that they signed up for.
參賽者必須仔細閱讀『比賽規則』。報名申請一經遞交,即代表參賽者確認及同意接受一切賽事的規則、條款和安排。

2.
Paddlers are responsible that their health condition is suitable to take part in the race. In cases of doubt, please seek medical advice before entering the race.
參賽者必須確保其身體狀況適宜參加比賽。如有疑問,請先諮詢醫生的意見。

3.
Once the entry is accepted, the entry fee and submitted materials are non-refundable & non-transferable under any circumstances. Repeated entries to the same race will be counted as a single entry. The extra entry fee is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another applicant or race. Also, the submitted materials will not be returned.
參賽資格一經接納,報名費將不獲退還及不可轉讓。重複的報名將被算作單一的報名。額外的報名費不予退還,並不能轉移到其他申請人或賽事。提交的報名資料將不予退還。

4.
All prizes are not redeemable for cash.
所有禮品均不可兌換現金。

Rules and Regulations
賽事規則

1. 
All participants must register for their race entry at the registry 30 mins before the race start time published in the official race run-down. Failure to comply shall result in disqualification from the race. 所有參賽者必須於賽事開始前不少於30分鐘前報到,不遵守將導致比賽資格被取消。

2. 
All participants must wear their race jerseys assigned by HKSURFSUP during the race. A leash or Personal Floating Device is mandatory and must be worn during the race. 所有參賽者必須穿著大會分派之號碼衫作賽,並於比賽期間戴上連板腳繩或救生衣。

3. 
Entry categories and bibs are non-transferable. Violation will result in disqualification and no refund of the entry fee will be entertained. 所有參賽者不能轉讓其參賽名額及號碼布或與他人轉換組別。一經證實,有關參賽者的參賽資格將被取消,其報名費將不獲退還。

4. 
Participants who use their own SUP board, paddle, and PFD for the race should meet the requirement of HKSURFSUP. 參賽者可自備直立板、划槳及個人救生器材,但必須合乎大會比賽規格。

5. 
Participants will be disqualified if they do not start at the designated race category and start time assigned by the organizer. No result and finisher medals will be issued to those participants. 若參賽者沒有按照其指定參加之組別及時間起步,大會將取消其參賽資格。有關參賽者亦不會獲發成續及完賽獎牌。

6. 
The Chief Judge will announce three start commands (one minute, thirty seconds, and ten seconds) before the start of the race. If any racer makes a false start on the first start, the race will be restarted. If another false start was made by any racer afterward, that racer will be directly disqualified from the race. 總裁判將於比賽開始前發出三次起步口令 (一分鐘、三十秒及十秒)。若第一次起步有參賽者偷步,比賽將重新起步。若再有參賽者偷步,將直接取消參賽資格。

7.
All races will start with a water start. All participants should use a single-blade paddle and should be in a standing position on their board during the race. 所有比賽項目均以水中起步形式進行起步。起步後,所有參賽者必須使用直立板單槳及以站立姿勢賽畢全程。

8.
All participants are not allowed to take more than 5 strokes while lying, kneeling, or sitting on their board during the race. 所有參賽者若在比賽期間不慎掉進水中,在返回板上後不可伏划、跪划或坐划多於 5 槳。

9. 
All participants should note the hand signals to be used during an emergency. Hold up and wave your paddle or put both hands up (for emergency) to signal the race official / safety staff if help is required in case of injury, illness, or distressing situation. 所有參賽者應注意使用手勢信號。 如需協助、遇到受傷或危險,參賽者應高舉並揮動槳 (緊急情況) 或雙手以示需要安全人員協助。

10.
The time limit for the 8 km and 4 km races is 2.5 hours (150 minutes), while the limit for the 2 km race is 30 minutes. The 1 km race has a limit of 15 minutes. Racers who fail to complete the race within the time limit will be regarded as “DNF”.
8 公里及 4 公里賽事的比賽時限為 2.5 小時  (150 分鐘),2 公里為 30 分鐘,而 1 公里則為 15 分鐘。未能於比賽時限內完成賽事的參賽者會被視作 “中途退賽”。

11. 
For a category with less than 4 participants to take part, HKSURFSUP reserves the right to cancel the race. 若任何組別的參賽人數不足4人,本會保留取消該組別決定權。

12. 
HKSURFSUP committee reserves the right to check the identification of any participants. 本會有權要求參賽者出示有效身份證明文件供大會工作人員查核。

13. 
HKSURFSUP committee reserves the right to refuse entry into any races at its sole discretion. 本會有權拒絕任何參賽者參賽,而不需作出任何解釋。

14. 
Any participant who severely contravenes the rules and regulations of the disciplinary code will be disqualified, and are not entitled to any prize and awards. 任何參賽者如有嚴重違反競賽規則或紀律行為,可被取消參賽資格及所獲之獎項。

15. 
HKSURFSUP has the final decision on race results and will not accept any dispute or appeal of the race results at any time. 本會對賽事成續保留最終決定權及不設上訴機制 。

16.
All participants grant permission to the organizer or its agent to use any photographs, videos, or any other record of the event for any lawful purpose including advertisement. 所有參加者授權予大會及其代理商使用任何有關賽事之相片、錄像及賽事紀錄作任何合法用途包括活動宣傳之用 。

17. 
If any accident or injury occurred during the race, the organizer will provide assistance immediately and may suspend or cancel the event to conduct rescue operation. 如活動過程中出現意外或受傷,大會將會優先顧及人身安全並盡快提供援助。大會將會因應當時情況而作出暫停、延遲賽事之決定。

Contact Us
聯絡我們

We are looking for brand cooperation and sponsors, if you’re interested, please send an e-mail to race@hksurfsup.org
如有公司想贊助賽事或比賽當日擺放展位,請跟我們聯絡: race@hksurfsup.org

Sponsor Details 贊助資訊https://hksurfsup.org/sponsorship