| ..........WEST MERSEA .......TOWN REGATTA ......Cobmarsh Marathon 2008 ................Saturday 9th August |
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The Cobmarsh Marathon is a pair-oared Rowing Race in Smacks' Boats not exceeding 14ft. The start is by Ted Woolf's Shed on Coast Road, and is open for anyone to enter on the day. The main race is then followed by various other 'light hearted' races suitable for any type of rowing boat. There are usually a large number of spectators for this event who watch from the grass bank. Full details of all times and races may be found in the Regatta Programme. All events were well supported and a large crowd of spectators watched from Ted Woolf's quay. The under 16s Sculling Match for the Don Mole Plate was hotly contested between Zak Frost, Jessie Hewes and Sam Dow, with Sam Dow gaining victory. The Sailing Punts had the final race of the day with a 3 lap course and Rob Lee taking line honours. Once again an enjoyable afternoon for a unique local event which was rounded off by the evening prizegiving, food and dancing in Peter Clarke's shed. Many thanks to Clive Pickering and his volunteer bar staff.
See RESULTS page for the results of all races. |
